We often hear on expat blogs and in our series of expat interviews how a semester abroad can turn into a year, 10 years, a lifetime abroad. Programes like the European Erasmus program (EuRopean Community Action Scheme for the Mobility of University Students) make studying abroad easier than ever with compatible courses, grading system, and scholarships. Along with the benefits of an education, students that study abroad may gain greater independence, understanding of the world, and life experience.

While this may be a boom to the personal lives of newly minted expats, there can be a significant cost to the students and the countries. To evaluate this cost, HSBC has conducted a study on the cost of student life in thirteen countries.

Are you planning to study abroad or have you studied abroad? Was the cost manageable? What questions or advice do you have to share?

Read the full article on costs and where are the cheapest, most expensive, and most popular places to study abroad: http://easyexpat.blogexpat.com/blog/201 ... ing-abroad