Real cost
Know the real cost before you apply
Tuition is only part of the picture. This guide gives you a clear idea of the full study abroad cost from Bangladesh, in BDT planning ranges.
By country
First year and full masters cost
Tuition repeats every year, so a masters costs more than the first year alone. Each card shows the first year range and the full masters range. Open a country page for the line by line breakdown.
What to budget for
The full cost categories from Bangladesh
Plan each of these so there are no surprises at the visa stage.
University application fee
Paid per university at the application stage.
Tuition deposit
An advance payment some universities ask for before the visa.
Visa application fee
The official student visa fee for the country.
Visa appointment or service charge
VFS or service centre charge where it applies.
Biometrics
Fingerprint and photo capture where required.
Medical or TB test
Health or Tuberculosis test from an approved clinic.
Health insurance
Required by most countries for the length of study.
IELTS or PTE
English test fee, planned once or with a retake buffer.
Document preparation
Notarisation, translation, and courier costs.
VFS or service fee
Centre handling fee for the visa file.
Proof of funds
Funds you must show, such as a blocked account or savings.
Living cost
Monthly living cost for the first part of your stay.
Flight
One way airfare, which changes with season.
Emergency buffer
A safety margin for unexpected costs.
Test and exam fees
What each test costs from Bangladesh
Specific fee estimates for the tests universities ask for, in BDT. You pay these once, but keep a small buffer in case you need a retake.
IELTS Academic
Most countries for English proof
British Council or IDP
Most countries for English proof
৳22,500 to ৳24,000TOEFL iBT
Mainly USA, accepted widely
about USD 205
Mainly USA, accepted widely
৳24,000 to ৳26,000PTE Academic
UK, Australia, and others
Pearson centre
UK, Australia, and others
৳23,000 to ৳25,000Duolingo English Test
Accepted by some universities
about USD 65, taken online
Accepted by some universities
৳7,000 to ৳9,000GRE General
Some US and Canada masters
about USD 220
Some US and Canada masters
৳26,000 to ৳28,000GMAT Focus
MBA and business masters
about USD 275
MBA and business masters
৳32,000 to ৳34,000SAT
USA undergraduate (bachelor)
about USD 110
USA undergraduate (bachelor)
৳12,000 to ৳14,000Test fees are set by the provider and change over time. They can carry a small extra charge for late booking or for sending extra score reports. Always confirm the current fee on the official provider website before you register.
Disclaimer. VisaMapBD provides general educational planning information only. It is not legal, immigration, admission, or financial advice. Visa rules, fees, and requirements can change anytime. Always verify details from official embassy, immigration, university, and VFS websites before applying.