When selecting your dream university to study abroad, you will come across public and private universities. So, you may have questions such as what are the differences between these varieties and how to select the right one for you. So, let’s discover everything about public and private universities, get to know top universities and more.

• Public vs private universities abroad
• International private universities or public universities – How do you choose?
• Popular public and private universities
• The US
• The UK
• Canada
• Germany
• Australia

Public vs private universities abroad

The primary difference is that public universities are funded by the government, while private universities are funded through private entities, tuition fees, and donations. The tuition cost in public universities can be less than that of private educational institutions.

• Some key differences at a glance:

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International private universities or public universities – How do you choose?

Please remember that public universities are not better than private universities or vice versa. When selecting a university and course, it is necessary to align your previous academic background and future career plans. You must also identify your learning goals. So, when you do your research, you can shortlist the university that meets your expectations. You can also visit the Quacquarelli Symonds QS World University Rankings and the Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings to understand the rankings of your shortlisted universities.

Furthermore, factors such as research opportunities in your chosen area of study, student-faculty ratio, employment ratio, availability of internships, and faculty members should be considered when finalising your universities. It is also advised to shortlist more than one institution because applying to more universities will increase your chances of securing a university spot. Whether you study at international public universities or private institutions, the courses will be recognised around the world.

Also Read: Public Vs Private Universities in Canada: Key Differences

Popular public and private universities

• The US

Public universities	Private universities
University of California - Los Angeles	Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT)
University of California - Berkeley	Stanford University
University of Michigan	Harvard University
University of Virginia	California Institute of Technology (CalTech)
University of North Carolina	University of Chicago

• The UK

Public universities	Private universities
University of Cambridge	University Of Buckingham
University of Oxford	Regent’s University London
Imperial College London	American InterContinental University London(AIUL)
University College London (UCL)	Richmond American University London
The University of Edinburgh	European School of Economics

• Canada

Public universities	Private universities
University of Toronto	Columbia College
McGill University	Trinity Western University
University of British Columbia	Yorkville University
University of Alberta	Canadian Mennonite University
University of Waterloo	University Canada West

• Germany

Public universities	Private universities
Technical University of Munich	SRH Berlin University of Applied Sciences
Humboldt University of Berlin	CBS International Business School Germany
Ludwig Maximilian University	EBS Universität for Business and Law
RWTH Aachen University	Munich Business School
Technical University of Berlin	Berlin School of Business and Innovation(BSBI)

• Australia

Public universities	Private universities
University of Melbourne	Bond University
Australian National University	Torrens University Australia
University of Sydney	University of Divinity
University of Queensland	Avondale University
University of New South Wales	University of Notre Dame

Basic eligibility criteria to study abroad at a public university or private university

• To pursue a master’s degree, you have to complete your bachelor’s degree from a recognised university.
• You may need to take any of the following English Proficiency tests:
  • International English Language Testing System (IELTS)
  • Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL)
  • Duolingo English Test (DET)
  • Pearson Test of English (PTE)
• You can appear for any of the following entrance exams:
  • Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT)
  • Graduate Record Examinations (GRE)(GRE)

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