Affordability, quality big draws for foreign students

Feeling right at home: Foreign students from USM seen during a trip at George Town, Penang. — CHAN BOON KAI/The Star

GEORGE TOWN: The affordability and quality of education, and similar food and culture, are among the reasons foreign students are drawn to pursue their tertiary education here, according to many.

Universiti Sains Malaysia (International) Offshore director Caleb Kong said these foreign students, who are mainly from China, the Middle East and Indonesia, opt to study in Malaysia because of the affordable courses ranging from US$5,000 (RM23,753) to US$7,000 (RM33,254) a year, and global reputation and adaptability.