Best Countries for International Students in North America ($4,000+/month, 2026)

United States ranks #1 for international students in North America with a budget of $4,000+/month, scoring 76/100 on a persona-weighted composite of the metrics that matter most for this lifestyle.

2 countries ranked

Country rankings

#1🇺🇸

United States

Score: 76/100
Visa Accessibility
78
Cost of Living
0
Language Requirement
100
View United States guideCanada vs United States
#2🇨🇦

Canada

Score: 64/100
Visa Accessibility
78
Cost of Living
44
Language Requirement
40
View Canada guideCanada vs United States

How we rank

Countries ranked by weighted composite score factoring visa accessibility, cost of living, salary potential, expat satisfaction, language requirements, and path to residency. Weights vary by persona.

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