Wellingham Educonsult guides African students through affordable study-abroad pathways — with explainable affordability scores, transparent costs, and honest guidance, available 24/7.
Wellingham is a counselor-led service, not a listings site. From your first match to your boarding pass, here’s what we take off your plate.
100 universities · 33 countries
University matching
Share your budget, grades, and dream course. We rank real, affordable universities with an explainable score — so you see exactly why each one fits you, not just that it does.
Most agents start from the universities that pay them commission. We start from your budget, your grades, and your ambition — and stay honest with you all the way to the airport.
Budget-first matching
We start from what you can afford — not from a partner list. If a university doesn't fit your budget, it doesn't make your shortlist.
Explainable scores
Every score opens up: tuition, living costs, visa success, work rights. You see why a university fits — not just that it does.
Transparent pricing
No hidden fees, no surprises. You see what everything costs — ours and theirs — before you commit to anything.
Real people, on WhatsApp
A named counselor who answers, follows up, and stays on your case. Our AI agent covers the 2am questions; humans handle the big ones.
Routes beyond the obvious
The UK and US aren't the only doors. We cover affordable, English-taught routes across 33 countries — Germany, Poland, Hungary and more.
Advice from lived experience
Our counselors have sat where you sit — the school-fees math, the embassy queue. Honest guidance, not a sales script.
Free tools
Plan your move with real numbers.
Every tool below is free and open — no sign-up, no paywall. The same data our counselors use, in your hands.
Straight answers about costs, scholarships, visas, and how we work — the same ones we give on WhatsApp every day.
How much does Wellingham cost?
Discovering universities, comparing costs, the scholarship finder, and the AI agent are completely free — no sign-up needed. You only pay when you engage a counselor for end-to-end application support, and you see the full fee before you commit. No hidden fees, ever.
What will studying abroad actually cost me?
It depends on the country, and the range is wider than most people think. German public universities charge €0 tuition — you only cover living costs. Poland, Hungary, and the Baltics start around €3,000 a year. Every university page shows tuition, living costs, and the extras as one honest number in your currency.
My budget is small. Do I really have options?
Yes — that's exactly who we built this for. We rank 100 universities across 33 countries by an affordability score computed against your budget, not a partner list. If nothing fits, we say so honestly instead of stretching you into debt.
Can I really get a fully-funded scholarship?
Yes — government programs like Stipendium Hungaricum, Türkiye Bursları, China's CSC, and Korea's GKS fund thousands of international students every year, including many Africans. The catch: deadlines close 6–10 months before intake, so you must start early. Our scholarship finder lists 25+ fully-funded routes with deadlines, and the playbook shows how winners actually do it.
Do I pay to apply for scholarships through you?
No. The scholarship finder is free, and a counselor will review your scholarship documents — SOP, transcripts, references — for free before you submit. If you win, the money is yours; we don't take a cut.
Which countries are easiest for visas?
It changes year to year, which is why we track a visa success rate for every country and show it on each university card. Some destinations approve the large majority of well-prepared applicants. Your counselor helps you choose a country where your profile is strong — that single decision matters more than anything else.
Do you guarantee visas?
No — and anyone who guarantees a visa is lying to you. What we do is stack the odds honestly: the right country for your profile, clean documents, and real interview preparation from people who have sat in that chair.
How do I get started?
Message us on WhatsApp or take the free 60-second match — share your budget, course, and qualifications. No forms, no jargon, no payment. You'll get a ranked shortlist and a real conversation about what's possible.
Do I need IELTS?
Not always. Many universities we list accept alternatives like a Medium of Instruction letter or their own English test — there's a dedicated “No IELTS” filter in Discover. If your target does need IELTS, your counselor tells you upfront so nothing surprises you later.
Am I talking to real people or a bot?
Both, and we're upfront about which is which. The AI agent handles the 2am questions instantly and is clearly labeled. Your application is run by a named human counselor on WhatsApp who answers, follows up, and stays on your case until you land.
