1) Australia 5,243 - 31%
2) United States 2,951 -17%
3) New Zealand 1,399 - 8%
4) Saudi Arabia 709 -4% 
5) United Kingdom 660 - 3%
6) Italy 595 - 3%
7) Japan 573 - 3%
8) Canda 543 - 3%
9) United Arab Emirates 541 -3%
10) Korea, Rep. 481  - 2%

Australia

The number of Filipinos choosing to study in Australia has been increasing steadily over the years. The students have realised the significance of quality education from an Australian university. Overseas students enjoy privileges and immense support from the local government. The pro student policies adopted by the Government protect against exploitation and give fundamental rights to international students. The top privileges available for students are scholarships and part-time job opportunity. The scolarships offered to applicants coming from partner nations. The Philippines is a partner nation, and students may apply for the award to the authorities. 

United States

What makes this country great for studying is that numerous Filipinos already reside there, making accommodations for many Filipino students easier to handle. Also, the education system in this country, like most countries that have been mentioned in this article, is known for their system, namely the K-12 system. This is also great for students of international colleges who wish to learn more about the business industry, namely marketing, accounting finance, entrepreneurship, etc. There are several corporations that are partnered up with international colleges in the Philippines that offer students the chance to intern for them, and maybe in the future, work for them.

New Zealand

The increase of Filipino Students studying in New Zealand has grown significantly over the years.  Student numbers from the Philippines rose by 160 % between 2006 and 2013; it is now the 14th largest source country for international students. New Zealand offers a broad range of study and research opportunities.

 Survey (I asked 4 of my Filipino friends living in the Philippines to answer these questions truthfully.) 

What do you think are the problems Filipino students face when they study in a foreign country?

A: This applies to any student from any country. You'll be at an entirely new country, new environment, new culture and you have to try to adjust yourself.
B: Culture shock, having separation anxiety or separated from family, indifference in food
C: Mostly, it's the homesickness. Filipinos are raised very close to their families and friends.
D: Not being familiar with the country's culture, language barriers(on countries that don't only speak English)

Can you suggest some solutions to the problems you have mentioned before?

A: As most people are friendly and helpful, don't get discouraged and keep trying to make new friends and have fun
B: To be included in a Filipino community, or to be visited by family or vice versa, to have Filipino food every now and then
C: Frequent homecomings. Obviously, this would cost a lot of money, but if you had the option to study abroad, you are assumed to be in the upper middle class in Filipino society.
D: Not really, since they solve themselves through experience.

Do you think high school students in Filipino generally would like to study abroad? Do you know the reason why yes or not?

A: A lot of them dream of studying abroad, having the opportunity to travel to a new country and see things from a whole new perspective.
B: I think not, because Filipinos are mostly family oriented and are hard for them to be separated from their family. Except for other cases, like their family are moving abroad.
C: Yes. This is an opportunity to experience a whole other culture and meeting lots of new people. Also, having a degree abroad gives you an advantage of looking for employment in the Philippines.
D: No, high school students, or Filipinos, in general, would be tied closely to their families especially at that age.

Would you prefer studying in a university in Australia than in South Korea? If the tuition were the same and it was a US school in South Korea (English Speaking). Please state the reason why yes or not.

A: I would prefer to study in Australia so I can experience a more different culture. South Korea would be more similar to the Philippines.
B: I may prefer Australia because in general their language is English and it may not be hard to find places that I may relate to my culture.
C: I, personally would pick a US school in South Korea. For reasons outside education like the weather, food, people and plane ticket prices.
D: Yes, since I think it will be easier to adjust to a community that mostly speaks English outside the university.

Let's say you just graduated from high school and you've received a full tuition scholarship for a university abroad. Would you accept it regardless of what the country is?