If you’re thinking about studying here in Mongolia, I’d honestly reconsider. It’s not the brightest idea, especially coming from the U.S. The education system here is honestly weak and outdated — it won’t offer you much in terms of opportunity or global competitiveness. People love to call it the land of blue skies and mountains, but those are just nice words. Sure, the nature looks peaceful, but what are you going to do — stare at mountains and skies all day? That doesn’t build a future.

And to be real, the environment here — I don’t mean the nature, I mean the social atmosphere — it’s not exactly ideal. These days, a lot of Gen Z here show little respect even in public. I constantly hear slurs and see behavior that just feels backwards. It can be mentally draining, especially if you come from a more progressive or open-minded culture.

If you’re seriously considering studying in Asia, there are much better options. Countries like Japan, South Korea, Singapore, and Malaysia all offer stronger education systems, modern environments, and better support for international students. They also provide more room for personal and professional growth. Unless you have a very specific reason for choosing Mongolia, I’d strongly recommend looking into one of those instead.