7.5 lakh students go abroad for studies in 2022
1 year, 4 months ago

7.5 lakh students go abroad for studies in 2022

Deccan Chronicle  

Chennai: In 2022, 7.5 lakh Indian students went abroad to pursue studies, against 4.4 lakh in 2021. As per data shared by the Bureau of Immigration with the Diaspora Engagement Division, Ministry of External Affairs, 7,50,365 students went abroad for further studies in 2022. During the pandemic years, the number of students travelling abroad fell drastically due to the restrictions. In the past five years, a total of 25.58 lakh students have gone abroad seeking education in foreign universities and institutions.

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Indian students explore the globe for higher studies
1 week, 4 days ago

Indian students explore the globe for higher studies

The Hindu  

In the early 2000s, as the IT industry boomed in Bengaluru, it also set the trend of engineering students going abroad for higher studies, mainly to the United States and Canada. Slowly, as decades rolled, the United Kingdom and Australia also emerged as top countries for higher education as even non-engineering students in streams like pure science, marketing and management …

DC Edit | Telugus lead visa rush for US
1 month ago

DC Edit | Telugus lead visa rush for US

Deccan Chronicle  

More than half of Indians pursuing higher studies in the United States are from the two Telugu states of Telangana and Andhra Pradesh. Data from the US consulate general in Hyderabad revealed that Telangana contributes 34 per cent of Indians getting US student visas, while Andhra Pradesh follows with a close 22 per cent. In 2023-24, 331,602 Indian students are …

Indian students overtake Chinese in the US for first time since 2009
1 month ago

Indian students overtake Chinese in the US for first time since 2009

India Today  

For the first time in 15 years, Indian students have surpassed Chinese students in the United States for the 2023-24 academic session. A total of 3.31 lakh Indian students now study in the US, making up 29.4% of its 11 lakh international student population, according to the recently released Open Doors 2024 report. Indian students now make up a weighty …

What makes Japan, Germany, and Ireland top choices for studying abroad in 2024?
1 month, 2 weeks ago

What makes Japan, Germany, and Ireland top choices for studying abroad in 2024?

India Today  

The global landscape for international education is experiencing a significant evolution, particularly as the United States and the United Kingdom maintain their status as leading destinations for students pursuing high-quality education. However, as Canada, the UK, and Australia tighten their visa regulations, Japan, Germany, and Ireland are emerging as viable alternatives for international students seeking quality education. GERMANY'S JOB SEEKER …

Unlocking India's Potential: How to Attract International Students Under NEP 2020
2 months, 1 week ago

Unlocking India's Potential: How to Attract International Students Under NEP 2020

Hindustan Times  

India's National Education Policy 2020 has opened doors for foreign universities to set up their campuses in the country, aiming to attract international students. With its strong educational institutions and growing international rankings, India is becoming an increasingly attractive destination for foreign students seeking quality education. The policy allows universities to create up to 25% supernumerary seats for international students, …

Studying abroad: Key insights on visa, financing, post-study work, and housing for Indian students
3 months, 1 week ago

Studying abroad: Key insights on visa, financing, post-study work, and housing for Indian students

Hindustan Times  

More and more Indian students are going abroad to enhance their educational experience and career prospects. In an email interview with HT Digital, Piyush Kumar, Regional Director—South Asia and Mauritius at IDP Education, shares key insights for Indian students, covering recent visa policies, financing options, post-study work opportunities, and strategies to overcome challenges like housing and visa rejections. Indian students …

90% of Indian parents prioritise kids' overseas education over retirement savings: HSBC survey
3 months, 1 week ago

90% of Indian parents prioritise kids' overseas education over retirement savings: HSBC survey

New Indian Express  

Around 90 percent of Indian parents out of the 11,000 affluent global respondents surveyed for the HSBC Quality of Life Report 2024, prefer to spend on their children's overseas education rather than keeping their money in the retirement plans. In 2023, as many as 1.3 million Indian students were studying abroad, a significant increase from the 9,07,404 students in 2022, …

More than 13.35 lakh Indian students pursuing higher studies abroad, Canada top destination, US next, check list
4 months, 2 weeks ago

More than 13.35 lakh Indian students pursuing higher studies abroad, Canada top destination, US next, check list

Hindustan Times  

The Ministry of External Affairs in response to questions regarding students who have embarked on their study abroad journey has revealed that more than 13.35 lakh students are currently pursuing higher studies in countries abroad. Among the top five countries that Indian students have opted to choose as their study abroad destinations are Canada, USA, UK, Australia and Germany. “ …

Indian students abroad soar past 1.3 million in 2024: Over 4 lakh in Canada, 900 in Israel and 2500 in Ukraine
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Indian students abroad soar past 1.3 million in 2024: Over 4 lakh in Canada, 900 in Israel and 2500 in Ukraine

Live Mint  

Over 13 lakh Indian students are pursuing higher studies abroad in 2024, the Ministry of External Affairs informed Parliament on Thursday. Singh shared country-wise details of Indian students studying abroad, spanning 108 countries, including the US, the UK, Canada, Australia, Germany, France, Singapore, Russia, Israel and Ukraine. "Indian Missions/Posts abroad constantly engage with Indian students studying overseas and encourage them …

Over 13 lakh Indian students pursuing higher studies abroad in 2024: Govt
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Over 13 lakh Indian students pursuing higher studies abroad in 2024: Govt

Hindustan Times  

New Delhi, Over 13 lakh Indian students are currently pursuing higher studies abroad in 2024, the government informed Parliament on Thursday. Over 13 lakh Indian students pursuing higher studies abroad in 2024: Govt Minister of State for External Affairs Kirti Vardhan Singh shared data in a written response in Rajya Sabha to queries on whether the government maintains data of …

Studying abroad: When one size doesn’t fit all
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Studying abroad: When one size doesn’t fit all

Hindustan Times  

In 2021, a total of 4.4 lakh Indian students left the country’s shores in search of a better education and livelihood opportunities. Unlike the baby boomers who made it overseas on sheer hard work and often on scholarship, a growing number of the Millennials and Gen Z come from a background of privilege where their four-year education is funded by …

Why Indian students going for studies abroad poses a challenge
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Why Indian students going for studies abroad poses a challenge

The Hindu  

Of late, there is a new wave of global movement: that of youngsters in the 18 to 25 age group going abroad for their studies. It is also true that admission to prestigious Indian institutions is difficult and only a small percentage of students are able to find a seat. The National Education Policy 2020 was meant to bring Indian …

Benefits of transnational education for Indian students
7 months, 1 week ago

Benefits of transnational education for Indian students

The Hindu  

With globalisation at an all-time high, more students are inclined to study abroad. This demand has resulted in fruitful partnerships between Indian institutions and global universities, fostering an ecosystem where credit transfers, and joint degree programmes and integrated degree courses are the norm. While a 2022-23 report by QS India said that more than 1.2 million Indian students are enrolled …

Study abroad planning: Your roadmap to global learning
7 months, 3 weeks ago

Study abroad planning: Your roadmap to global learning

India Today  

According to a survey, over 2 million Indian students will study abroad by 2025. So, here's a comprehensive guide to planning your study abroad experience to make the most of it. This includes: Shortlisting the Country to Study Abroad Choosing a College/University Picking a Study Program/Course Estimating the Cost/Expenses Understanding the Requirements All these steps must be followed carefully, and …

5 study abroad trends to watch for in 2025
7 months, 3 weeks ago

5 study abroad trends to watch for in 2025

India Today  

Indian students' studying abroad is not a new phenomenon. The Ministry of External Affairs reported that in 2023, India saw an astounding number of 132, 4954 Indian students pursuing higher education abroad. Despite substantial shifts in diplomatic interactions among nations and tighter immigration regulations, the allure of pursuing higher education abroad continues to captivate Indian students. Vandana Mahajan, Founder and …

Indian students think beyond US, and Canada for higher education. Details here
9 months, 2 weeks ago

Indian students think beyond US, and Canada for higher education. Details here

India Today  

In an ever-evolving world, the quest for knowledge and advancement is indeed pushing boundaries, leading to the exploration of new horizons. In this article, we delve into this trend, the impact of Canada's recent work permit changes for graduates, and the alternative options that Indian students should consider amidst the evolving India-Canada education landscape. Countries like Germany, Australia, and New …

Study abroad has more takers from smaller cities
10 months, 1 week ago

Study abroad has more takers from smaller cities

The Hindu  

A majority of students who aspire to study abroad hail from Tier 2 and 3 cities, a pan-India study of 25,000 aspirational students by edtech start-up upGrad Abroad indicates. “We are seeing rising interest from students hailing from cities like Thiruvananthapurm and Kottayam down south, Vadodara and Surat in the west, Lucknow in the north and so on when it …

What does the study-abroad sector hold for students in 2024?
11 months, 4 weeks ago

What does the study-abroad sector hold for students in 2024?

The Hindu  

Tectonic shifts in diplomatic ties between countries and tightening of immigration rules have not really taken the shine off overseas education, at least among Indian students. “Indian students from tier-2 and tier-3 cities now have access to consultants, who advise learners on the process of developing a unique personal brand when applying to universities across the globe. Consultants also help …

US remains top choice for Indian students pursuing higher education abroad
1 year, 1 month ago

US remains top choice for Indian students pursuing higher education abroad

India Today  

There has been a substantial 35 per cent increase in the number of Indian students pursuing higher education in the United States, reaching an unprecedented peak of 268,923 students during the academic year 2022-23. The Open Doors Report revealed that, for the third consecutive year, Indian students make up over 25 percent of the total population of over one million …

India sends record number students to U.S., surpasses China: Report
1 year, 1 month ago

India sends record number students to U.S., surpasses China: Report

The Hindu  

India surpassed China to become the largest source of international graduate students in the United States for the first time since 2009-10, according to the Open Doors Report, published by the Institute of International Education in partnership with the U.S. government’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs. According to the report, released on Monday, a record number of Indian students …

Indian students' study abroad choices: Insights from the data
1 year, 4 months ago

Indian students' study abroad choices: Insights from the data

India Today  

The present boundarylessness has presented possibilities for students to rummage through the closet of dreams and choose the experience of global education. In accordance, the countries which have gained prominence among Indian students include the United Kingdom, The United States of America, Australia, Canada, Ireland, the United Arab Emirates and Germany. AVAILABLE SOURCES AND RESOURCES Countries globally have made a …

Studying abroad and the future of international exchange in the post COVID education era
1 year, 10 months ago

Studying abroad and the future of international exchange in the post COVID education era

India Today  

International studies have been a well-accepted path and a strong trend for many Indian students over the years. This year, studying abroad flourished once more, In fact, according to the Ministry of External Affairs, over 13 lakh Indian students were projected to be studying abroad by the end of this year, with majority of the students pursuing higher education in …

Steady rise of girls going abroad for higher studies: Edufest speakers
1 year, 10 months ago

Steady rise of girls going abroad for higher studies: Edufest speakers

Deccan Chronicle  

HYDERABAD: More than 60 delegates representing over 100 universities from the USA, the UK, Australia, New Zealand and Ireland took part in the 'Global Edufest 2023’, jointly organised by the Institute of Management and Foreign Studies and T-Hub. Ajaya Kumar Vemulapati, partner of IMFS Hyderabad, said, "There has been a significant increase in the number of girls going abroad for …

More students have flown to foreign lands for studies after Covid pandemic: Govt
1 year, 10 months ago

More students have flown to foreign lands for studies after Covid pandemic: Govt

India Today  

More students are going to foreign countries for education after the Covid-19 pandemic, the Centre told Parliament on Friday. Data shared by the Bureau of Immigration under the Ministry of External Affairs suggests that in 2017 - the period before Covid - 4.54 lakh students flew abroad for education, whereas in 2022, the number rose to 7.50 lakh. The government …

More than 30 lakh Indian students went abroad for higher studies in 6 years
1 year, 10 months ago

More than 30 lakh Indian students went abroad for higher studies in 6 years

Live Mint  

More number of Indian students are going abroad to pursue higher education. According to data submitted by the education ministry in the Parliament, 750,365 students went abroad for higher education in 2022. The number of students going overseas has increased by 68% in comparison to 444,553 students going abroad in 2021, junior education minister Subhash Sarkar said. As per the …

Over 30 lakh Indians went abroad during 2017-22 for higher education: Centre
1 year, 10 months ago

Over 30 lakh Indians went abroad during 2017-22 for higher education: Centre

Firstpost  

New Delhi: More than 30 lakh Indians went abroad for higher education during 2017-2022, the Ministry of Education told Lok Sabha on Monday. Purpose of Indians going abroad for higher education is captured manually based either on their verbal disclosure or the type of visa of the destination country produced by them at the time of immigration clearance,” he said. …

UK inflation: Study abroad journey for Indians gets tougher
1 year, 11 months ago

UK inflation: Study abroad journey for Indians gets tougher

Deccan Chronicle  

New Delhi: Indians may have been issued the largest number of UK students visa this year but finding accommodation and surviving in cities where their colleges or universities are based has become a challenge for international students with the increase in inflation. Ria Jain, who completed her bachelor's 7 years ago from the UK and has once again chosen the …

International travel is yet to shake off pandemic blues but students go abroad in record numbers
2 years ago

International travel is yet to shake off pandemic blues but students go abroad in record numbers

The Hindu  

Even as international travel, whether for employment or tourism or business, is yet to fully bounce back from its pandemic-induced trough, the first 11 months of 2022 have witnessed a record number of Indian students go abroad on student visas. The data compiled by the BoI, which collects the data on Indians going abroad based either on their verbal disclosure …

Foreign Student Admissions in DU See Decline in 2022, Only 520 Coming
2 years, 2 months ago

Foreign Student Admissions in DU See Decline in 2022, Only 520 Coming

News 18  

Delhi University has admitted 520 foreign students across undergraduate, postgraduate and PhD courses this academic season, a decline of over 27.5 per cent from the previous year. Read | DU 1st Merit List Today: List of Top Colleges Under Delhi University as per NIRF Ranking The admission process started in March and it was over in the middle of July. …

Foreign student admissions in DU see decline in 2022, only 520 coming
2 years, 2 months ago

Foreign student admissions in DU see decline in 2022, only 520 coming

India Today  

Delhi University has admitted 520 foreign students across undergraduate, postgraduate and PhD courses this academic season, a decline of over 27.5 per cent from the previous year. In UG courses, 320 students have taken admission, and in PG and PhD courses, 100 students and 50 students respectively have got admission in DU colleges,'' Lochan said. This year we have allowed …

Students are shifting their study abroad destination preferences
3 years ago

Students are shifting their study abroad destination preferences

India Today  

As global travel restrictions had begun to ease a month ago right before the new Covid-19 variant Omicron raised its head again, Singapore was the latest country to allow resumption of air travel from India. Students with study abroad ambitions are gearing up eagerly applying to foreign universities while keeping a lookout for how the fresh precautions regarding the new …

Aspiring to study Abroad? 5 things Indian students need to know!
3 years, 10 months ago

Aspiring to study Abroad? 5 things Indian students need to know!

India Today  

Being admitted to a top global university and eventually moving to a new country to study has been a dream of millions of aspiring Indian students. Over the years that I have worked in international education, I have had the privilege of working with both Indian students and teachers, and I’ve learned that there are a number of key areas …

Nearly 2 Lakh Indian Students Chose US for Higher Studies in 2019-20 Academic Year: Report
4 years, 1 month ago

Nearly 2 Lakh Indian Students Chose US for Higher Studies in 2019-20 Academic Year: Report

News 18  

Nearly two lakh Indian students chose the United States as their destination to pursue higher education in the 2019-20 academic year, according to the Open Doors Report released by the US Embassy on Monday. "Over the last 10 years, the number of Indians studying in the United States has roughly doubled, and we know why the US is the gold …

Entry of foreign Universities in India- Will the number 'hundred' do the magic?
4 years, 3 months ago

Entry of foreign Universities in India- Will the number 'hundred' do the magic?

India Today  

The long awaited decision on entry of foreign Universities is finally unveiled in the National Education Policy 2020. Having mentioned this, there are a several encouraging examples where Universities ranked amongst the top hundred do have offshore campuses- Cornell University, Carnegie Mellon University and Northwestern University have their offshore campuses at Qatar. The “top hundred” clause will certainly open opportunities …

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