How to Choose the Best Country for UG & PG Studies from Nepal

When choosing a country to study abroad for Undergraduate (UG) courses, carefully consider where you would like to spend 4 years of your foundational learning. When selecting a study abroad destination for Postgraduate (PG) programs, choose options that offer relatively short-term, specialised, and more career-oriented courses. 

Choosing a Country for Undergraduate (UG) Studies from Nepal

Nepali students looking for the best country to study abroad after completing a 10+2 in their home country (or an equivalent qualification) must consider their budget, ease of obtaining a visa, and post-study work rights in the chosen country. The availability and competitiveness of applications for a program are key points to note for UG study abroad from Nepal.    

Choosing a Country for Postgraduate (PG) Studies from Nepal

Students aspiring to pursue PG studies abroad from Nepal must consider factors such as global career prospects after completing the course, high-quality education, and higher earning potential.

When choosing a country to study abroad for UG or PG studies, Nepali students should consider the cost of studying and living in that country, the quality of education offered by its institutions, and the visa regulations for Nepali students. 

Academic Quality & Global Recognition

• Do take into account the global rankings of universities in a specific country, which reflect the quality of the learning offered. 

• Top-ranked, globally recognised universities are always in high demand.

Course Availability & Career Relevance

Choosing the best courses abroad for Nepali students is a key step in their study abroad decisions. 

• Make sure that the course you wish to pursue is available in the specific country that you are considering. 

• The industrial relevance of the course and the availability of job-oriented courses abroad are essential considerations for international students.

Tuition Fees & Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of studying and living for Nepali students is likely to vary across countries. As such, budget planning differs for students across popular study destinations such as the USA, the UK, Canada, and Australia, compared with Ireland or New Zealand, for instance. The latter two are among the most affordable countries to study abroad. 

The study abroad costs from Nepal for different countries are tabulated below.

Sources: https://www.idp.com/nepal/study-in-usa/cost-of-studying/ 

https://www.idp.com/nepal/study-in-australia/cost-of-studying/ 

https://www.idp.com/nepal/study-abroad/study-in-canada-for-nepali-students/ 

https://www.idp.com/nepal/study-abroad/study-in-ireland-for-nepali-students/ 

https://www.idp.com/nepal/study-abroad/study-in-new-zealand-for-nepali-students/ 

Related Source: https://study-uk.britishcouncil.org/moving-uk/cost-studying

Scholarships & Financial Aid for Nepali Students   

• These can significantly reduce the financial burden of studying abroad and make the decision easier. 

• Proactively research the scholarships available to Nepali students in each country and the application procedures. 

Visa Success Rate & Immigration Policies

• Look at the application procedures, visa approval rates, and transparent immigration policies.

• Some of the easier countries for students to obtain visas include the UK, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand.

Work Opportunities During & After Studies

Working while studying abroad is another key consideration for Nepali students, particularly because it enables them to cover the costs of studying and living abroad.

• Choosing a country that allows sufficient hours of part-time work alongside studies can help Nepali students finance their study abroad journey.

• Likewise, countries that offer post-study work options for Nepali students after completing their intended study program are highly preferred for overseas education.

Some common study abroad mistakes that most Nepali students make when choosing a country include opting for a poor study program under peer/family influence, not taking standardised tests or English proficiency tests seriously, and submitting incomplete documentation during university applications. 

Here are some common study abroad mistakes that Nepali students should watch out for when choosing a country:

• Ignoring application deadlines increases the risk of rejection.

• Poor financial planning and insufficient funds for your study program.

• Making a wrong program/university choice by following popular opinions/trends/rankings.

Still confused about which country would be the best for your higher learning goals? Allow experts to help guide you in this decision. IDP Education, one of the finest study abroad consultancies in Nepal, helps students in Nepal choose the best overseas destination that aligns with their academic and career goals. Our experts offer free counselling to Nepalese students, helping them understand:

• The cost of studying and living in each country 

• The courses offered by top countries abroad

The part-time work permits allowed by each country to Nepali students to support the cost of their study abroad program.

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