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AECC Global Nepal vs The Next Step Nepal

2026 comparison · Nepal

AECC Global Nepal
📍 Kathmandu, Nepal
4.0
/5
★★★★☆
5 reviews
Est. 20085 destinationsFree for students
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The Next Step Nepal
📍 Kathmandu, Nepal
4.0
/5
★★★★☆
1 review
5 destinationsFree for students
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Decision helper

Which is better for your situation?

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Value for money
AECC Global Nepal
Students rate it 3.8/5 for value vs 3.0/5
Better value
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Response speed
AECC Global Nepal
Speed rating: 4.3/5 from student reviews
Faster
Score breakdown

How they compare across 7 dimensions

Average scores from verified student reviews

AECC Global Nepal
The Next Step Nepal
Overall Rating
4.04.0
AECC
The
Communication
3.83.0
AECC
The
Transparency
4.03.0
AECC
The
Speed
4.33.0
AECC
The
Professionalism
3.83.0
AECC
The
Visa Guidance
4.03.0
AECC
The
Value for Money
3.83.0
AECC
The

At a glance

AECC Global NepalThe Next Step Nepal
Overall rating4.0/54.0/5
Reviews51
LocationKathmandu, NepalKathmandu, Nepal
Founded2008—
Team size500+ staff across Nepal offices—
Fee rangeFree for studentsFree for students
Destinations5 countries5 countries

Pros & cons

AECC Global Nepal
✓ What students love
  • ✓Free counselling and university applications — AECC is paid by partner institutions, not students
  • ✓4.8/5 across 1,700+ Google reviews — one of the highest-rated major consultancies in Nepal
  • ✓Authorised representative of 1,100+ universities including Russell Group (UK) and Group of Eight (Australia)
  • ✓Four branches across Nepal: Putalisadak, Baneshwor, Pokhara, and Chitwan
  • ✓In-house test prep for IELTS, PTE, TOEFL, GRE, GMAT, and Duolingo
  • ✓Active scholarship support — counsellors help students secure 25-50% tuition reductions
  • ✓Post-arrival support including accommodation search and student health insurance
✗ Drawbacks
  • ✗High volume means counsellor availability can be stretched at peak season (Jan-Mar and Jul-Aug)
  • ✗Less depth for niche destinations like Germany or Japan compared to specialist boutique agencies
  • ✗Some students report needing to proactively follow up on their file after initial counselling
  • ✗Test preparation coaching is paid separately and not included in the free service
The Next Step Nepal
✓ What students love
  • ✓Kathmandu base with national reach
  • ✓Experienced with Nepali student visa requirements
  • ✓Multi-destination counselling across all major study markets
  • ✓Comprehensive financial documentation guidance
✗ Drawbacks
  • ✗Competitive Kathmandu market means students should compare multiple consultancies
  • ✗Less specialist depth in any single destination
What students say

Recent review highlights

★★★★

“Happy to say that this consultancy got me visa to USA.”

— Verified student · AECC Global Nepal
★★★★

“The Next Step Nepal was helpful in narrowing down my study options for UK. The counsellor asked about my financial situation honestly and advised accordingly — not everyone does th…”

— Verified student · The Next Step Nepal

Study destinations

AECC Global Nepal — 5 destinations
AustraliaUnited KingdomCanadaNew ZealandIreland
The Next Step Nepal — 5 destinations
AustraliaUnited KingdomCanadaUSANew Zealand
Best fit

Who should choose which?

Choose AECC Global Nepal if…
AECC Global Nepal

Nepali students aiming for Australia, UK, Canada, or the USA who want free, professional counselling backed by a globally recognised brand. Particularly strong for scholarship seekers and students applying to top-ranked universities. Also ideal for those needing IELTS or PTE coaching alongside their application.

Choose The Next Step Nepal if…
The Next Step Nepal
  • ✓Kathmandu base with national reach
  • ✓Experienced with Nepali student visa requirements
  • ✓Multi-destination counselling across all major study markets

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