Study Abroad

Where international students go

The most popular study-abroad corridors on one world map. Tap any route to see costs, visas, universities and trusted consultancies for that journey.

Nepal → AustraliaIndia → AustraliaIndia → CanadaNigeria → UKPakistan → UKBangladesh → UKKathmanduSydneyMumbaiMelbourneDelhiTorontoLagosLondonLahoreDhaka
Origin city Study destination Popular route — tap to explore
Nepal → Australia→India → Australia→India → Canada→Nigeria → UK→Pakistan → UK→Bangladesh → UK→

Popular destinations, explained

Why students choose each of the big four English-speaking destinations.

Australia
Post-study work rights and PR pathways draw students from Nepal, India and beyond.
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Canada
Study permits, PGWP and Express Entry make Canada a top choice for Indian and South Asian students.
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United Kingdom
One-year master’s degrees and the Graduate Route pull students from across Africa and Asia.
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USA
Research universities and OPT work options keep the F-1 route popular worldwide.
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Common questions

What is a study route or corridor?

A study route (or corridor) is a popular pairing of an origin country and a study destination — for example Nepal to Australia, or India to Canada. Each corridor has its own typical costs, visa process, popular universities and consultancies.

Which are the most popular study-abroad routes?

From South Asia, Nepal to Australia and India to Canada or Australia are among the most travelled. From Africa, Nigeria to the UK and Canada is very common. The UK is also a leading destination for students from Pakistan and Bangladesh.

How do I pick the right destination for me?

Compare cost of living, tuition, post-study work rights and PR pathways for each destination, and check the visa requirements for your country. Use our compare-destinations tool and cost calculator, then read verified reviews of consultancies on that route.

How do I find a trusted consultancy for my route?

Tap your route on the map to open its corridor page, where you can read verified student reviews of consultancies that specialise in that journey. Always check reviews and never pay for a guaranteed visa or offer letter.

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