Foreign Education

More than 9 out of 10 Indian agents (93 percent) said that international students were applying to more universities overall than before, with 91 percent saying that students were also applying to more destination countries than the previous year.

Studying abroad? Beyond college fees, here are 5 additional costs you should budget for

While planning and budgeting for studies in a foreign country, it's crucial to factor in a range of expenses beyond your course fee. Read on to find out what they are.

Cash Course: How students should budget for a foreign education

Apart from tuition fees and accommodation costs, they must also account for daily living expenses such as the cost of meals and travel, health insurance premiums, the cost of textbooks and other study materials, travel expenses to and from India, and miscellaneous costs for leisure.

45% Indian students open to exploring non-conventional study-abroad destinations: Report

Despite the high motivation to study abroad, 51.8 percent of the respondents are unsure of the processes, including how to apply, which exams to take and visa procedures.

Study Abroad: Looking for a 'best student city'? Head to Melbourne

Melbourne was declared No. 5 in the 2023 QS Best Student City rankings with an overall score of 93.3. This makes Melbourne Australia's No.1 student city. The city also is at the 13th position globally in the QS World University Rankings and 2nd in the world for student mix with a score of 98.9.

Mistakes student commit in LoI when applying for college admissions abroad

The dos and dont’s for writing a Letter of Intent (LoI) in applying for an overseas educational programme.

Sending your child to study abroad during inflationary times? Here's what you should know

Moneycontrol's 'Essential Guide to Studying Abroad' podcasts seeks to provide a definitive guide to young aspiring students - as well as their parents - on how best to prepare for foreign education. We spoke to a host of former and aspiring international students and their parents about the research, financial planning and overall experience of planning for foreign education.

How this financial planner is preparing for her daughter's international study plans

Moneycontrol's 'Essential Guide to Studying Abroad' podcasts seeks to provide a definitive guide to young aspiring students - as well as their parents - on how best to prepare for foreign education. We spoke to a host of former and aspiring international students and their parents about the research, financial planning and overall experience of planning for foreign education.

Why this student chose to study in France instead of US, UK or Canada

Moneycontrol's 'Essential Guide to Studying Abroad' podcasts seeks to provide a definitive guide to young aspiring students - as well as their parents - on how best to prepare for foreign education. We spoke to a host of former and aspiring international students and their parents about the research, financial planning and overall experience of planning for foreign education.

Rupee at life-time low to hit imports, overseas education, travel

The primary and immediate impact of a depreciating rupee is on the importers who will have to shell out more for the same quantity and price. However, it is a boon for the exporters as they receive more rupees in exchange for dollars.

Study Abroad: Top five universities in the US

While university education cost remains quite high in the US for foreign students, the quality of education at top institutions there works as a ladder for socio-economic success, and professional growth.

Study abroad: Five things to remember before joining a foreign university

The time between getting the admission offer and joining the foreign university provides a unique window to hone new skills, learn about the socio-cultural fitments, language skills and part time work laws to fit into the new destination well.

Is the sheen of overseas higher education still compelling?

Overseas education is a centuries-old phenomenon in India. Quality of education, variety of courses, and comparatively low fees are some of the influencing factors 

Indian students’ hunger for foreign education: What is driving it, and has it changed post-pandemic?

While selecting a foreign education destination, Indian students are weighing the market value of the course, rating of the institution or university, cost of living, and post-study work opportunities.

Planning to study abroad? Your Harvard MBA will cost Rs 3.6 lakh more from April 1

A Budget announcement said that a tax collected at source (TCS) of 5 percent will be applicable for all remittances outside India above Rs 7 lakh.

Opinion | Focus on improving quality of education to stem capital outflow

The government must focus on structural factors that are responsible for a worsening balance of payment

For many Indians, degrees abroad now unaffordable

With the rupee depreciating consistently and touching a new low of 68/USD last week, many Indians are facing a problem of unaffordable foreign degrees.

Foreign education bill likely in current session: Sibal

The proposed legislation to allow foreign education providers to set up campuses in India will "hopefully" be introduced during the current session of Parliament, HRD Minister Kapil Sibal today said.