Archive · 20 Jun 2025
Study Abroad Platforms Slow Amidst Visa and Funding Decline
Many students are planning to study in other countries.
However, it is becoming harder to get visas for popular places like the US, UK, Canada, and Australia.
This is making it difficult for companies that help students go abroad.
Because of these stricter rules, fewer students are going to these countries.
Some companies are helping students go to different places, like Germany and France, instead.
These companies are also trying to find students from different countries.
Overall, the study abroad business is changing because of the new visa rules.
Tighter visa rules in key destinations like the US, UK, Canada, and Australia are slowing down study abroad platforms.
Funding for the sector plummeted 99% in 2024, mirroring a decline in Indian students going abroad.
The Big Four destinations have seen double-digit declines in student numbers, with Canada experiencing the steepest drop.
Alternative destinations like New Zealand, Germany, and France are seeing strong upticks in student enrollment.
Companies are diversifying destinations and source markets to mitigate risks and adapt to the changing landscape.
- Who
- Study abroad platforms, students, and loan providers are impacted.
- What
- Study abroad platforms are facing a slowdown due to tighter visa and immigration rules in popular destinations.
- When
- 2024 saw a significant decline in funding and student numbers.
- Where
- The US, UK, Canada, Australia, Germany, France, and other countries are involved.
- Why
- Tighter visa regulations and changing destination preferences are causing the shift.
Companies Facing Challenges
New Strategies Emerge
Adapting to Change
Companies Facing Challenges
Study abroad companies are struggling with reduced funding and stricter visa rules, leading to consolidation and the need to diversify their business models.
New Strategies Emerge
Companies are adapting by exploring alternative destinations and sourcing students from new markets. Some expect a recovery over the next few years.
- Funding Drop
- 99% in 2024 ($9.15 million)
- Indian Students Abroad (2024)
- 759,064
- Canada Decline
- 41%
- Germany Growth
- 68%
- UpGrad Students Shifting from US
- 27%
- GyanDhan FY24 Revenue
- Rs 24 crore
- GyanDhan FY24 Profit
- Rs 1.4 crore