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Canada has long been the first choice among students from all over the world, including Indians.
Foreign students are going to countries with easier visa rules.
Studying abroad is a dream come true for many students. But this is a big investment and one should proceed only after doing thorough research on every aspect related to it. Due to recent tensions with Canada, Indian students are now looking for options in other countries.
According to a recent survey report by IDP Education Emerging Futures, Canada is no longer the top choice to study among international students. Instead, foreign students prefer to study in the US and Australia.
IDP conducted this survey from 20 August to 16 September 2024. More than 6,000 people from 14 countries participated in it. Out of which 56 percent were postgraduate and 27 percent were graduate level students. The survey also revealed that 66 percent of students are considering more than one destination for studies. This shows that students are looking for clarity in policies as well as broadening destination options for studies.
The survey also revealed that the three main reasons international students leave school are financial: tuition fees, cost of living and visa fees. 47 percent of students responding to the survey are considering studying abroad again in the next two years.
According to the survey, among the top 5 destinations for study abroad – UK, US, Canada, Australia and New Zealand – only two countries are increasing in attraction among students. These countries are America and New Zealand. Interestingly, out of these five countries, only these two countries have not made strict rules for visa and immigration last year.
The IDP survey said 24 percent of students chose Australia this year, which is 1 percent less than last year. On the other hand, 21 percent of foreign students chose the UK. The biggest decline in popularity was seen in Canada. Only 16 percent chose it, which is nine percent less than last year.
While the US saw a 4 percent increase and 23 percent students chose it, New Zealand saw a one percent increase and 5 percent students preferred it.
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