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🇳🇵 Why Kathmandu, Nepal? Insights on Student Market Trends of Nepal

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🎯 Strategic, Stable, and Student-Rich

Kathmandu is the educational capital of Nepal, home to the country’s best schools and most ambitious students. It serves as a gateway for outbound education, especially for undergraduate and medical programs.


🎓 Why Indian Universities Should Participate:

  1. High Volume of Nepalese Students in India India is the #1 foreign destination for Nepali students. Over 30,000+ students from Nepal enroll in Indian institutions annually under:

    • Self-financing

    • SAARC quotas

    • Scholarships (ICCR, AIIMS, etc.)

  2. Deep-rooted Cultural & Academic Ties Indian education is seen as reliable, affordable, and respected. There is mutual recognition of degrees, and Indian universities are trusted for:

    • Engineering & Medical

    • Pharmacy, Nursing & Allied Sciences

    • Commerce, Law, and Management

  3. English-Medium & Easy Entry Process Nepalese students prefer Indian colleges for their English-language programs, no language barrier, and smooth visa-free travel.

  4. High Demand for Scholarship/Concession Seats Many students look for fee waivers, SAARC-country scholarships, or reserved categories, which Indian universities can offer.

  5. Existing Alumni Networks Prestigious Indian institutions like DU, AIIMS, JNU, JIPMER, and IITs already have strong Nepalese alumni networks—a powerful trust signal.

  6. Engaged School Counsellors and Institutions Kathmandu schools are increasingly partnering with Indian institutions for:

    • Career talks

    • Direct admissions

    • Bridge courses & exam prep support

🌏 Why International Universities Should Participate:

  1. Rapid Growth in Outbound Mobility Nepal sends over 60,000 students abroad every year (the 2nd highest per capita in South Asia).Kathmandu is the primary contributor, especially for:

    • Australia

    • UK

    • USA

    • Canada

    • Europe (Germany, Finland, etc.)

  2. Cambridge, IB, and International Curriculum Schools Kathmandu hosts schools with:

    • A-Levels (Cambridge & Edexcel)

    • IB Diploma

    • US/Canadian credit-based systemsThese students are well-prepared for global universities.

  3. English Fluency & Test Readiness High rate of IELTS, TOEFL, SAT, and ACT takers. Kathmandu students are English-proficient and admissions-ready.

  4. Trusted Western Education Culture Many students are first-generation outbound, and fairs like this help parents interact with universities and understand the ecosystem.

  5. Top International Schools in Kathmandu:

    • Rato Bangala School (IB)

    • Ullens School (IB)

    • The British School Kathmandu

    • Malpi Institute

    • Premier International School

    • Kathmandu World School

    • Little Angels’ College

  6. High Success in Student Visas Nepalese students have high visa approval rates for most study destinations when well-prepared, making them attractive candidates.

📊 Did You Know?

  • Kathmandu alone produces over 25,000 Class 12/A-Level graduates annually.

  • Nepal has the highest outbound student ratio per 1,000 students in South Asia.

  • Over 150+ foreign universities recruit actively in Kathmandu every year.

✅ Summary:

Participating in outreach events in Kathmandu allows your institution to:

  • Access one of South Asia’s most education-driven markets

  • Meet motivated, English-speaking, globally focused students

  • Build institutional relationships with top schools and local agents

  • Strengthen your brand in a country that deeply values face-to-face interaction

 
 
 

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