But being a student studying in India is already a difficult task. Especially when it comes down to career guidance, as there are not many career guidance experts offering the advice you need.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Due to this, many students who wish to <\/span>study abroad<\/span><\/a> do not get admission to the colleges they wish to. Even if they do, they often find it difficult to adapt and adjust to their new surroundings due to the lack of guidance.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n The challenges that Indian students face while going to study abroad are many and occur at different stages. From the time of research of colleges to the application process, writing exams, and ultimately, the VISA process. The admission process differs from one country to another, and so do the entrance exams.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Due to inadequate career guidance, most students and parents stay in a state of confusion through these various stages of the career path. To study abroad, both students and parents must be on the same page so that the entire journey can be a smooth one.<\/span><\/p>\n Now it\u2019s not easy to always be on the same page. That is one challenge. Let\u2019s have a look at the other challenges that Indian students face to study abroad.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Career guidance<\/span><\/a> is the NEED of the hour for students today. Irrespective of they choose to study in India or study abroad. Due to the lack of a structured career guidance program at school, students grow up being unaware of the career opportunities that have been upcoming in India and abroad.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Schools need to inform students about the career opportunities that are available to study abroad. More importantly, to equip them with the knowledge and make parents aware of the advantages and disadvantages of studying abroad.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n There are many third-party agents and counsellors out there who are always ready to offer guidance on studying abroad. But they come with their set of disadvantages that outweigh their advantages.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n These third-party agents have specific tie-ups with colleges abroad and they receive a commission for every student that gets admitted to those colleges.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n But what is the problem with that?<\/i><\/b><\/p>\n To study abroad, you must keep options of different colleges and not only the ones that have partnered up with any of the agents. Having options that include a wide range of colleges help in categorizing them and accordingly moving forward with the application process.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Another major issue faced by students when it comes to agents is their lack of deep knowledge of students. Due to this, students\u2019 aspirations, strengths and weaknesses, are often ignored which hampers their career path.<\/span><\/p>\n Receiving career guidance from experienced counsellors helps students recognise themselves and know what it can take to study abroad.<\/span><\/p>\n Another huge challenge faced by Indian students to study abroad is the direct or indirect pressure to join top colleges. The fascination with IVY League colleges or other top 10 colleges in the world is immense among Indian families, schools, and, ultimately, the students.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n It\u2019s not easy to get into the top colleges abroad. Still, students are pressured by their parents, and other third-party counsellors to <\/span>only <\/i><\/b>aim for the cream of colleges.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Why? Just so that they can take credit for it and it sounds nice when said outside.\u00a0<\/i><\/b><\/p>\n The pressure of only applying to top colleges takes a toll on Indian students due to 2 major reasons. The extensive pre-application process, and the inability to handle rejection (if, it so happens).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.univariety.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/4022164-300x300.jpg\")
<\/a><\/p>\nUnstructured Guidance From School<\/span><\/h2>\n
Inadequate Guidance From Third-Party Agents<\/span><\/h2>\n
Pressure To Join Top Colleges<\/span><\/h2>\n