Big 4, big bills, diminishing returns: Why Indian students are pulling back on the study abroad dream

The allure of foreign degrees is dimming as Indian students confront harsh new realities. With a 15% drop in outbound students (MEA, 2024), the Big 4 nations are facing scrutiny over rising costs, restrictive visas, and crumbling job markets. Today’s aspirants are replacing blind ambition with hard maths, re-evaluating ROI over reputation in their global education journey.

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