5 Benefits of Studying Abroad
Studying abroad can prove to be a transforming experience in a student’s life. It will land you at places where you will have a lot of opportunities to grow. But before making that choice, you may want to know- What are the benefits of studying abroad? In this blog, we will give you five reasons why this decision will prove beneficial for you.
5 benefits of studying abroad-
Quality education
When it comes to quality education universities from places likes the USA, Europe, Australia rank higher than other counties. And the bitter truth is that hardly a couple of universities from India make it to the top 500. 
Not a single university from India could make it in the QS World University Ranking. Although IIT- Bombay, Delhi, Madras found their mention the list when it comes to QS Rankings- subjectwise.
The universities abroad provide a lot of flexibility so that you get to manage your studies and work. It’s a culture to work part-time while studying.
Online classes, evening classes, and part-time degrees help you to keep a balance between your study and work.
Exposure to global culture
When you study in a foreign university you get the opportunity to come in close contact with people of different nationalities and cultures. This exposure widens your worldview and knowledge base. You get a chance to move away from sameness and develop an unconventional taste for things like food, clothing, and art.
When you study in your hometown, the majority of people are likely to be of a similar profile but when you move to another country the amount of diversity you get to see is tremendous.
World Wide Recognition
When you get into a reputed college in a foreign university your degree gets an edge and recognition because of the acceptance of pre-eminence of these colleges world over.
It will be easier for you to plan your future in a foreign county or even if you return to India after your degree, you will start your career with an edge because you will have a strong backing of a degree from a reputed college of the world. Needless to say, all of this will attract future employers and you will have great prospects ahead.
Personal Growth
The level of exposure you get from studying in a foreign land is very different from what you could get from staying in your home country. When you live in a foreign land you get in touch with people of different nationalities and cultures. Apart from that, you learn to manage your personal life and finances. You also get better at creating a work-life balance from a young age. 
While living in a foreign land your language skills improve (because of the continuous exposure) to a great extent and you develop self-confidence.
You can participate in extracurricular actives, be a part of clubs that help you to get in touch with people having similar interests as you.
Pro Tip – You will have a lot of opportunities but you have to pick and choose wisely.
Access to resources and network
The biggest reason why so many people opt for studying abroad is that foreign universities provide access to resources like world-class labs and research facilities. The amenities they offer and the standard of living are also admirable.
Studying abroad helps you to build an invaluable network. When you interact and connect with people from different backgrounds you get to widen your network and this network might lead you to opportunities like internships and job offers!
Studying abroad also offers you the opportunity to create meaningful and lasting friendships.
As we saw, there are so many benefits of studying abroad but you have to do intense research make efforts to find what all options are available, you have to weigh the advantage of one university/college over the other. You have to follow the application procedures, follow deadlines, do the paperwork, find accommodation that suits you, you have to be very careful while doing all this otherwise you will land in a difficult spot.
Studying abroad will land you at the finest places, places where you can grow but if you don’t expose yourself and take initiative to widen your horizon then you are missing out big time.
