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Choosing the right country and university for studying abroad can be confusing because there are many factors beyond rankings. Students usually need to look at their academic background, budget, career goals, visa success rate, post-study work options, and cost of living before making a decision.

This becomes even more important for programs like MBA or professional courses, where long-term outcomes and return on investment matter. Language requirements and lifestyle differences can also play a big role depending on the destination.

Another important aspect is understanding how education counselling works. Some organisations provide free counselling, where they do not charge students and instead charge universities directly. This model can help reduce financial pressure and bias during decision-making. I’ve seen platforms like Yastudy follow this transparent approach while guiding students about countries, universities, and application steps.

I’d like to hear from others here what factors helped you decide your study abroad destination?