REAL CHALLENGES STUDENTS FACE WHEN PLANNING TO STUDY ABROAD --Difficulty Arranging Funds / Education Loan Issues

 

REAL CHALLENGES STUDENTS FACE WHEN PLANNING TO STUDY ABROAD

4. Difficulty Arranging Funds / Education Loan Issues

Even after choosing the right course and country, the next major roadblock students face is arranging funds. Studying abroad is expensive, and most families depend on education loans, but the process is not as simple as it appears.


🔶 Why Arranging Funds Becomes a Serious Challenge

1. High Cost of Education

Students need to arrange money for:

  • Tuition fees

  • Living expenses

  • Travel & insurance

  • Visa & biometrics

  • Emergency funds

The total amount often reaches ₹15–₹45 lakhs for most countries, causing financial pressure on families.


2. Loan Approval Takes Time

Banks and NBFCs follow strict procedures:

  • Long documentation process

  • Multiple verification steps

  • Delayed sanction letters
    This delay can cause students to miss university or visa deadlines.


3. Collateral Requirements

Many public banks demand collateral such as:

  • Property papers

  • Fixed deposits

  • LIC bonds
    Families without collateral struggle, even if the student is academically strong.


4. Loan Rejections Are Common

Applications are rejected due to:

  • Low CIBIL score of parents

  • Insufficient income

  • High existing loans

  • Incomplete documents

  • Valuation issues with collateral

This forces students to look for high-interest NBFC loans.


5. Difficulty Showing Funds for Visa

Most countries require:

  • Proof of 1-year tuition

  • Proof of living costs

  • Bank statements

  • GIC/Funds held for 28–180 days

Students find it difficult to maintain this amount for long periods, especially with fluctuating exchange rates.


6. High Interest Rates & EMI Pressure

Private lenders charge higher interest, which leads to:

  • Big EMI burden after graduation

  • Financial stress for parents

  • Fear of not being able to repay if job search is slow


7. Lack of Awareness About Loan Options

Students often don’t know the difference between:

  • Public banks

  • Private banks

  • NBFCs

  • Secured vs unsecured loans

  • Study abroad scholarships

  • Forex savings options

This confusion leads to wrong decisions.


8. Emotional Stress on Families

Parents frequently:

  • Mortgage property

  • Break savings

  • Take personal loans

This creates silent emotional pressure on both parents and the student.


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