Dates
From: October 15, 2024
To: October 31, 2024
Duration
17 Days
Countries
Pakistan, Nepal, Bangladesh and Sri Lanka
Why The EdTour?
Experienced in managing over 25 in-person U.S. university recruitment tours in Pakistan since 2012, we are excited to welcome you to our home. Join us this Fall for EdTour – South Asia as we take you on a multi-city tour of Pakistan. We will also explore the educational landscapes of Nepal and Bangladesh, ending our travels in the island nation of Sri Lanka.
Be ready to meet students, parents, and high school counselors across these four countries. Our tours offer a mix of school/university visits and Counselor Socials – our counselor only networking events. Mini college fairs in all countries will be organized in collaboration with the U.S. Embassy and EducationUSA. In Pakistan, we are happy to announce the second Pakistan School Counselors Association (PSCA) conference.
EdTour is run by a group of foodies, so come prepared for a culinary journey across these four countries.
Why EdTour - South Asia?
- Pakistan, Nepal, Bangladesh and Sri Lanka have a combined population of 452.99 Million!
- Pakistan is the sixth-most populous country of 220 million people (and counting) with 55% of its population under the age of 25.
- The adult literacy rate in Sri Lanka is 87% percent which is one of the highest in Asia.
- Bangladesh is the world’s seventh fastest-growing economy with an annual growth rate of 8.3%.
- According to Open Doors 2022/2023, the number of students studying in the U.S. from Pakistan: 10,164 (15.9% increase from previous year), Nepal: 15,090 (27.9%), Bangladesh: 13,563 (28%), Sri Lanka: 3,106 (6.1%).
- According to UNESCO 2022/2023, the number of students studying in the U.S. from Pakistan: 7133, Nepal: 10,929, Bangladesh: 8524 and Sri Lanka: 2617.
COUNTRIES
Who is this program for?
Undergraduate Admissions Representatives
- Visit 4-6 high schools in each city in Pakistan, Nepal, Bangladesh and Sri Lanka.
- Network with high school counselors through our counselor socials.
- Meet students and parents during events hosted at various schools.
- Mini college fairs in collaboration with EducationUSA (tentative).
Graduate Admissions Representatives
- Visit multiple universities across Pakistan, Nepal, Bangladesh and Sri Lanka.
- Engage in conversations with young undergraduate students in the fields of STEM, Business, and Social Sciences through discussion panels and presentations.
- Attend customized graduate workshops at U.S. Embassies in collaboration with Education USA.
- Network with the U.S. Embassies, Fulbright Commissions, and Consular (visa) officers.
- You will meet some Graduate degree seeking students during the mini college fairs as well.
For more information, please visit our FAQ page or email us at info@edprograms.org
Sightseeing/Other Activities
- Badshahi Mosque – Pakistan
- Gangaramaya Temple – Sri Lanka
- Awesome Food in Bangladesh
- Faisal Mosque – Pakistan
- Yoga retreat in Nepal
Full-time Tour Director
In-country Flights
Ground Transportation
Networking Events
All Gratuities
Official Receptions
Security Personnel
Some Cultural Activities
Although Hotel and Visa fees are not included in the tour cost; we will facilitate participants with negotiated corporate rates for the hotels. Any documentation needed for the visa shall be provided by EdPrograms. We prefer to stay in Marriott properties (where available) during all our tours.
Eligibility Requirements
- This tour is open to accredited higher education institutions only.
- Institutions must be two-year, four-year, and graduate degree-granting institutions.
- Tour participants need to be full-time admissions employees of the participating institution.
- Alumni and recruitment agents can not represent the registered institution on our tours.
- Universities will be reviewed by the advisory board in case of exceeding tour capacity.
- Participating Institutions must adhere to the NAFSA’s Statement of Ethical Principles.
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