Dates
From: February 19, 2024
To: March 5, 2024
Duration
15 Days
Countries
Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh and Saudi Arabia
Why The EdTour?
Experienced in managing over twenty – two in-person U.S. university recruitment tours in
Pakistan since 2012, we are excited to welcome you to EdTour – South Asia and Saudi Arabia(First time ever)!
After a series of successful EdTours last year in Nepal, Bangladesh, Africa, and Pakistan; join us this Spring as we add Saudi Arabia to our growing list of countries.
Be ready to meet students, parents, and high school counselors across Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, and Saudi Arabia. Our tours offer a mix of school/university visits, and networking events with students, parents, and high school counselors. Since this is Yield season, we also plan accepted student events across Pakistan and Bangladesh.
EdTour is run by a group of foodies, so come prepared for a culinary journey across these four countries.
Why EdTour - South Asia (& Saudi Arabia)?
- Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, and Saudi Arabia have a combined population of 458.91 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%.
- 51% of Saudi students in the U.S. are enrolled in undergraduate programs, 15% study in master’s programs, and 12% are in PhD programs.
- According to the UNESCO report, the total number of students studying abroad from Pakistan= 59,784, Sri Lanka= 29,199, Bangladesh= 44,338, Saudi Arabia = 49,857.
Who is this program for?
Undergraduate Admissions Representatives
- Visit 4-6 high schools in each city in Pakistan,Sri Lanka, Bangladesh and Saudi Arabia.
- Network with high school counselors through our counselor socials
- Meet students/parents during events hosted at various schools
Graduate Admissions Representatives
- Visit multiple universities across Pakistan,Sri Lanka, Bangladesh and Saudi Arabia.
- Engage in conversations with young undergraduate students in the fields of STEM, Business, and Social Sciences through discussion panels and presentations
- Network with the U.S. Embassies, Fulbright Commissions, and Consular (visa) officers.
For more information, please visit our FAQ page or email us at info@edprograms.org
Sightseeing/Other Activities
- King Fahad’s Fountain
- Faisal Mosque
- Cultural Tours
- Awesome Food
- Badshahi Mosque
- Elephant Orphanage
- Lal Bagh Fort
What’s Included
Full-time Tour Director
In-country Flights
Ground Transportation
Networking Events
All Gratuities
Official Dinners
Security Personnel
Recreational Activities
**Although Hotel and Visa fees are not included in the tour cost; we will facilitate our tour participants with negotiated corporate rates for the hotels. Any documentation needed for the visa shall be provided by EdPrograms.
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.
Past Programs
