{"id":402000,"date":"2025-09-06T06:53:13","date_gmt":"2025-09-06T06:53:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/402000\/"},"modified":"2025-09-06T06:53:13","modified_gmt":"2025-09-06T06:53:13","slug":"germany-overtakes-us-canada-in-study-abroad-applications-report-education-news","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/402000\/","title":{"rendered":"Germany overtakes US, Canada in study abroad applications: Report | Education News"},"content":{"rendered":"

In a departure from traditional trends, Indian students are reshaping their global education choices with declining study abroad<\/a> applications from the US<\/a> and Canada and an increasing trend for Germany. A report from upGrad titled Transnational Education (TNE) Report 2024\u201325, reveals a shift in how young Indians approach international degrees.<\/p>\n

Germany Surges, US Slips<\/p>\n

The United States,<\/a> long considered the default destination for Indian students, is witnessing a decline. Applications to US universities dropped by 13 per cent year-on-year.<\/p>\n

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\n\"Germany Here\u2019s the graph showing the shift in student applications: US applications dropped by 13%, Germany surged as the top choice, and Canada saw a steep decline.<\/p>\n

Meanwhile, Germany has emerged as the top choice, with student share rising from 13.2 per cent in 2022 to a staggering 32.6 per cent in 2024\u201325. Canada, too, saw a sharp fall \u2014 from 17.85 per cent to 9.3 per cent.<\/p>\n

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According to upGrad\u2019s 2024\u201325 report, European countries are witnessing a surge in interest from Indian students, with Germany leading at 32.6%, followed by Ireland (3.9%), France (3.3%), and a collective 9 per cent opting for other European destinations.<\/p>\n

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The UAE is another rising star, now hosting 42 per cent of its international student population from India.<\/p>\n

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Career Over Citizenship & Funding<\/p>\n

The report underscores a clear shift in priorities. Only 19.9 per cent of respondents said they chose permanent residency (PR) as a goal, while 45.7 per cent are focused on tangible career outcomes. The report takes into account one lakh respondents for the survey.<\/p>\n

\"Germany Here\u2019s a pie chart showing student priorities: 19.9% value permanent residency, 45.7% prioritize career outcomes, and the rest fall into other goals.<\/p>\n

With diversity in choices, funding remains a critical factor, with 33 per cent of students relying on education loans and 28 per cent depending on scholarships.<\/p>\n

Top Course Choices<\/p>\n

Master\u2019s degrees remain the dominant choice, with 86.5 per cent of respondents opting for postgraduate programmes.<\/p>\n

\"Germany The graph highlights how Master\u2019s degrees dominate (86.5%), Management\/MBA programmes surged from 30% to 55.6%, and STEM fields hold a strong 38.9% share.<\/p>\n

Management and MBA programmes have doubled in popularity\u2014from 30 per cent to 55.6 per cent in just three years. STEM fields also continue to rise, now accounting for nearly 38.9 per cent of preferences.<\/p>\n

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Commenting on the findings, Praneet Singh, associate vice president \u2013 University Partnerships, upGrad Study Abroad, said: \u201cIndian students today are far more intentional about their education choices \u2013 driven by geopolitical awareness, cost consciousness, and the realities of stricter visa regimes and uncertain post-study pathways. The traditional \u2018Big Four\u2019 destinations are no longer the default; instead, Europe, the Middle East, and APAC are emerging as smarter, future-ready alternatives. Our study abroad report sets a clear call for universities, platforms, and policymakers to meet the next generation of Indian students at the intersection of ambition and affordability.\u201d<\/p>\n

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