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Get real, honest advice from peers who recently went through the same journey. They understand your challenges because they've been exactly where you are.

💡 Why Peer Mentorship? Students trust fellow students more than consultants. Get authentic insights about campus life, visa process, and settling abroad from those living it right now.
200+ Students Helped
6 Countries
15+ Peer Mentors

🎓 Meet Our Peer Mentors

Real Nepali students at universities abroad, ready to share their experiences and guide you through your journey

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Priya Sharma

🇺🇸Computer Science, Junior
Youngstown State University, Ohio

USA Computer Science Scholarship Winner

Namaste! I'm a junior at YSU studying Computer Science. Came from Kathmandu in 2023 with a partial scholarship. I know how overwhelming the process feels, especially visa interviews and adjusting to American campus life.

📖 My Journey:
Applied from Nepal → Got partial scholarship → F-1 visa approved first try → Now thriving at YSU
💬 I can help you with:
SOP for US universities • F-1 visa interview prep • Finding affordable universities • Campus life tips • Part-time jobs
25+ Students
3rd Year
5.0 Rating
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Rohan Basnet

🇺🇸MBA Graduate 2024
UT Arlington, Texas

USA Business/MBA Fresh Graduate

Just graduated with my MBA from UT Arlington! The whole process from Nepal was tough but worth it. I specialized in Marketing and got a GA position that covered my tuition. Happy to share everything I learned.

📖 My Journey:
Worked 2 years in Nepal → Applied for MBA → Got GA position → Graduated debt-free → Now on OPT
💬 I can help you with:
MBA applications • Writing strong SOPs • GA/TA positions • GRE preparation • Transitioning to US work culture
30+ Students
2024 Graduate
4.9 Rating
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Srijana Thapa

🇬🇧Computer Science, 2nd Year
University of Westminster, London

UK Computer Science London Life

Hey there! I'm a Nepali girl studying CS in London. The UK visa process is different from the US - CAS, IELTS requirements, financial proof - I've been through it all. Living in London as a Nepali student has its own challenges and perks!

📖 My Journey:
+2 from Kathmandu → IELTS 7.0 → Got admission & visa → Moved to London 2023 → Loving university life
💬 I can help you with:
UK student visa • UCAS applications • IELTS preparation • Living in London on budget • Finding accommodation
20+ Students
2nd Year
4.8 Rating
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Aditya KC

🇨🇦Mechanical Engineering, Senior
University of Toronto, Canada

Canada Engineering Co-op Experience

Studying Mechanical Engineering at UofT. Got here through the regular application process from Nepal. Did two co-op terms which helped financially and gave me great work experience. Canadian system is different - happy to explain!

📖 My Journey:
Engineering entrance from Nepal → Applied to Canada → Study permit approved → Now in final year with co-op experience
💬 I can help you with:
Canadian study permits • Engineering programs • Co-op applications • Finding housing in Toronto • Winter survival tips 😄
18+ Students
4th Year
4.9 Rating
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Nisha Karki

🇦🇺Public Health, Master's Student
Monash University, Melbourne

Australia Health Sciences Master's

Doing my Master's in Public Health at Monash. Worked as a nurse in Nepal before coming here. Australia's visa process and cost can be tricky - I can guide you through it. Melbourne is amazing for international students!

📖 My Journey:
Nursing background → Decided on Master's → Australian student visa → Moved to Melbourne 2024 → Loving the multicultural vibe
💬 I can help you with:
Australian student visa • Health programs • GTE statement • Cost management in Australia • Part-time work options
15+ Students
1st Year
5.0 Rating
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Suraj Poudel

🇺🇸Data Science, Graduate Student
Arizona State University

USA Data Science RA Position

Master's in Data Science at ASU with a Research Assistantship that covers my tuition. Applied to 10+ universities from Nepal. Can share my entire application strategy, what worked and what didn't. GRE waived for most programs now!

📖 My Journey:
IT job in Nepal → Decided on MS → Applied widely → Got RA position → F-1 visa → Now researching AI/ML
💬 I can help you with:
MS applications • RA/TA opportunities • SOP for tech programs • University selection strategy • GRE preparation
35+ Students
2nd Year
4.8 Rating
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Why Choose Peer Mentorship?

Real students sharing real experiences - no sales pitch, just honest guidance

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Relatable Advice

Our mentors recently went through the exact same process. They understand your concerns because they had them too.

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Budget-Friendly

Get authentic guidance without expensive consultancy fees. Peer mentorship is affordable and accessible.

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Honest Insights

No sugar-coating. Get real talk about challenges, costs, campus life, and what to actually expect abroad.

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Cultural Understanding

Nepali mentors understand our education system, family expectations, and cultural context better than anyone.

How Aspiraway Peer Mentorship Works

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Choose Your Peer Mentor

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Get Real Advice

Have a casual video chat with your peer mentor and get honest answers to all your questions.

What Students Say

Hear from students who found their path through peer mentorship

"Priya didi helped me so much with my SOP and visa interview prep. She knew exactly what questions they'd ask because she just went through it. Got my visa approved! 🎉"

- Bibek M., Lalitpur

"Talking to Rohan dai gave me confidence. He explained GA positions and how to apply. Now I'm also applying for similar opportunities!"

- Anita S., Pokhara

"Best decision was connecting with Srijana. She shared her entire UK application process and even helped me find affordable accommodation options in London."

- Rajesh T., Kathmandu

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Why Peer Mentorship is Different

When you're planning to study abroad from Nepal, there's no substitute for advice from someone who's recently been in your shoes. Traditional consultancies can provide general information, but peer mentors offer something much more valuable: lived experience. Our mentors are current students or fresh graduates from Nepal who are studying or have recently studied in countries like the USA, UK, Canada, and Australia.

These peer mentors understand the Nepali education system, the challenges of securing funding, the stress of visa interviews, and the reality of adjusting to life abroad. They can tell you which universities are truly affordable, how to write an authentic Statement of Purpose, what visa officers actually look for, and how to survive your first winter in a foreign country. This isn't textbook knowledge - it's real-world wisdom from students who navigated the same path you're about to take.

Whether you're a +2 graduate looking for undergraduate programs, a bachelor's graduate planning for your Master's, or a professional considering an MBA, our peer mentors can provide field-specific advice. From computer science to business, engineering to health sciences, we have Nepali students across disciplines ready to share their journey and help you avoid common pitfalls.

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