Study Abroad: 8 Challenges Faced by Graduates Returning Home

Reverse Culture Shock

60% face disorientation or feeling out of place after returning home.

Job Market Mismatch

40% struggle to find jobs matching their foreign degrees or skills.

Lost Professional Network

35% find it hard to reconnect with former colleagues or mentors.

Financial Strain

50% are influenced by student loans and higher living costs.

Social Disconnection

45% feel disconnected from friends and family back home.

Identity Crisis

30% grapple with questions of identity and belonging.

Limited Job Opportunities

25% face employment barriers due to visa restrictions or lack of local experience.

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