Study Abroad, Simplified.
Join 971+ African students who have found their dream university, secured scholarships, and started their global journey with our expert guidance.
NAC Study Abroad helps African students apply to global universities, find scholarships, and get visa and travel support through a free online portal and optional premium advising plans.
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Welcome to the Portal
Your Future, Simplified.
From finding the right university to tracking your visa, our platform gives you the tools to succeed at every step.
Smart Application Tracking
Upload documents safely and track your admission status in real-time.
Scholarship & Budget Tools
Access our Scholarships Hub and use the built-in Budget Calculator.
Integrated Travel Services
Manage visa processing, flight bookings, and accommodation in one place.
Start free, unlock program discovery, scholarships, and secure messaging when you create your profile.
Personalised for Every Journey
Whether you’re in high school, a recent graduate, or a working professional, we tailor the path for you.
Grade 11 & 12
Start early, explore programs, and build a strong profile.
High School Leavers
Apply to Bachelor's degrees or pathway programs.
Postgraduate Students
Advance your career with a global Master's or PhD.
Latest Study Insights
Expert guides, success stories, and essential tips for your journey.
Preparing for IBA International: Your Study Abroad Checklist
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Navigating the Vistula University Pathway: A Guide for African Students in 2026
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Unlocking Opportunities: Study Pathways at Dublin Business School for 2026
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We provide end-to-end guidance to make your journey seamless.
Tell Us Your Goal
Create a free profile or use our search tools to explore your options. We’ll match you to the right programs.
Get Your Shortlist
Receive a personalized list of matched universities and scholarships.
Apply with Confidence
Advisors review documents, guide essays, and submit applications.
Visa & Travel Concierge
We help you through the visa process and travel logistics.
Our Counselling is FREE
We are funded by partner universities, so our expert guidance, application support, and visa assistance come at no cost to you.
Student Success Stories
Real stories from our students
Read transparent feedback from global students who successfully secured admissions and visas with us.
"Secured My UK Visa and Admission!"
"NAC Study Abroad made the entire process so easy. From shortlisting universities to guiding me through the complex UK visa process, their team was there every step of the way."
"Full Scholarship to Canada"
"I didn't think I could afford to study abroad until my advisor at NAC helped me find and apply for a full scholarship in Canada. The platform kept all my documents perfectly organized."
"Stress-Free Application Process"
"I applied to three universities in Australia and received offers from all of them thanks to the essay guidance. The student dashboard is incredibly intuitive and helpful."
Choose Your Membership
Select the level of support that fits your needs. You can upgrade at any time.
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Free
Explore destinations safely before paying, with useful free summaries and a unified NAC account.
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Zoom / NAC online consultations are not included; paid additional sessions are available.
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Face-to-face consultations are not included; paid sessions remain subject to confirmed NAC office and staff availability.
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South Africa: 3 callback/freephone support sessions per month, up to 15 minutes each; international members use WhatsApp support instead.
Plus
For students who need guided direction before choosing schools, documents and budget steps.
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1 Zoom / NAC online consultation per month, up to 30 minutes each.
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Face-to-face consultations are not included; paid sessions remain subject to confirmed NAC office and staff availability.
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South Africa: 3 callback/freephone support sessions per month, up to 15 minutes each; international members use WhatsApp support instead.
Premium
Best value for active applicants preparing school, budget and visa-readiness together.
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2 Zoom / NAC online consultations per month, up to 30 minutes each.
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1 face-to-face consultation per quarter, up to 60 minutes, subject to confirmed NAC office and staff availability.
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South Africa: 3 callback/freephone support sessions per month, up to 15 minutes each; international members use WhatsApp support instead.
Executive
Concierge family-level guidance for complex, high-priority or multi-country study journeys.
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4 Zoom / NAC online consultations per month, up to 45 minutes each.
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1 face-to-face consultation per month, up to 60 minutes, subject to confirmed NAC office and staff availability.
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South Africa: 3 callback/freephone support sessions per month, up to 15 minutes each; international members use WhatsApp support instead.
Featured University Partners
Explore some of the world-class institutions popular with our students.
Queen's School of English (QSoE) — Queen's University
Canada
Queen’s School of English (QSoE) delivers academic and pathway English programs at Queen’s University in Kingston, Cana…
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GLS Sprachenzentrum Berlin
Germany
GLS Sprachenzentrum Berlin offers a wide range of language learning opportunities both locally and globally. Established…
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Humber College (International)
Canada
Humber College is one of Canada’s largest polytechnics with two main campuses in Toronto (North and Lakeshore). The Inte…
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York Catholic District School Board
Canada
The York Catholic District School Board, guided by Catholic Education principles, commits to providing an exemplary educ…
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EU Business School
Spain, Germany, Switzerland
EU Business School is a high-ranking, internationally accredited business school that offers foundation, bachelor's, mas…
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Éducation internationale du CECCE
Canada
Le Bureau de l’éducation internationale du Conseil des écoles catholiques du Centre‑Est (CECCE) accueille des élèves int…
Learn MoreBuilt for African students aiming global
Practical support, trusted partnerships, and a clearer path from interest to enrolment.
NAC Study Abroad is the education-focused arm of NAC Travel International, based in Bedfordview, South Africa and built to help African students access global universities with more confidence and less confusion.
We support students with university matching, scholarship discovery, application guidance, visa assistance, and travel coordination through one connected portal and advisory ecosystem.
Whether a student is still exploring options or ready to submit applications, our goal is to simplify the process, improve decision quality, and help families move forward with clarity.
Trusted Across Africa & Worldwide
Our network spans universities, tourism boards and global partners.
Explore Our Global Network
See where our partner universities are located around the world.
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