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Our story

Our story Alison Jenkins
CEO

Gradstar was founded by Alison Jenkins, a former university executive and a big fan of the study abroad experience.

Alison has decades of experience leading international student recruitment teams at some of the best universities in the world. In these roles Alison spoke with international students, parents and university departments and learned how confusing and disappointing the study abroad process had been for students. Studying overseas should be an experience of a lifetime, but many students were not happy with the outcome.

Alison saw the need for a service that helps students identify what they want from a study overseas experience and provides the support and knowledge to make their dreams a reality. Gradstar’s co-design model empowers students to be the designers of their study abroad journey. Our Dream Makers support and guide them at every step.

Because dreams deserve a helping hand.

Our story Sagar Bahadur
Chief Market Officer
First-hand experience

Sagar Bahadur experienced the rewards and challenges of being an international student first hand.

He went on to work for top global education organisations and be ranked one of the top 40 under 40 higher education professionals in India by BW Businessworld. He is also a recipient of the Philip Kotler Award (education).

To Gradstar, Sagar brings 15 years of experience in international education and a passion to deliver students the best possible experience so they can thrive in their studies and careers.

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Prashant Kumar
Head of Student Success

Putting students first

With over a decade of experience in international education, Prashant Kumar joined Gradstar to help put students first and be a leader of change in the industry.

Prashant brings a deep understanding of the student study cycle and how best to train Dream Makers to help students set career goals and find their perfect university.

Driven by a passion to positively impact student lives, Prashant steers Gradstar towards new and effective counselling approaches to ensure students get the best possible outcome.

 

Mission

Once in a lifetime experience
Once in a lifetime experience

We are committed to empowering students to have the most rewarding experience of their lives studying abroad. We measure our success by theirs.

Dream big
Dream big

We understand students like to dream big but that they might need help translating their dreams into action. We provide key direction and support.

VIP support
VIP support

Our Dream Makers are expert listeners, educators, study abroad consultants, strategists, student supporters and dreamers. They are committed to giving students a red-carpet study abroad experience.

Be transparent
Be transparent

We inform students and partners about our services and fees upfront, in clear language. They deserve to know exactly who we are and what we offer.

Education for all
Education for all

We believe education is a right, not a privilege, which is why we channel a percentage of our profits to an organisation that supports underprivileged Indian students.

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Dream Makers

Our Dream Makers are expert listeners, educators, study abroad consultants, course advisors, strategists and student supporters, all in one. Unlike other overseas education consultants, they co-design the study abroad experience with the student, empowering the student to make their study dreams a reality. From a student’s first appointment with us until they land in their destination country, our Dream Makers support them at every step.

Our Impact

Our Impact

We donate a percentage of our profits to an organisation that supports underprivileged Indian students, because we believe education should be for all.

Our Impact
Our story
Our story

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Be inspired by passionate and talented people. Benefit from our global scale. Realise your true potential in a positive team culture.

Whether you’re an experienced professional looking for your next challenge, or a graduate with dreams of shaping the future. You will make an impact from the moment you join.

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