New Regulations for Foreign Educational Programs in Nepal
Summary
Nepal's Ministry of Education and Sports mandates prior consent and infrastructure criteria for foreign educational programs, aiming to ensure quality and prevent substandard colleges.
Key Points
- Prior consent from the Ministry of Education and Sports is required before establishing or registering foreign educational programs in Nepal.
- Institutions must meet land and infrastructure requirements specific to geographic regions to operate foreign-affiliated programs.
- A deposit system and scholarship quotas have been introduced to ensure financial and social commitments from educational institutions.
- A high-level committee has been formed for monitoring foreign educational programs with powers to revoke permits for non-compliance.
