New Delhi, Feb. 7 -- Non-resident Indians (NRIs) who've navigated the tough road to settling abroad, securing scholarships and visas, and adapting to culture on their own are now guiding the next wave of Indian students through social media. Drawing on daily experiences, they tackle overlooked challenges such as finding top internships and part-time jobs, managing finances, and selecting the best colleges to build their dream life in a new country.

Take Annushree Tiwari, username @annuway_, who relocated to the UK in 2024 for a Master's in Environmental Management after six years working in India's social sector.

"During my visa application and scholarship hunt, I struggled to find professional guidance on universities that weren't just...