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EduFi: “Study Now, Pay Later” Startup Makes Pakistan Higher Education More Affordable

  • May 23, 2024
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EduFi, a Lahore-based startup founded by Aleena Nadeem, is helping to bridge the gap between affordability and access to higher education in Pakistan. Their innovative “Study Now, Pay Later” model allows students from financially constrained backgrounds to pursue their university dreams.

Nadeem, an MIT graduate with experience at McKinsey and Goldman Sachs, identified a key barrier for many Pakistani families – the inability to afford large upfront tuition fees. EduFi provides a solution by partnering with universities (currently 27, with a significant increase in the past six months) to connect with students. After conducting its own credit assessment, EduFi pays tuition directly to the university on the student’s behalf. Students then repay the loan in manageable monthly installments throughout their studies.

Nadeem’s dedication to educational equity is evident in her long-standing commitment to the issue, dating back to her high school days. After a successful pilot launch in 2021, EduFi began disbursing loans in early 2024. Their impact and potential have resonated with investors, as evidenced by the record-breaking $6.1 million pre-seed funding round led by Zayn VC in November 2023. This marks the largest such round for a Pakistani startup to date.

EduFi’s innovative approach offers a promising solution to make university education more accessible for a wider range of Pakistani students. Their success story demonstrates the growing focus on financial inclusion and the entrepreneurial spirit within the country’s tech scene.

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