Many of us dream of travelling abroad and pursuing higher education overseas to build an international career. Students earn fancy degrees and rarely pursue higher education abroad. They also write many entrance and scholarship exams. In addition to all these, individuals pursuing higher education abroad also seek astrological consultations. Professional astrologers evaluate individuals’ horoscopes to find the chances of studying abroad. They also guide individuals in the right way to reach their goals.
A skilled astrologer studies the native’s birth chart by analysing the signs, houses, Dasha periods, and planetary positions to predict the likelihood and timing of overseas studies.
Astrologers precisely examine a native’s 9th house (related to higher studies), 12th house (residing in foreign countries) and the planetary interaction between the Moon, Jupiter and Rahu. When the 9th and 12th houses are strongly connected and supported by a favourable Dasha Bukti, the native will have greater chances of pursuing higher education abroad.
What are the key houses examined for Study abroad?
- 9th House: The 9th house is the key house for studying abroad. It represents higher university education, long-distance travel, philosophy and foreign culture. A strong, benefic 9th house indicates overseas academic success.
If the 9th house is empty, but the 9th lord is positioned in the 1st, 5th, 10th, or 11th house, the native still has a strong possibility for overseas education.
- 12th House: The 12th house represents foreign lands, living away from the birthplace, and heavy expenditures. A strong 12th house indicates that a native will spend more money on foreign education and will earn it back. Hence, students who want to pursue higher education must have their 12th house activated. An active 12th house supports a native’s physical relocation.
- 4th House: It describes the hometown, comfort and family. If the debilitated 4th House or its lord is positioned in a foreign-indicating house like the 9th or 12th, the person will stay in a foreign land for many years. A strong 4th house can sometimes create a knack for staying.
- 5th House: The 5th house indicates academic performance, intellect, and entrance into educational institutions. When the 5th and 9th lords exchange or are in mutual aspect, the native will be attracted towards advanced learning.
- 3rd and 7th Houses: The 3rd house indicates short journeys, while the 7th house rules foreign settlement and deals with people from diverse backgrounds.
Yogas for study abroad and the planetary combinations
Influence of Rahu: The shadow planet Rahu indicates foreign-related matters. When Rahu is positioned in the 9th or 12th house in a native’s horoscope, it creates an obsession towards foreign cultures. The 9th house Rahu is one of the strongest indicators of foreign education.
Blessings of Jupiter: Jupiter signifies higher knowledge. When Jupiter aspects the 9th house or is positioned in it alongside Rahu or the 12th lord, it brings immense success and respect in foreign educational institutions. The 9th house Jupiter with Rahu is a powerful combination, where Jupiter bestows wisdom, and Rahu creates an abroad connection.
A Movable Ascendant: If a native has their ascendant (Lagna) in a movable sign such as Aries, Cancer, Libra, or Capricorn, they have an inborn willingness for travel abroad. Fixed signs such as Taurus, Leo, Scorpio, and Aquarius generally prefer to stay in their hometowns.
Best Dashas for Overseas Studies
- Rahu Dasha: Foreign lands and abroad opportunities
- Jupiter Dasha: Higher learning and wisdom, placements in foreign institutions
- 9th Lord Dasha: Higher education and long-distance travel
- 12th Lord Dasha: Foreign settlement and expenses on abroad education
Challenges that may hinder abroad studies
- The 9th / 12th houses afflicted by Ketu or Saturn
- Debilitated Mercury
- Malefic Dasha without planetary support
- No planetary connections between the 9th, 12th, and Lagna
Astrological remedies such as chanting specific mantras, wearing gemstones for Jupiter or Rahu under expert guidance, and following specific astrological rituals can increase the chances of studying abroad.