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A-WAY vs LeapScholar: Which is right for you?

AI-first study abroad platform · Bangalore, India · Founded 2019

LeapScholar is a Bangalore-based AI-first study abroad platform founded in 2019. They use technology to match students to universities and provide counselling via app. A-WAY is a traditional owner-led consultancy with 13+ years experience and CICC + MARA licensing. The choice is between tech-enabled scale vs founder-led depth.

A-WAY wins

Tied

LeapScholar wins

Feature	A-WAY	LeapScholar
Year founded	2011✓	2019
Total students placed	4,700+✓	~3,000+ (growing fast)
CICC license	Yes (active RCIC)✓	No (referral partners only)
MARA registration	Yes (MARN 1683007)✓	No
AI matching engine	No (human assessment)	Yes (proprietary)✓
Mobile app	No (web-based)	Yes✓
Personalised counselling	Yes (founder-led)	Yes (chat + counsellor)
PR + immigration support	In-house licensed✓	Referred to partner lawyers
SOP / LOR review	Founder-reviewed	AI-assisted + human review
Best for	Students wanting licensed immigration expertise	Students wanting tech-enabled convenience

Our verdict

LeapScholar is great for tech-savvy students who prefer app-based matching. A-WAY is the better choice if your case involves PR, complex visas, or you want a CICC + MARA licensed consultant handling it personally.

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