Studyportals innovative AI Student Advisor democratizes access to study abroad guidance

Studyportals, the global study choice platform, is excited to announce the launch of its cutting-edge AI Student Advisor, Sophia, designed to democratize access to study abroad guidance.

Sophia uses the latest Artificial Intelligence technology, codeveloped with Amazon Web Services, to pull information from the Studyportals knowledge base and guides students through their study abroad journeys.

Edwin van Rest, CEO  and Cofounder of Studyportals says “College counseling used to be a privilege of a handful of students; the vision for Sophia is that now it can be in anyone’s pocket, with the world’s largest database on education options, free of charge!”

This digital-first approach underscores the company’s commitment to innovation and its dedication to providing future-fit solutions that meet the evolving needs of students and educational institutions alike.

Enhanced student outcomes and experience:

• Comprehensive information: The all-knowing AI Student Advisor draws on Studyportals extensive knowledge base, with up-to-date information on programmes, institutions, scholarships and destination countries. With all study destinations listed, students can explore and compare educational opportunities across the globe, making informed decisions with ease.
• Education-specific information: Sophia is purpose-built to provide thorough and detailed information, helping students understand their options and the requirements of different programmes. It is trained to avoid engaging in unrelated topics.
• Multiple languages supported: Sophia can engage with prospective students in over 20 languages, with more to follow.
• Personalised guidance: Students receive relevant, personalised information and advice, ensuring they can engage at different points during their individual journeys to study abroad. They can find the best-fit programme that aligns with their specific academic and career aspirations.
• Privacy assurance: Data privacy is paramount, with stringent measures in place to protect student information.

“Embracing a digital-first approach, the AI Student Advisor represents the future of student engagement and support. This transformative tool supports universities in providing round-the-clock support for students, and helps make education choice transparent, globally.” says van Rest.

The AI Student Advisor will be continually improved, trained and updated to ensure the best possible user experience for students.

This launch builds on Studyportals’ mission to ensure that no student misses out on an educational opportunity due to a lack of information.

Find more information here or try out the AI Student Advisor for yourself.

Press contact

Cara Skikne | caraskikne@studyportals.com

About Studyportals

Studyportals is the world’s most comprehensive study choice platform, helping 55 million prospective students to choose their best-fit study programme.

At the same time, we help universities reach and recruit best-fit international students by enabling them to connect with a diverse, global audience.

Our goal is to make education choice transparent, globally and ensure a future where no student will miss out on an education opportunity, because of a lack of information.