Free mentorship for Pakistani students

Your ambition deserves the right guidance.

Studying abroad shouldn't depend on who you know or what you can afford.

Connect with Pakistani students and alumni around the world for free, practical guidance on universities, scholarships, and applications.

Find your mentor Become a mentor

Always free. Built by students, for students.

01 About Dast e Rah

A simple idea, rooted in shared experiences.

Not everyone begins their journey with the same access to information, guidance, or connections.

Dast e Rah is a volunteer-led initiative built on the belief that those who have navigated the journey of studying abroad can help make it a little easier for others.

We're starting small, by bringing willing mentors and aspiring students together, and seeing where this collective effort takes us.

Late-night searches

Where do I even start?

Can I get funding for a master's abroad?

Which universities fit my grades?

How do I write a statement of purpose?

Is this consultant worth the fee?

Is my offer letter real?

Who can I ask who's actually done this?

02 How it works

From one journey to another.

  1. 01

    Register

    Sign up as a mentor or mentee through a short registration form.

  2. 02

    Connect

    We'll explore possible connections based on academic interests, university or scholarship experience, and volunteer availability.

  3. 03

    Learn & Share

    Connect, ask questions, and exchange experiences at a pace that works for both individuals.

Connections depend on mentor availability and may not be possible for every registration.

03 Give back

Be the person you once needed.

Remember how confusing it was when you first started looking for universities? The endless searches, unanswered questions, and uncertainty about what to do next?

Somewhere in Pakistan, a student is going through that right now. Your experience could make their journey a little easier.

Give a little time. Share what you know. Help someone move forward.

Become a volunteer mentor Volunteer on your own schedule.

04 Get involved

Every journey is different. No one should have to navigate it entirely alone.

Looking for guidance?

If you're a Pakistani student hoping to pursue higher education abroad, we'd love to hear from you.

Register as a Mentee

Willing to share your experience?

If you've studied abroad or received an admission offer, consider helping someone navigate their next steps.

Volunteer as a Mentor

Have a question, or want to partner with us? Email dasterah@gmail.com