University Shortlisting
Find Your Best-Fit University. Guaranteed.
Curated by Nbyula's Research Team.
This is NOT Another "Free Shortlist"
You know the drill.
You walk into a consultancy. They glance at your profile for 30 seconds. You have a 6.5 CGPA and no GRE.
"Columbia is definitely possible."
"NYU Stern? Yeah, you have a shot."
They are not being optimistic. They are lying. Because once you believe you can get into a dream school, you will pay 1-2 Lakhs for their "End-to-End Package."
By the time you get rejected from 8 schools and scramble for backups in March, they have already cashed your check.
We do not do that.
Our Process: Obsessively Data-Driven
Before we recommend a single university, we need to actually understand who you are.
We collect 43 data points across 14 sections:
| # | Section | What We Learn |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Academic Background | Degree, field, CGPA, university, backlogs, gaps |
| 2 | Test Scores | GRE/GMAT, IELTS/TOEFL/PTE/Duolingo - actual or expected |
| 3 | Target Program | Degree type, specialization, specific schools on your radar |
| 4 | Work Experience | Years, industry, role, progression, internships |
| 5 | Extracurriculars and Achievements | Research, publications, leadership, awards, certifications |
| 6 | Country and Intake Preferences | Target countries, countries to avoid, intake timeline |
| 7 | Budget and Financial Situation | Total budget, loan openness, scholarship necessity, fee waiver preference |
| 8 | University Preferences | Ranking preference, city vs college town, ambitious vs safe mix |
| 9 | Career Goals and Post-Study Plans | Work abroad vs return, target industry/role, visa importance |
| 10 | Practical Considerations | Language of instruction, housing preferences |
| 11 | Personal Circumstances | Age, nationality, visa history, dependents |
| 12 | Previous Applications | Past attempts, rejections, feedback received |
| 13 | Your Priorities and Hard Limits | What matters MOST to you - ranked |
| 14 | Anything Else | Context only you can provide |
This is not a 5-minute Google Form. This is a full profile excavation.
6 Hours of Deep Research. Per Shortlist.
Once we have your 43 data points, our research team disappears for 6 hours.
Not 6 minutes. Not a quick ChatGPT prompt. Six actual hours of:
- Cross-referencing your profile against admission requirements
- Analyzing acceptance rates for your specific demographic
- Calculating ROI based on tuition, living costs, and graduate salaries
- Identifying which recruiters hire from which programs
- Verifying deadlines from official university sources (not outdated blogs)
- Building a strategic mix of Ambitious / Target / Safe schools
The result?
15 Universities. 21 Data Points Each. Zero Fluff.
You do not get a list of names. You get a color-coded intelligence report delivered directly to your Nbyula Study Planner.
For EACH university, we research:
| # | Data Point | Why It Matters |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | University Name | - |
| 2 | Location (City + Country) | Lifestyle, job market, safety |
| 3 | Admit Rate % | Your realistic chances |
| 4 | Program Name | Exact degree you would pursue |
| 5 | Duration | Time investment |
| 6 | Tuition | Total academic cost |
| 7 | Budget Fit | Low / Medium / High vs YOUR budget |
| 8 | Average Post-Grad Salary | What you will actually earn |
| 9 | ROI (5-Year Amortized) | The real question: Is this worth it? |
| 10 | Top Recruiters | Companies that hire from this program |
| 11 | GRE/GMAT Requirement | Do you meet it? |
| 12 | IELTS/TOEFL Requirement | Do you meet it? |
| 13 | Work Experience Requirement | Do you meet it? |
| 14 | Application Deadline | Never miss it |
| 15 | Cohort/Class Size | Big fish or small pond? |
| 16 | Accommodation | On-campus availability |
| 17 | QS/Global Ranking | Prestige factor |
| 18 | University Type | Public vs Private (cost implications) |
| 19 | Scholarship Availability | Can you get aid? |
| 20 | Post-Study Work Visa | OPT, PSW, PR pathways |
| 21 | Special Notes | Anything unique you should know |
That is 315 verified data points across your shortlist.
All formatted. All color-coded. All delivered to your Nbyula Study Planner.
Visual, Color-Coded Analysis
Your shortlist is not a PDF from 2019. It is a visual report designed for decisions:
| Color | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Green | Safe bet. Within budget. High admit chance. Good ROI. |
| Yellow | Moderate. Competitive. Stretch budget. Worth a shot. |
| Red | Ambitious. Reach school. Above budget. Highly selective. |
See your options at a glance. Compare ROI in seconds. Make decisions with confidence.
What We Do NOT Do
- No sales calls. Ever. We do not call you to "discuss your profile" and then pitch a 1.5L package.
- No upselling. Your shortlist is complete. We will not gatekeep data to make you buy more.
- No partner universities. We do not get paid by universities to push you toward them.
- No sugarcoating. If your profile does not fit IIM Ahmedabad, we will say it. Clearly.
- No generic lists. Every shortlist is built from scratch based on YOUR 43 data points.
What We DO
- Tell you the truth. Even when it is uncomfortable.
- Show you the ROI. Because a 40L degree that leads to a 8L/year job is a bad investment.
- Optimize for YOUR priorities. Ranking? Salary? PR pathway? Lowest cost? You tell us what matters.
- Give you the complete picture. So you can decide, not us.
- Deliver in 2 business days. Because you have deadlines.
Our Guarantees (SLAs)
| Commitment | Guarantee |
|---|---|
| First Contact | Within 4 business hours of purchase |
| Shortlist Delivery | Within 2 business days of discovery completion |
| Revision Turnaround | Within 2 business days of request |
| Data Accuracy | Verified against official 2025-26 sources |
| Support Response | Within 6 business hours (Mon-Sat, 10am-7pm IST) |
Miss an SLA? You get a free revision on us.
Who Is This For?
- You are applying for Masters, MBA, PhD, or Undergrad - abroad or in India
- You are drowning in options and do not know where to start
- You are tired of generic advice from consultants who do not know your profile
- You want to know where you will make the most money in 5 years - not just where sounds fancy
- You want honest answers - not false hope followed by rejection emails
- You value your time and want 6 hours of research done for you
How It Works
Step 1: Purchase
You are instantly added to a private group chat with your research team on Nbyula.
Step 2: Discovery
We send you our 43-question intake form. Fill it out completely - this is the foundation.
Step 3: Deep Dive
Our team spends 6 hours researching, cross-referencing, and building your shortlist.
Step 4: Delivery
You receive your color-coded shortlist with 15 universities and 21 data points each, delivered directly to your Nbyula Study Planner.
Step 5: Revise (If Needed)
Not happy? Want to swap countries or adjust budget? 1 free revision within 7 days.
Frequently asked questions
Where can I track my purchased shortlisting service?
Once you purchase, you are automatically redirected to a group chat on Nbyula with the specific team members handling your service. From there:
- Discovery Call: The team will arrange a call to discuss your profile, understand your background, and align on your goals.
- Service Delivery: We begin the work based on that discussion.
- Tracking: You can track the progress of the service via the sidebar in the chat window.
- Support: For any queries, you can reach us via text or call directly inside the group chat at any time.