Eduzone Consultants, Sri Lanka’s first educational consultancy to promote higher education in Sweden and Finland, celebrated its landmark 15th anniversary.

This milestone reflects not only the success of a pioneering institute but also the transformational role Eduzone has played in shaping international educational choices for Sri Lankan students over the last decade and a half.

When Eduzone was founded in 2010, only a handful of students considered Sweden or Finland as viable destinations for higher education. Today, both countries are among the most sought after overseas study options for Sri Lankans – an achievement driven largely by Eduzone’s sustained advocacy, expert guidance and unwavering belief in the power of global education.

The organisation’s legacy is evident in the thousands of lives it has touched. Since its inception, Eduzone has processed several thousand student applications to Sweden and Finland, enabling countless locals to access globally ranked universities, international careers and new pathways for growth.

Many students have gone on to become permanent residents or citizens of these countries, contributing actively to their local communities, and building bridges between Sri Lanka and the Nordic region.

Beyond numbers, Eduzone’s most profound impact lies in its ability to empower young Sri Lankans to think beyond borders, overcome financial and logistical barriers, and pursue globally competitive degrees.

Over the years, the consultancy has secured fully funded scholarships, as well as full and partial tuition fee waivers, amounting to a cumulative value of over Rs. 1 billion – a figure that underscores both the scale of its work and the opportunities it has unlocked for deserving students.

A defining moment in Eduzone’s journey came in 2014 when two of the three prestigious Swedish Institute’s (SI) fully funded scholarships awarded to Sri Lankan applicants were secured by Eduzone students. It was a clear validation of the organisation’s credibility, strategic direction and student centred approach.

Eduzone has since continued to build a reputation for excellence, working closely with academic institutions, scholarship bodies and immigration authorities, to ensure a seamless and informed experience for students and their families.

Reflecting on the journey, the Founder and Managing Director of Eduzone Chamalka Alwis Samarasinghe says: “From the inception, we believed that local students deserved access to the same level of global opportunity as their peers around the world. Our goal was not merely to send students overseas but help them thrive once they were there. What we’re celebrating today is 15 years of trust, transformation and shared success.”

The impact of Eduzone’s work also extends to cultural and social dimensions. Today, Finland has emerged as a top destination for Sri Lankan artists and performers – with concerts and community events being hosted regularly. What was once unfamiliar territory has now become a vibrant hub for cultural exchanges and diasporic activity.

This transformation speaks volumes about the depth of integration, a sense of belonging felt by Sri Lankan communities abroad and the role that higher education plays in fostering long-term cross-cultural connections.

Eduzone’s strategic philosophy has always focussed on balancing ambition with responsible planning. While encouraging postgraduate education in Scandinavia, the consultancy continues to advocate for students to complete their undergraduate studies in Sri Lanka when feasible.

This approach, shaped by experience and foresight, offers students a stable academic foundation before taking the leap into international education. It also reflects Eduzone’s commitment to integrity, transparency and long-term student welfare – values that have been central to its operations.

Looking forward, Eduzone remains committed to expanding its institutional partnerships and introducing a wider range of scholarship oriented opportunities for Sri Lankan students.

With the global demand for innovation, sustainability and interdisciplinary knowledge on the rise, the business is actively exploring programme opportunities in fields where Sweden and Finland already lead – such as clean energy, public health, IT and environmental sciences.

Eduzone’s future initiatives will aim to align student potential with these emerging global needs, ensuring that the next generation of Sri Lankan graduates are globally competitive and future ready.

Over the past 15 years, Eduzone has helped redefine the role of education consultancies in the country. At a time when the sector was largely transactional, Eduzone introduced a values driven model focussed on personalised guidance, student empowerment and relationship building. This ethos has helped the company maintain high levels of trust among students and parents, many of whom return years later to refer others or share their success stories.

In celebrating this milestone, Eduzone acknowledges the broader transformation taking place in Sri Lanka’s education landscape. As more students look overseas for advanced degrees, access to accurate information, reliable guidance and ethical consultancy services has never been more critical.

Eduzone’s track record demonstrates how strategic vision, consistency and student centric practices can create far-reaching benefits for individuals, families, communities and the country at large.

The journey from a pioneering idea in 2010 to a nationally recognised leader in Scandinavian education consultancy in 2025 has been one of dedication, resilience and purpose.

And Eduzone’s legacy will continue as a Sri Lankan organisation that helped reimagine the possibilities of global education, redefined norms and built pathways for thousands of young minds seeking their place in the world.

– Compiled by Shirajiv Sirimane
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