A Vision for More Inclusive Access#
UPI Study was co-founded by Dr. Vikas Kaushal and Manit Kaushal—two educators with a shared mission to expand access to high-quality, accredited education. Dr. Kaushal, with over two decades of experience founding schools and serving on university boards across India, Singapore, and Canada, brought the academic vision. Manit, a graduate of Brown, Harvard, and Purdue—and a teacher-turned-entrepreneur—used his background in tech to build the platform.
As a student in the U.S., Manit realized that AP exams gave him a head start. He graduated early and saved on tuition. But most of his international peers didn’t have the same option. That realization became the foundation of UPI Study: to create a flexible, affordable way for every student to earn U.S. college credits—anytime, from anywhere.
Founder Message and Mission#
My journey into education stems from a multi-generational legacy—my family have been deeply involved in the education sector for four generations. I witnessed firsthand the financial and logistical barriers international students face when trying to access quality education abroad. UPI Study was founded to bridge this gap, offering affordable, transferable college credits that help students save time and money on tuition while securing admission pathways to universities in the U.S. and Canada.
Our mission is ambitious: To save students $1 billion in tuition costs by 2035. So far, we have successfully saved students $16 million in tuition.
Bridging the Education Gap#
UPI Study initially launched in Canada, operating successfully for two years before expanding into the U.S. with a much larger market. To ensure its credibility, the company worked with 118 professors globally to publish nearly 70 textbooks, ultimately securing accreditation in January 2024.
Today, the platform offers 70+ accredited courses recognized by NCCRS and ACE, enabling students to transfer credits to over 2,100 universities in the U.S. and Canada. Students can verify credit transferability by scheduling a free call with Roam's advisors. For added security, students can also receive transcripts through partner universities like Excelsior University, Thomas Edison State University (TESU), and Woodman University. All materials, textbooks, and eBooks are included—there are no additional costs for exams or study materials.
What Makes This Partnership Different#
UPI Study has long offered accredited courses backed by ACE and NCCRS, the same organizations behind AP and IB exams. These accreditations mean that UPI courses are recognized by over 2,100 colleges and universities in the U.S. and Canada.
Previously, students could only buy UPI’s course bundles—12 or 24 credits at a time. While this model saved money, it didn’t always guarantee that every course would transfer. In some cases, students found that only a portion of the credits from a bundle were actually accepted by their school.
Now, through Roam’s exclusive partnership, that’s changed.
Students can now purchase individual UPI courses through Roam—with each course pre-verified for credit transfer by Roam’s senior advising team. No bundles, no risk. Just verified savings.
How It Works - Schedule A Free Call With Our Advisors#
Getting started with Roam + UPI Study is easy.
First, you’ll fill out a quick form to tell us about yourself—your name, your level of study (freshman, sophomore, junior, or senior), and the university you’re attending.
If your college is on our verified list, you’re all set! We’ll schedule a free call where one of our advisors will help you pick the right courses and make sure they’ll transfer.
If your school isn’t listed, don’t worry. We’ll show you how to check if your college accepts credits from ACE or NCCRS accredited courses (like UPI’s). It’s as simple as copy-pasting a question into Perplexity or your school’s website.
Once your school is confirmed and your courses are verified, we’ll send you a payment link to enroll. From there, you can start your course anytime, and Roam will support you all the way—from login to credit transfer.
Transparent Pricing, Real Savings#
Each UPI course through Roam costs $500—a fraction of the cost of the same class at a U.S. college, where 3–4 credit courses often cost $4,000 or more. That means students save over $3,500 per course, with no compromise on quality or recognition.
And thanks to Roam’s verification process, students can be confident that every dollar they spend is toward a course their school will accept.
UPI Study for Undergraduate & Graduate Students#
This partnership is designed for:
- Incoming undergraduates hoping to reduce tuition and skip general electives
- Current college students looking to fast-track graduation with online summer or winter courses
- Graduate applicants from 3-year bachelor’s programs who need to complete a fourth academic year for U.S. eligibility
For grad-bound students especially, the ability to complete 12 U.S.-accredited credits online in just 1–2 months can be a game-changer—often helping them waive standardized tests like the GRE, strengthen their visa profiles, or qualify for scholarships.
Key Benefits for Graduate Applicants:#
- Fast-Track Completion – The additional 12 undergraduate credits complete a four-year degree requirement in just two months.
- Stronger U.S. Academic Credentials – A recent U.S. qualification enhances admission prospects and visa approval rates.
- GRE & GMAT Waivers – Many students using this pathway have successfully waived standardized test requirements, even for Ivy League institutions.
- Increased Scholarship Eligibility – A U.S. qualification can improve consideration for scholarships that would otherwise be unavailable to students with a three-year degree.
- Flexibility for Career & Academic Transitions – This option helps students with study gaps or those shifting fields by demonstrating recent academic achievement.
Through its innovative approach, UPI Study helps international students bridge academic gaps and unlock greater opportunities for higher education in the U.S.
Built-In Support—and a Guarantee#
Roam isn’t just offering a product—it’s offering peace of mind. Every student receives end-to-end guidance via a dedicated WhatsApp group that includes their Roam advisor, their counselor (if applicable), and direct access to the support team. And in the rare event that a verified course doesn’t transfer, students will receive:
- A complimentary CLEP exam in the same subject (if available), or
- A 100% refund, no questions asked
It’s our way of ensuring the trust you place in us is never misplaced.
Looking Ahead#
UPI Study has already helped students save over $16 million in tuition—and with Roam, that number is only growing. Whether you’re hoping to get ahead academically, save on college costs, or strengthen your grad school profile, this partnership opens new doors for international students everywhere.
Ready to save yourself thousands of dollars in tuition and months of time with UPI Study? Schedule a free call with our team today and we’ll help you choose the right courses for your college—and your future!