Abstract
Higher Education contributes significant role in building human capital and overall socio- economic and sustainable development of a country. The present study explored female student�s constraints regarding higher education in Pakistan. Qualitative research design was employed in this study. Data were collected from students of girl�s colleges in district Mardan using semi structured interviews. Data were analyzed using thematic analysis. Finding of the study revealed some key constraints i.e. cultural restrictions, family obligation and cultural barriers in higher education, Gender discrimination and higher education, Marriage a Barrier in Women�s higher education, Lack of universities, Financial needs, Social and cultural barriers. This study recommends that every girl is unique and special and has the right of access to higher education in order to establish a sustainable society.
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