People travel abroad for a number of reasons. Education is one of the most common reasons for a student to move from his or her home country to another place. While every country has a number of colleges and welcomes international students, some places are more popular than others. Let’s take a look at the best university cities of 2018.
Best University Cities Of 2018
London
Some of the most renowned universities of London include the London School of Economics and Political Science, Imperial College London, Queen Mary University of London, King’s College London, University of London, Royal Holloway and UCL.
London may be an expensive city to live in but is very popular with international students because of the career opportunities available and unique London culture. According to one study, international students make up 41% of London’s student population.
Boston Cambridge
As the names indicate, the prestigious Boston University is one of the 6 universities that make this city popular with international students. Other renowned colleges here include Harvard University, University of Massachusetts, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Tufts University and Northeastern University.
Most universities offer affordable housing in terms of dormitories and apartments for rent. Along with the universities, the city also has a number of libraries, museums and other such educational yet entertaining facilities.
Munich
There is no surprise that Munich has found its way to the list of best university cities of 2018. Germany offers a number of great colleges and universities for undergraduate and postgraduate studies. One of the reasons for Germany’s popularity with students is the low tuition fee. Many state universities do not charge undergraduate students a tuition fee at all. Living costs in this city are also reasonable.
Berlin
Berlin is another popular German city for higher education. The Charité – Universitätsmedizin Berlin, Humboldt University of Berlin, Free University of Berlin and Technical University of Berlin are included in the list of the top 200 universities in the world. Like Munich, it offers free or nominal tuition fee for undergraduate studies in public universities.
Berlin also boasts of being a booming tech center and major economic center. For students, this translates into internship opportunities that could later be converted into full-time jobs. Berlin is one of the most affordable student cities in the world.
Paris
Paris is not only the city of romance. It is also a great place to study. Paris is where a number of prestigious educational institutions such as École Polytechnique, Paris-Sorbonne University – Paris 4, Paris Sciences et Lettres – PSL Research University Paris, Marie Curie University, and Paris-Sud University, Pierre are located.
These universities offer a number of courses in science, technology, liberal arts and medicine. Paris also offers students exposure to intellectuals as well as artists.
Hong Kong
Hong Kong welcomes international students for exchange programs, undergraduate and postgraduate programs and research. Hong Kong is home to the highest ranked Asian university as well as a few universities that find themselves being in the list of the world’s top 50 universities.
This includes the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology, Chinese University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong Polytechnic University, City University of Hong Kong and the University of Hong Kong. Hong Kong is a cosmopolitan city that also offers many avenues for employment after graduation. Entrance visas to Hong Kong have also been relaxed in the last few years.
Stockholm
Stockholm is known as a country that promotes tolerance, equality and openness. Some of the most well-known universities in Stockholm are the KTH Royal Institute of Technology, Karolinska Institute and Stockholm University. International students from other parts of the EU do not have to pay tuition fees in Stockholm but the city does have a high cost of living.
Stockholm also offers a number of research facilities and unique one-of-a-kind programs. For example, the Stockholm University offers a Fashion Studies Master’s degree and an advanced degree in Literature with a Specialization in Lusophone Literature.
New York
New York is considered the signpost for the American Dream. This city has a long history of welcoming academicians and international students. It is one of the only American states to have multiple Ivy League schools. Admission is most sought after to universities like the New York University, Rutgers, Columbia University and the State University of New Jersey.
There are a number of other public and private institutions that international students can choose from as well. New York also offers students many different internship and career opportunities. The City that Never Sleeps has indeed made its way to the list of best university cities of 2018 and it should be good news for every student.
Melbourne
Students account for almost 5% of the population in Melbourne. One-third of these students are international students from all over the world. Melbourne is a popular student destination not only because it boasts of some of the best universities but also for the experience and career options it offers students. The Monash University and the University of Melbourne are two of the most popular universities with international students.
Montreal
The number of international students enrolled in Canadian universities in 2013-14 was almost double that of 2003-04. This goes to prove Canada’s growing popularity as a student-friendly city. Two of the most well-known universities in Montreal are the McGill University and the University of Montreal. Both tuition costs and living costs are low in Canada as compared to other cities.
Canada also offers an easy visa process for students and a number of employment opportunities after graduation. Montreal has a diverse student population that ensures that students from all over the world feel welcome. There is also a lot of focus on art and cultural experiences. There is a study increase in international students in Canada and it is no surprise that the city has made to the best university cities of 2018 list.
Los Angeles
Four universities from the list of top 200 universities in the world are located in Los Angeles. These are the California Institute of Technology, University of California, Los Angeles, University of California, Irvine and the University of Southern California. For arts and theatre students Los Angeles offers some of the best courses in the world. This is also the most preferred student destination for film studies.
Sydney
Sydney is another Australian city popular with international students. The University of Sydney and New South Wales are located here. Sydney offers students a balance of academic life, cultural experience, and the laid-back Australian lifestyle. International students can also benefit from the numerous English programs available here.
Last but not least, the Australian student visa allows international students to work part-time for up to 40 hours a week.
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