Students from all over the world go to study abroad at some of the top universities in the world and are in search of best student cities in the world. The number of international students studying abroad increased to over 6.4 million in 2022, more than four times the 1.6 million that were enrolled in 2000. While deciding on a university, the city in which the university is located plays a very important role, due to the cost of living, culture and the career opportunities available in that city. QS Best Student Cities Ranking 2024 shows us a clear picture of the 10 best student cities in the world to study abroad.
The QS Best Student Cities in the world ranking offers a summary of the best student cities in the world to live and study worldwide at the top universities in the world, taking into account a number of criteria like affordability, desirability, and the opinions of existing students. According to the QS Best Student Cities rankings of 2024 London tops the list followed by Tokyo and Seoul.
10 Best Student Cities in the World
Following are the 10 Best Student Cities in the World according the QS Best Student Cities rankings of 2024:
| QS Ranking 2024 | City | Top Universities |
|---|---|---|
| #1 | London | Imperial College London | University College London (UCL) |
| #2 | Tokyo | University of Tokyo | Tokyo Institute of Technology |
| #3 | Seoul | Seoul National University | Yonsei University |
| #4 | Melbourne | University of Melbourne | Monash University |
| #5 | Munich | Technical University of Munich | Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München |
| #6 | Paris | Université PSL | Sorbonne University |
| #7 | Sydney | University of Sydney | University of New South Wales (UNSW) |
| #8 | Berlin | Freie University of Berlin | Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin |
| #8 | Zurich | ETH Zurich (Swiss Federal Institute of Technology) | University of Zurich (UZH) |
| #10 | Boston | Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) | Harvard University |
London
London has been ranked as the best student city in the world for another year in the QS Best Cities Ranking 2024. London has by far the most universities of any UK city, with three of these making it into the top 50 globally.
London is home to a huge 18 universities featured in the QS World University Rankings 2024. The top universities in London include Imperial College London in sixth place, and University College London (UCL) in ninth.
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Number of universities ranked by QS | 18 |
| Top Universities | Imperial College London | University College London (UCL) |
| Average Tuition Fees | USD 24,400 |
| Desirability rank | 20th |
| Employer Activity rank | 8th |
Tokyo
Tokyo is one of the world’s most populous urban areas. Tokyo is the best student city in Asia in the QS Best Student Cities 2024 ranking, ranked second overall behind London. Japan has a high standard of living, which is presumably one of the factors contributing to Tokyo's continued ascent to the top of the popularity rankings.
Tokyo ranked joint 78th in the world for affordability. While it's not one of the cheapest study destinations on a global level. The top universities in Tokyo includes universities like University of Tokyo ranking on #28 and Tokyo Institute of Technology ranking on #91.
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Number of universities ranked by QS | 18 |
| Top Universities | University of Tokyo | Tokyo Institute of Technology |
| Average Tuition Fees | USD 8,600 |
| Desirability rank | 10th |
| Employer Activity rank | 4th |
Seoul
Life is never dull in Seoul since the city is always bustling. Seoul never sleeps with the sounds of street vendors, the ambiance of all-night tea shops or gaming centers. Seoul is a high-tech hotspot for innovation, home to over a dozen Fortune Global 500 companies. Technology companies are concentrated in two main areas, Gangnam and Digital Media City.
The amazing fact that no fewer than 20 Seoul universities are included in the QS World University Rankings 2024—of which Seoul National University is ranked highest, at 41st in the world—also contributes to the city's success in the rankings indication.
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Number of universities ranked by QS | 20 |
| Top Universities | Seoul National University | Yonsei University |
| Average Tuition Fees | USD 6,300 |
| Desirability rank | 39th |
| Employer Activity rank | 9th |
Melbourne
Melbourne is ranked 4th on the QS Best Student Cities ranking 2024. Melbourne is home to almost 94,000 international students from all over the world, making it one of the most varied cities in Australia. In addition, almost 40% of Melbourne's population is foreign-born.
The top universities in Melbourne are University of Melbourne, Monash University, RMIT among other universities. Recognised as the cultural hub of Australia, Melbourne consistently ranks among the world's most livable cities and offers all the amenities that contribute to the allure of the Australian way of life, such as stunning beaches, vibrant nightlife, and plenty of sunny days.
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Number of universities ranked by QS | 7 |
| Top Universities | University of Melbourne | Monash University |
| Average Tuition Fees | USD 29,400 |
| Desirability rank | 5th |
| Employer Activity rank | 20th |
Munich
Munich's outstanding achievement was undoubtedly aided by its ranking in the areas of employer activity, affordability, and desirability. These factors are likely a result of Munich's cheaper costs when compared to other European centres, as well as its quality of life, ease of transportation, nightlife, and Bavarian hospitality.
Furthermore, most public universities in Germany do not charge tuition for undergraduate students, regardless of nationality. The fifth best city in the world for students scored well across all areas, although it has dropped for this year's affordability indicator.
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Number of universities ranked by QS | 2 |
| Top Universities | Technical University of Munich | Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München |
| Average Tuition Fees | USD 300 |
| Desirability rank | 12th |
| Employer Activity rank | 19th |
Paris
The French city is firmly positioned among the top 10 of QS Best Student Cities for this year. Nine of Paris's institutions are listed in the QS World University Rankings this year, which contributes significantly to the city's consistently good performance in the QS Best Student Cities Ranking. Placing seventh in the employer activity indicator this year, Paris’s graduates are highly respected by employers.
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Number of universities ranked by QS | 9 |
| Top Universities | Université PSL | Sorbonne University |
| Average Tuition Fees | USD 2,400 |
| Desirability rank | 15th |
| Employer Activity rank | 7th |
Sydney
Sydney is ranked 7th on the QS Best Student Cities ranking 2024. Sydney comes just one spot behind Melbourne for the student mix indicator, thanks to its large, diverse and inclusive student community. Sydney also ranks 27th worldwide for employer activity, highlighting the excellent reputation of its graduates.
The top universities in Sydney include universities like University of Sydney, University of New SOuth Wales (UNSW), University of Technology Sydney among other universities.
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Number of universities ranked by QS | 5 |
| Top Universities | University of Sydney | University of New South Wales (UNSW) |
| Average Tuition Fees | USD 29,000 |
| Desirability rank | 3rd |
| Employer Activity rank | 27th |
Berlin
Germany has been becoming more and more popular as a study abroad destination; its city, Berlin, ranks among the top 10 in this year's QS Best Student Cities 2024 rankings.
Three of Berlin's universities feature in the most recent QS World Universities, including Freie Universitäet Berlin in 98th globally. This year, Berlin earns its highest score in the student view indicator, ranking in first place.
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Number of universities ranked by QS | 3 |
| Top Universities | Freie University of Berlin | Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin |
| Average Tuition Fees | USD 500 |
| Desirability rank | 11th |
| Employer Activity rank | 23th |
Zurich
Zurich is ranked 8th on the QS Best Student Cities ranking 2024, sharing the spot with Berlin. Zurich earns a top five score in the desirability indicator this year, ranking second globally. Currently ranked seventh in the world, ETH Zurich (Swiss Federal Institute of Technology) is the highest-ranked university in continental Europe – and the best performing university from outside the US and UK.
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Number of universities ranked by QS | 2 |
| Top Universities | ETH Zurich (Swiss Federal Institute of Technology) | University of Zurich (UZH) |
| Average Tuition Fees | USD 2,100 |
| Desirability rank | 2nd |
| Employer Activity rank | 32nd |
Boston
Ranked 10th in the world, Boston is the top student city in the US, ahead of New York City. As expected, the city's affordability score is the lowest, with annual tuition at prestigious US universities surpassing USD 59,000.
Boston has eight universities featured in the QS Best Student Cities ranking this year. The top universities in Boston include universities like MIT, Harvard University, Boston University among others.
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Number of universities ranked by QS | 8 |
| Top Universities | Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) | Harvard University |
| Average Tuition Fees | USD 59,000 |
| Desirability rank | 33rd |
| Employer Activity rank | 3rd |
These top 10 best student cities in the world attract a lot of international students from all over the world and provide top notch education at top universities. Sydney, Tokyo, Seoul, and Zurich are among this year's top ten cities; nonetheless, London is at the top once again. The UK city, historically a student favourite, is home to some of the most famous academic institutions in the world, such as King's College London and UCL (University College London).
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