The Economic Benefit of International Students

A new study has indicated that international students are worth as much as £2bn to the UK economy.This is not only through tuition fees, but also their spending on the local economy. Whether this be on student accommodation, cafes, taxis, nightlife or in retail.

The report shows that overseas students are a significant benefit and that students from outside the European Union, who pay higher fees, are worth £102,000 each to the UK economy.

The top 10 areas with biggest economic impact from international students

1. Sheffield Central
2. Newcastle upon Tyne
3. Nottingham South
4. Oxford East
5. Manchester Central
6. Holborn and St Pancras (London)
7. Liverpool, Riverside
8. Cambridge
9. East Ham (London)
10. Birmingham, Ladywood

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