Exploring overseas education offers numerous opportunities for academic and personal growth, such as enhancing job prospects and language proficiency. Considering these benefits, a recent study has identified the top 10 European cities for studying abroad.
The experts at Moving to Spain have revealed the top 10 best cities for studying abroad, by analysing factors such as the percentage of international students, cost of living, safety, post-graduate visas, google searches and nightlife.
You can view the full findings here:
The top 10 best European cities for studying abroad
|
Rank |
City |
Country |
International Students |
Cost of Domestic Beer, 1 Pint |
Cost of 1 bedroom Apartment in City Centre |
Safety Scores |
Post-Graduate Visa |
Bars and Nightclubs per 100,000 people |
Searches for Universities |
Student Score /10 |
|
1 |
Maastricht |
Netherlands |
56% |
$4.85 |
$1,151 |
80 |
Yes |
16.31 |
24,200 |
7.70 |
|
2 |
Prague |
Czech Republic |
54% |
$2.37 |
$1,068 |
75 |
Yes |
54.22 |
1,440 |
7.60 |
|
3 |
Valencia |
Spain |
50% |
$2.69 |
$887 |
69 |
Yes |
9.83 |
11,430 |
6.99 |
|
4 |
Innsbruck |
Austria |
46% |
$4.63 |
$1,023 |
74 |
Yes |
16.08 |
2,950 |
6.95 |
|
5 |
Logrono |
Spain |
41% |
$2.69 |
$610 |
79 |
Yes |
0 |
6.80 |
|
|
6 |
Madrid |
Spain |
32% |
$2.80 |
$1,066 |
73 |
Yes |
18.37 |
9,590 |
6.76 |
|
7 |
Cluj-Napoca |
Romania |
33% |
$2.18 |
$487 |
77 |
Yes |
11.05 |
280 |
6.74 |
|
8 |
Budapest |
Hungary |
34% |
$2.32 |
$594 |
65 |
Yes |
14.76 |
1,840 |
6.68 |
|
9 |
Barcelona |
Spain |
34% |
$3.23 |
$1,167 |
49 |
Yes |
33.18 |
24,700 |
6.50 |
|
10 |
Munich |
Germany |
36% |
$4.85 |
$1,448 |
80 |
Yes |
10.71 |
10,280 |
6.46 |
The research has revealed:
Maastricht has been named the best city in Europe to study abroad, It’s one of the most popular cities with 24,200 searches for universities last year. Not only are half the students here international, but half of the courses are taught in English. 
Maastricht and Munich have also been named the safest European cities for studying abroad, with safety scores of 80/100. In contrast, Barcelona is perceived as the least safe city, with a score of 49/100. 
Cluj-Napoca has been revealed as the European city with the most affordable accommodation, with the cost of a one-bedroom apartment priced at $487. Following in second and third are Budapest and Logrono with prices of $594 and $610. respectively. 
Conversely, Munich stands out as the most expensive city to reside in, with the cost of renting a one-bedroom apartment averaging $1,448. 
Spain holds the distinction of being the most popular country for studying abroad, with Valencia, Logrono, Madrid and Barcelona all ranking among the top 10.
