Best Student Cities

Thinking of studying abroad? Explore the world's most student-friendly locations with the QS Best Student Cities.

The QS Best Student Cities 2025 ranks top study destinations around the world to reveal which cities are the most student-friendly according to several factors, including affordability and desirability.

London has once again been ranked as the world's best city for students, with the UK capital's performance no doubt helped by the fact it's home to some of the world's most prestigious academic institutions, including King's College London and UCL (University College London).

Find out more about how QS compiles rankings by reading our methodology.

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Best Student Cities

2025 Results

Best Student Cities

2025 Results

#1 London
#2 Tokyo
#3 Seoul

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