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Cyprus Attracts Foreign Students – 'P' Research Maps Higher Education

Published January 11, 2026, 12:17
Cyprus Attracts Foreign Students – 'P' Research Maps Higher Education

Higher education in Cyprus has experienced significant growth in the last decade, with a 77% increase in student population from 2013-2014 to 2022-2023, reaching 47,213 enrollments. This increase is mainly due to the attraction of foreign students, resulting in them outnumbering Cypriots. In 2023-2024, the total number of students reached 48,757. At the same time, there is an increase in higher education institutions from 21 to 59, with private universities playing a significant role in the development of the sector. Distance education has also become a key pillar, while the demographic composition of students shows a growing trend towards specific fields of study.