Higher tuition fees deter students from UK universities

British universities have long been the popular choice for Lithuanian students. However, the looming Brexit and upcoming funding changes may adjust the higher education trends, write Mindaugas Jackevicius, Aida Murauskaite and Ronaldas Galinis for LRT.

Having left the European Union this year, the British government recently announced that, as of 2021, EU nationals will no longer be able to study in England's universities under the same terms enjoyed by home students. Scotland soon followed suit, announcing that it was with a “heavy heart” ending free university tuition for EU students.

Some 1,500 Lithuanian undergraduate students are planning to enrol at British universities this year, says education consultant Aleksandr Feldmanas, the head of Study Plan International. That is about 20% fewer than last year. Those starting their studies this autumn will still be treated as home students until the end of their studies. As of 2021, however, EU students will be charged international tuition fees – ranging from £10,000 (US$12,600) to £40,000 (US$50,300) a year – and will not be entitled to government-provided student loans.
Full report on the LRT site