India Surpasses China as the Largest Source of International Students in Germany
In a notable development in global education dynamics, India has recently overtaken China to become the largest source of international students in Germany. This trend is underscored by the data released by the German Embassy in New Delhi, revealing that there were 42,578 Indian students in Germany in 2023. This figure represents a doubling of Indian student numbers over the past five years, highlighting a significant shift towards Germany as a favored educational destination among Indian students. At a recent press event held by the German National Tourist Office and the German Embassy in India, Georg Enzweiler, Deputy Head of Mission, elaborated on the reasons behind this shift. He noted the critical factors of cost-effectiveness and the high quality of education provided at German public universities. The fact that these institutions offer tuition-free education, largely funded by German taxpayers, places Germany as a highly attractive option for foreign students. Moreover, Enzweile...
