Manchester is the second-largest city in the United Kingdom and the second-most cheap city in the United Kingdom for students. It is ranked 51st in the world for affordability and 24th overall.

It was formerly a textile powerhouse, and remnants of this may be seen in the still-existing 18th-century canal system in the Castlefield conservation area, as well as the interactive Museum of Science & Industry, in this large north-western metropolis with a significant industrial background. Manchester also has one of the most renowned football stadiums in the world, Old Trafford, which is home to Manchester United.

Students who aspire to study at any of Manchester's globally renowned institutions, including its highest-ranked university, the University of Manchester, which is ranked 29th in the world, may expect to pay roughly US$16,100 in tuition fees each year. According to the University of Manchester's official website, the cost of living is expected to be around US$1,137 per month.

University of Manchester, Manchester Metropolitan University, University of Salford, Alliance Manchester Business School, and Manchester School of Architecture are among the city's top institutions. Accommodation in the city is cheap and affordable, costing roughly £75 per week, and going out to clubs, pubs, and cafés, or getting a cab, is also inexpensive.

Aberdeen, nicknamed the "Granite City" because of its long-standing grey-stone structures and walls, is a port city in northeast Scotland. The Marischal College, a Victorian edifice that has served as the City Council's offices since 2011, is the city's most significant landmark.

Aberdeen is placed 55th in this year's Best Student Cities list, but it is the only UK city in the top 50 for affordability, coming in at 47th.

The city is also one of the most economical for students, with the monthly cost of living estimated to be more than US$3,215 less than in London. It is home to the fifth oldest institution in the UK, the University of Aberdeen (joint 172nd in the world).

Tuition costs at Aberdeen's two globally rated institutions average US$17,900, which is cheaper than most UK universities.

Newcastle is located in the north-eastern part of England, on the River Tyne. It was a significant shipbuilding and industrial center throughout the Industrial Revolution and is currently a center for business, science, and the arts.

Newcastle is ranked 56th in the world for university cities and 54th for affordability. It is home to three globally regarded universities, two of which are in the top 300 in the world (Newcastle University in joint 141st place and Durham University in joint 74th).

Newcastle student life is regularly commended owing to the city's well-known welcoming atmosphere and low living costs. Although school prices are not cheap, averaging US$22,100 per year, the cost of living is 39% lower than in London, with the least attainable rent being 65% lower, according to Expatistan.

Nottingham, affectionately known as the "Queen of the Midlands," is located in the heart of England and is well-known for its iconic association with the mythical tale of Robin Hood. There are lots to see and do here, with the ancient city's famed Nottingham Castle Museum at its apex, as well as the Nottingham Contemporary art gallery.

Nottingham is placed 47th overall and 57th for affordability, according to this year's rating.

Nottingham is home to two internationally ranked institutions; the University of Nottingham is the most noteworthy, ranked joint 82nd in the world. Tuition fees for undergraduate students average just US$18,900 per year across both ranked universities, which is cheaper than all the universities listed so far. Additionally, the Telegraph recently named the University of Nottingham as the second-cheapest institution for studying in the UK, with an average total weekly spend of approximately US$235 (about US$940 monthly).

Coventry is a picturesque medieval city in England's West Midlands that was originally part of Warwickshire. It is the second biggest city in its region (after Birmingham), the ninth largest city in England, and the 12th largest city in the United Kingdom.

In the top student cities index, Coventry scores 71st for affordability and 44th overall. It is home to two globally rated universities, one of which is the University of Warwick, which is ranked 54th in the world. Tuition prices for overseas students aren't the cheapest in the world, costing an average of US$24,300 each year.

As the cost of living, Warwick University’s official page calculates this year’s on-campus accommodations to cost between US$98 and US$235 per week, depending on the hall of residence and your let length. As is the case with most student accommodations, rent at Warwick University includes heating, gas and electricity, water, a high-speed internet connection, basic cleaning, and basic contents insurance.

Glasgow, Scotland's port city, is famed for its classical art nouveau architecture and a wealthy legacy that lays claim to its commerce and shipbuilding past in the 19th and early 20th centuries. Glasgow is now a cultural mecca, home to some of the most renowned museums and arts organizations in Scotland, including the Scottish Opera, Scottish Ballet, and National Theatre of Scotland.

Glasgow is ranked 59th for affordability and 43rd overall, and it is also home to two universities listed among the world's top 300, the highest-ranked of which being the University of Glasgow (joint 69th).

Tuition costs at both of the city's rated institutions average US$23,800 per year, although Glasgow's overall cost of living is only marginally lower than that of Edinburgh (eight percent, according to Expatistan). Glasgow is 38% less expensive than London, with rent costing more than half what it costs in the metropolis (56 percent).

Birmingham, England's largest city in the West Midlands region, is a major economic centre with some remarkable 18th century buildings that proudly mirror its vital historic role throughout the Industrial Revolution.

It is the 51st finest student city in the world, as well as the 64th most cheap. Birmingham is home to two of the world's most prestigious universities, the University of Birmingham (ranked joint 79th) and Aston University, with average international fees of roughly US$21,400 per year at each.

According to Numbeo, the overall cost of living index in Birmingham is over 22 percent cheaper than in London.

Edinburgh, Scotland's gorgeous highland city, was the filming location for many of the iconic Harry Potter films, and is famed for its green, scenic scenery, old medieval castles, and Georgian architecture. In this year's list, it is the 16th greatest student city in the world and the 66th most inexpensive.

Scotland's capital is home to one of the world's most famous universities - the University of Edinburgh, which is presently rated 18th in the world – and three other globally ranked schools, with tuition costs for overseas students averaging US$28,000 per year.

Rent in Edinburgh is about 51% less than in London (as calculated by Numbeo), and foreign candidates for 2018-19 are expected to spend a minimum living cost (including rent) of around US$891 per month, according to the University of Edinburgh's official website.

Brighton, a well-loved coastal resort only an hour's train journey from London, is famous for its laidback and sunny temperament. It is ranked 92nd overall and 80th for affordability.

Rent costs in the coastal resort are nearly 62 percent cheaper than in London, according to Numbeo. Overall, the monthly cost of living is around $1,400 lower (including rent).

Brighton has two globally renowned institutions, the highest-ranked of which is the University of Sussex, which is presently ranked 227th in the world. Tuition rates are not significantly lower than in London, with undergraduates anticipated to spend roughly US$20,600 per year.

London is the world's number one city for students overall, but it's also the 82nd most affordable.

London, a historic city with some of the world's most recognizable structures and sites, tourist attractions, and cultural variety, is not known for being the most affordable place to live or study in.

According to Numbeo, a single person's monthly cost of living averages US$1,005 without rent, therefore students who choose to study in England's capital city may expect to pay up to US$21,200 per year in tuition fees. However, living in London is far less expensive than living in competing metropolitan areas such as New York, where rent is over 32% higher.

According to the QS World University Rankings 2019, London has 17 globally rated institutions, with its highest-ranked institution, UCL (University College London), ranking 10th in the world.

Leicester is regarded as one of the cheapest cities for students to reside in the UK, with accommodation rentals not being too expensive, and foreign students able to find suitable places to live for as little as £83 per week. It is especially regarded for its low-cost transportation, with a student pass available for as little as £29. Other living expenditures, such as meals, gym memberships, and entertainment, are also affordable for students on a tight budget. Some of the top-ranked UK institutions are located here, including the University of Leicester and De Montfort University.