We have been talking about financial strain being a defining challenge for students for years. Students face rising living costs, digital disruption, pressure to be career-ready from day one, and a volatile economy shaped by AI, geopolitics and economic uncertainty.
Recently announced funding changes leading to growing debt burdens, and questions around university sustainability – are piling pressure on learners but also on already stretched student services teams.
So we asked students to tell us how they are feeling, what they are worried about and how risks can be mitigated. Their responses reveal a nuanced picture:
- Fewer than half believe the UK is a good place to build their future.
- 42.8% have considered leaving university due to financial pressures.
- 56.7% are concerned about AI’s impact on their careers.
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Who is Blackbullion?
Blackbullion is the ultimate destination for students to master money management. We’re on a mission to help students develop financial skills and confidence for life. Our products support over 350,000 students to become money smart before, during, and after their studies. We work with more than 75+ universities, colleges and businesses, including Amazon, Nationwide Building Society, and Imperial College London.
