The University of Lincoln: international student trends
Non-UK enrolment, international share, and the top countries of domicile for students at The University of Lincoln. Source: HESA/Jisc, 2024/25 release. Part of our UK international student statistics.
The University of Lincoln enrolled 4,015 international students in 2024/25, making up 20.5% of the student body (up 238.8% over five years).
International enrolment over time
| Year | International students | Total students | International share |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014/15 | 1,700 | 13,265 | 12.8% |
| 2015/16 | 1,405 | 13,475 | 10.4% |
| 2016/17 | 1,310 | 14,105 | 9.3% |
| 2017/18 | 1,200 | 14,970 | 8% |
| 2018/19 | 1,075 | 15,875 | 6.8% |
| 2019/20 | 1,185 | 16,425 | 7.2% |
| 2020/21 | 1,285 | 17,565 | 7.3% |
| 2021/22 | 2,310 | 17,975 | 12.9% |
| 2022/23 | 3,435 | 19,710 | 17.4% |
| 2023/24 | 4,365 | 20,185 | 21.6% |
| 2024/25 | 4,015 | 19,560 | 20.5% |
Top countries of domicile
| Country | Latest students | Change |
|---|---|---|
| India | 1,400 | +5500% |
| Pakistan | 980 | +9700% |
| Nigeria | 890 | +1171% |
| Vietnam | 95 | +217% |
| China | 90 | -89% |
| Ghana | 50 | +233% |
Methodology & attribution
Source: HESA/Jisc (hesa.ac.uk). International = non-UK country of domicile. Figures aggregated from country-of-domicile rows and rounded by HESA to the nearest 5, so small counts are approximate. 2024/25 release.
Frequently asked questions
How many international students does The University of Lincoln have?
HESA/Jisc data (2024/25 release) shows The University of Lincoln enrolled 4,015 international (non-UK domiciled) students in 2024/25. The table above shows the year-by-year trend.
What share of The University of Lincoln's students are international?
International students made up 20.5% of the student body at The University of Lincoln in the latest HESA release, up from earlier years shown in the chart above.
Is international enrolment at The University of Lincoln growing?
International enrolment at The University of Lincoln has grown by 238.8% over the five-year period covered by the latest HESA data.
Which countries do most of The University of Lincoln's international students come from?
India is the largest source country for international students at The University of Lincoln, per HESA/Jisc country-of-domicile data. The table above lists the top source countries and how they've changed.
Can international graduates from The University of Lincoln work in the UK after finishing?
Yes. Graduates of any UK university that holds a Student-sponsor licence, including The University of Lincoln, can apply for the Graduate visa (2 years for bachelor's/master's, 3 years for PhD) without needing a job offer. To stay longer, a graduate typically switches to the Skilled Worker route with a sponsoring employer.
When is HESA international enrolment data refreshed?
HESA/Jisc publishes "Where students study" data once a year. We refresh this page from the new release shortly after it's published.