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Impacts of the COVID-19 Pandemic on Life of Higher Education Students: A Global Perspective

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Global Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic on Higher Education Students: Personal Circumstances

During the pandemic lockdown, 42.6% of higher education students felt worried about their future career, and 40.2% worried over issues with studying. However, only 22.1% felt concerned about traveling abroad, and 21.6% worried about their physical health.
Students from South America reported being most concerned about their future education (49.1%), their families and relationships (47%), study issues (46.6%), their mental health (43.2%), and concern about a possible future COVID crisis or pandemic (42.6%)
Students from Africa reported the greatest concern for their future careers (55.7%), finances (50.8%), and abroad travel (30.1%).
Students from Europe were most concerned about their leisure activities (sports, socializing, parties, etc.) (32.1%).
The reports from students in Asia, North America, and Oceania did not show the greatest amount of concern for any category.
As compared to men, females reported greater concern relating to their career, studying, and future education. In addition, while part time students reported greater concern over personal finances, full time students were more worried about issues relating to studying. Students getting their undergraduate education worried the most about their educational future. Students who could not cover their studying costs prior to the pandemic experienced concern over numerous personal circumstances. Additionally, students who lost their job because of the pandemic felt the greatest concern over their future career, finances, and education.