In comparison, Australia showed no marked disparity over the period. The figure of Australia remained constant at roughly 10,000 students from 2002 to 2007.
Overall, it is discernible that the three countries witnessed distinct trends during this period, with the US showing a marginal rise albeit some fluctuation, the UK experiencing a considerable decline, and Australia remained unchanged. Throughout the timeframe, while America students recorded the largest number, Australia ones had lowest figure.
Regarding the nation with the highest figure, in 2002, approximately 49,000 US students were studying overseas. This figure, subsequently, represented a slight drop to around 46,000 students in 2004 before rising to about 50,000 students by 2007. In terms of the second position, the UK started at around 30,000 students in 2002 and stayed the same in the following year (2003). After that, the number consistently declined, with around 28,000 students in 2004 and ultimately leveled off at approximately 22,000 students by 2007.
In comparison, Australia showed no marked disparity over the period. The figure for Australia remained relatively stable at roughly 10,000 students from 2002 to 2007.
