Aurobindo Saxena

Market Intelligence Report | January 2026

Georgia Student Housing (PBSA) Market Report 2026

Q: What is student housing consulting?

Student housing consulting helps developers, investors, and universities plan, design, and operate purpose-built student accommodation (PBSA). RAYSolute provides feasibility studies, market demand analysis, operator selection, and yield optimisation for student housing projects.

Q: How large is the student housing market?

Global purpose-built student accommodation (PBSA) is a USD 200 billion+ asset class growing at 5 to 8% annually. Demand is driven by rising international student enrolment, urbanisation of universities, and a chronic shortage of quality off-campus housing.

Q: How long does a student housing feasibility study take?

A RAYSolute student housing feasibility study typically takes 6 to 10 weeks, covering demand analysis, competitive benchmarking, financial modelling, and site assessment. Express desk-reports are available in 3 weeks.

Q: Does RAYSolute work with international student housing markets?

Yes. RAYSolute advises on student housing markets across the UK, Australia, Canada, USA, Germany, UAE, India, and Southeast Asia, delivering localised demand studies and regulatory guidance for each market.

Medical Education Hub: 15,093 Indian Students (64% Market Share), $52M Market, High Concentration Risk

15,093Indian Students

$52MAnnual Market

18%YoY Growth

3.8Maturity Index

Market Overview

Key Performance Indicators

India dominates with 64% of 25,000 international students, High concentration risk

Critical Risk: Single Source Dependency

India represents 64% of all international students and 95% of Indian students pursue MBBS. Any NMC policy change could severely impact the entire market.

High-yield emerging market with 10-15% returns, but significant concentration risk. Best suited for local investors or those with high risk tolerance. First-mover advantage available but must hedge NMC dependency.

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