Student Mental Health Research UK 2025

Cibyl and Accenture, supported by Student Minds, are conducting the UK’s largest study into university student and graduate mental health.

Based on responses from 6,685 students and recent graduates across 140+ universities, the research explores how academic pressure, finances, social life and career uncertainty shape mental health outcomes.

This year’s findings highlight both scale and urgency. More than half of respondents (55%) said they have experienced mental health difficulties at some point in their lives, with 29% experiencing them at the time of the survey. Financial stress remains a dominant driver, with 64% worrying about money daily or weekly.

Yet there are signs of progress. Awareness of where to seek help continues to rise, with 74% saying they now know where to go for support.

Now in its fifth year, the research provides a vital evidence base for universities and employers. Its message is clear: sustained, proactive support is essential if students and graduates are to thrive academically, socially and professionally.