For many international students, safety isn’t just a preference it’s essential. In the U.S., Boston emerges as one of the safer cities to study in because its universities and city infrastructure are built around layered protections and student support systems.

Universities in Boston maintain 24/7 campus police, emergency call boxes, night escort services, and shuttle support in low-light hours to keep students safe. They also integrate health services, multilingual support, and safety drills into daily life.

Beyond campuses, the city itself ranks around 25th for safety for solo travellers, with walkable, well-lit streets, reliable transit, and strong public infrastructure. Its “layered safety” model ties together preventive policing, built environment design, and responsive support. 

Of course, no city is risk-free, and prospective students should still check neighbourhoods, housing security, and local crime trends. But Boston shows how a city and its institutions can collaborate to reduce friction, let academic energy flourish without fear, and build trust in a foreign land.