Document Type
Poster
Publication Date
4-2025
Keywords
housing, housing crisis, international students, mental health, academic performance, academic success, systemic barriers, housing assistance, tenant protection
Abstract
This study examined the impact of the housing crisis on the mental health and academic performance of international students during the post-COVID-19 era. The research identified the challenges international students face in securing safe, affordable housing and how these challenges affect their overall well-being and academic success. The primary research question explored the extent to which housing insecurity impacts international students' mental health and academic performance. A survey was distributed to 100 international students, with 49 responses collected. Quantitative and qualitative data from the survey were analyzed to identify key trends and themes. The findings revealed that housing insecurity significantly affects mental health, leading to increased stress, anxiety, and depression. These mental health challenges, in turn, negatively impact students’ academic focus and performance. The study also highlighted the role of systemic barriers, such as high rent costs and limited housing options, in exacerbating the housing crisis. The study underscored the need for policy interventions and institutional support to address housing challenges faced by international students. Recommendations include expanding housing assistance programs, improving tenant protections, and providing mental health resources. These findings are relevant to policymakers, educators, and community organizations working to support international students’ success.
Faculty
Faculty of Applied Health & Community Studies (FAHCS)
Program
Bachelor of Social and Community Development
Copyright
© Rawaa Al-Janabi, Marina Azeem, Comfort Omeregie and Nazneen Sahak
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Creative Commons License
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Original Publication Citation
Al-Janabi, R., Azeem, M., Omeregie, C.& Sahak, N. (2025). The impact of the housing crisis on international students in Ontario from 2020- present [Unpublished poster]. Sheridan College.
SOURCE Citation
Al-Janabi, Rawaa; Azeem, Marina; Omeregie, Comfort; and Sahak, Nazneen, "The Impact of the Housing Crisis on International Students in Ontario from 2020- present" (2025). Capstone Research Posters. 63.
https://source.sheridancollege.ca/swfahcs_projects_social_community_development_poster/63
