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Inside Higher Ed | Higher Education News, Events and Jobs
1 week ago
Education

Career advice specifically for international grad students (opinion)

International graduate students face challenges in job hunting while offering diverse skills. Cultural adaptation and support are crucial for their success. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago
Education

Rishi Sunak faces cabinet backlash over plans to curb foreign student visas

The UK government faces a cabinet revolt over potentially ending the graduate visa scheme for overseas students. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago
UK news

UK universities report drop in international students amid visa doubts

A decline in international student applications to the UK due to visa uncertainties threatens the pipeline of talent for the country's creative industries. [ more ]
Truthout
3 weeks ago
Education

Rubio Calls for Deportation of International Students Over Pro-Palestine Campus Protests

International students facing deportation by Sen. Marco Rubio for participating in pro-Palestine protests in the U.S. [ more ]
www.cbc.ca
3 weeks ago
Education

How Canada's recruitment of foreign students failed to match labour market needs | CBC News

Canada's recruitment of international students focuses on business programs, neglecting the demand for health care and skilled trades workers. [ more ]
www.cbc.ca
1 month ago
Education

International students will be allowed to work 24 hours a week starting in September | CBC News

International students in Canada will have a 24-hour per week off-campus work limit starting September to balance labor needs and study purposes. [ more ]
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www.cbc.ca
5 months ago
Canada news

Federal government hikes income requirement for foreign students, targets 'puppy mill' schools | CBC News

Canada will require foreigners applying to study in the country to have double the amount of funds currently required.
The new rules aim to prevent international students from being exploited by sketchy employers and fraudulent schools. [ more ]
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East Asia Forum
5 months ago
Education

Higher education and higher rankings | East Asia Forum

Australian universities are increasingly dependent on international students for funding, particularly from Asia.
The latest rankings show mixed results for Australian universities, with some institutions declining while others rise in the rankings. [ more ]
www.cbc.ca
6 months ago
Education

End post-secondary tuition freeze, Ontario expert panel urges | CBC News

Ontario should end the post-secondary tuition freeze and increase per-student funding to universities and colleges.
The freeze on tuition has forced institutions to rely more on international student tuition.
The Council of Ontario Universities has stated that institutions in Ontario receive the lowest amount of operating grant funding per student compared to other provinces. [ more ]
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www.cbc.ca
6 months ago
Education

International students, advocates say Canada should permanently lift 20-hour work cap | CBC News

International students in Canada are advocating for the removal of the cap on hours they can work off campus.
The temporary pilot program that allowed students to work up to 40 hours per week will end this year.
Students are facing financial difficulties due to rising tuition costs and inflation. [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
6 months ago
Education

Universities trapped in triangle of sadness', says vice-chancellor

British universities may suffer a decline in quality due to funding pressures, affecting students
Recruiting more international students is seen as a solution to offset frozen undergraduate tuition fees
The current situation puts UK students and international students in opposition, risking the decline of the entire system [ more ]
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Axios
6 months ago
Education

Indian students fuel international enrollment at American colleges

International students from India increased by 35% last year.
Demand from India is offsetting the decline in Chinese students.
Total international student enrollment in the U.S. grew by 12%.
Graduate student enrollments reached an all-time high.
International students contributed $38 billion to the U.S. economy. [ more ]
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www.theguardian.com
6 months ago
Education

Dutch universities slam ridiculous' proposal to cap foreign students

Dutch universities criticize politician for suggesting there are too many international students
Universities argue that English-speaking students are vital for the Dutch economy
Concerns about internationalization in education have increased in the Netherlands [ more ]
Los Angeles Times
6 months ago
Education

Enrollment of international students rebounds from pandemic plunge as California stays No. 1

Enrollment of international students at U.S. colleges and universities has rebounded at the fastest rate in four decades.
California remains the top destination for international students, with USC and University of California campuses being the top choices.
The recovery of international student enrollment is seen as a relief to education and government officials. [ more ]
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Independent.ie
6 months ago
Education

Rental ad mentioned looking for 'open-minded woman' to share a room - students tell of sex-for-rent ads, scams and high rents

The Irish Council for International Students (ICOS) warns that Ireland's housing crisis is negatively impacting its reputation as a study destination.
13% of international students surveyed in Ireland reported being a victim of an accommodation scam.
5% of international students encountered proposed "sex-for-rent" arrangements while looking for accommodation. [ more ]
Washington Post
6 months ago
Education

With surge from India, international students flock to United States

Record numbers of international students are enrolling in U.S. colleges and universities, with a significant increase from India and other South Asian countries.
The total number of international students in the U.S. reached over 1 million for the 2022-23 school year, the largest growth rate in over 40 years.
Many Indian students are pursuing master's degrees and are choosing to study in states like Texas, New York, California, Massachusetts, and Illinois. [ more ]
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