New Report: Declining International Student Enrollment and Its Impact on the Nation

Title: Losing Talent: An Economic and Foreign Policy Risk American Can’t Ignore

Source: NAFSA: Association of International Educators

A recent report from NAFSA: Association of International Educators highlights the decline in international student enrollment and how continued declines can impact the economy and foreign relations. NAFSA links these enrollment declines to concerns noted by international students, such as changes in the social and political environment, civil unrest, and delays and denials of visa applications.

The study also notes shifts in enrollment in other countries such as Australia, Canada, and China. The report concludes with recommendations to improve policies that attract and retain international students who graduate from institutions in the United States.

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—Ben Schaap