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International Education in the Netherlands: Student preferences and motivations

Explore how the Netherlands is adapting to shifts in international education with policy changes, evolving student expectations, and...

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Social Media Masterclass: Attracting International Students to Germany

Learn how German universities can effectively use social media to attract international students, tailored for different academic...

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The Future of Higher Education: Conversation, Communication and Crystal Balls

Highlights and key takeaways from Keystone's Future of Higher Education event in NYC, November 2025.

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How can the H-1B visa change affect international student recruitment?

The United States recently raised the H-1B visa fee to $100,000. How does this affect international students looking to work in the...

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Is OPT becoming a strategic pillar of international recruitment?

U.S. international enrollments drop 7% while OPT participation surges 21%. Why post-study work pathways are reshaping international...

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State of Student Recruitment UK: Opportunities in a Shifting Landscape

A panel of experts gather to discuss the opportunities in UK student recruitment amidst global policy shifts in 2025.

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From Ignored Enquiries to Instant Replies: How Student Expectations Are Reshaping University Communications

Prospective students are ditching email for WhatsApp, video calls, and even phone calls. New data reveals how communication...

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Australia & New Zealand – Change and Opportunity

Explore the international education in Australia and New Zealand, highlighting recent policy changes, shifting trends, and student...

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UK Shortens Graduate Route from January 2027 – Who’s Affected and What Will the Impact Be?

International student behaviour is shifting in response to global policy changes. We've explained what's happening in search.

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EAIE 2025 in Gothenburg: A Summit for Sustainability, Innovation & Collaboration

Discover why today’s students prioritize skill development—especially problem-solving—over prestige in higher education. Explore key...

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Africa as a Growing Study Destination: An In-Depth Look

"Asian Tigers" (South Korea, Hong Kong, Taiwan, and Singapore) are growing in interest from international audiences. Here's how they...

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Used with Caution – How Prospective Students Feel About AI Search

International student behaviour is shifting in response to global policy changes. We've explained what's happening in search.

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Which audiences are turning to the Asian Tigers - and why?

"Asian Tigers" (South Korea, Hong Kong, Taiwan, and Singapore) are growing in interest from international audiences. Here's how they...

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Higher Education News

International Education in the Netherlands: Student preferences and motivations

5 min read

Long recognized as a top destinations for international students, the Netherlands now faces a complex mix of policy shifts, demographic changes, and...

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Social Media Masterclass: Attracting International Students to Germany

12.15.2025

Social Media Masterclass: Attracting International Students to Germany

6 min read

Keystone Education Group

In our recent Social Media Masterclass, we sat down with Stefanie Herta, a social media expert and former international...

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The Future of Higher Education: Conversation, Communication and Crystal Balls

11.28.2025

The Future of Higher Education: Conversation, Communication and Crystal Balls

8 min read

Mark Bennett

Capturing some of the topics and takeaways from Keystone's Future of Higher Education event in New York City.

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How can the H-1B visa change affect international student recruitment?

11.27.2025

How can the H-1B visa change affect international student recruitment?

4 min read

Keystone Education Group

In September of this year, the United States government announced that the H-1B visa fee, which is what employers have...

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11.26.2025

Is OPT becoming a strategic pillar of international recruitment?

7 min read

Danijela Jurjevic

Open Doors 2025 has confirmed what many in higher education have been sensing for some time: the U.S. is entering a...

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State of Student Recruitment UK: Opportunities in a Shifting Landscape

10.28.2025

State of Student Recruitment UK: Opportunities in a Shifting Landscape

9 min read

Keystone Education Group

In a recent Keystone webinar, experts gathered to discuss the the State of Student Recruitment in the UK in 2025. Mark...

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From Ignored Enquiries to Instant Replies: How Student Expectations Are Reshaping University Communications

10.23.2025

From Ignored Enquiries to Instant Replies: How Student Expectations Are Reshaping University Communications

6 min read

Danijela Jurjevic

Remember when responding to a student enquiry within 48 hours was considered excellent service? Those days are gone....

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Australia & New Zealand – Change and Opportunity

10.22.2025

Australia & New Zealand – Change and Opportunity

6 min read

Jack Surtees

International education in Australia and New Zealand has seen rather diverging approaches in recent years. The former...

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UK Shortens Graduate Route from January 2027 – Who’s Affected and What Will the Impact Be?

10.15.2025

UK Shortens Graduate Route from January 2027 – Who’s Affected and What Will the Impact Be?

5 min read

Mark Bennett

First announced in the May white paper, the reduction of the UK’s Graduate Route post-study-work-visa from 24 to 18...

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EAIE 2025 in Gothenburg: A Summit for Sustainability, Innovation & Collaboration

09.03.2025

EAIE 2025 in Gothenburg: A Summit for Sustainability, Innovation & Collaboration

9 min read

Danijela Jurjevic

Get ready! From 9–12 September 2025, the 35th Annual EAIE Conference and Exhibition will bring together over 7,300...

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Africa as a Growing Study Destination: An In-Depth Look

08.28.2025

Africa as a Growing Study Destination: An In-Depth Look

7 min read

Jack Surtees

In a recent appearance on the Keystone Higher Ed Chats Podcast, Amo Kubeyinje – Director of Graduate Admissions &...

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Used with Caution – How Prospective Students Feel About AI Search

08.28.2025

Used with Caution – How Prospective Students Feel About AI Search

4 min read

Mark Bennett

To what extent do prospective students use and trust information generated by AI? And is this now a part of their...

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Which audiences are turning to the Asian Tigers - and why?

08.19.2025

Which audiences are turning to the Asian Tigers - and why?

6 min read

Jack Surtees

Recently we reported on the rise of the “Asian Tigers”. We saw that collective efforts to capitalize on global shifts...

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