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What Do International Students Want? U.S. Universities Confront a New Reality

Discover the evolving needs of international students and how US universities are adapting to meet these demands in a new educational...

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‘We don’t get to opt out’: Global higher education must confront seismic challenges, says NAFSA CEO

At a recent Keystone event, NAFSA CEO urges global higher education to prioritise internationalisation, emphasising its role in...

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International Education in the USA: The Questions We Need to Ask

Ahead of our event in Boston, we explore the impact of Trump's policies on international education in the USA and how schools can...

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How to Improve the Student Journey in 2025

Discover how universities can enhance the student journey in 2025 by adapting to emerging trends, addressing financial concerns, and...

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Accommodation: A Key Concern for International Students

Explore the challenges and solutions related to accommodation. Read tips on how to make the process of finding accommodation for...

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Back to Basics: Building an International Student Recruitment Plan

Learn how to build an international student recruitment plan by understanding their needs, showcasing your university’s strengths, and...

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International student recruitment trends: What's next for 2025?

Explore the latest trends in international student recruitment and discover what to expect in 2025. Stay ahead with insights on global...

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Supporting student-athletes: 5 ways universities can help improve well-being

Discover how universities can support the mental health and well-being of student-athletes with practical strategies and resources to...

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Driving Student Enrollment With 2025 Recruitment Tactics

Learn how to attract more international students in 2025. Universities should refine strategies, use digital platforms, host events,...

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How to Use Emojis in Email Marketing

Learn how to use emojis effectively in email marketing for universities. Discover how to engage students while maintaining...

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Strategies for International Student Recruitment in Community Colleges

Discover effective strategies to attract international students to your community college, from optimizing your website to building...

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How Trump’s re-election is shaping international study trends

New polling has shown a decline in international student interest in studying in the USA in the days following Trump's re-election,...

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Navigating Postgraduate Trends: January 2025 Insights

Explore the rise of January 2025 postgraduate entries, global audience trends, and key policy changes affecting international...

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Higher Education News

What Do International Students Want? U.S. Universities Confront a New Reality

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As international student mobility continues to grow worldwide, US universities find themselves grappling with a new challenge: maintaining relevance,...

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‘We don’t get to opt out’: Global higher education must confront seismic challenges, says NAFSA CEO

04.14.2025

‘We don’t get to opt out’: Global higher education must confront seismic challenges, says NAFSA CEO

4 min read

Keystone Education Group

In an era marked by geopolitical tensions and policy uncertainty in the US, the global higher education sector stands...

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International Education in the USA: The Questions We Need to Ask

03.21.2025

International Education in the USA: The Questions We Need to Ask

4 min read

Mark Bennett

Coming up with simple answers to the potential impact of Donald Trump’s policy changes on the USA as a global study...

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How to Improve the Student Journey in 2025

03.14.2025

How to Improve the Student Journey in 2025

4 min read

Thaís Roberto

A lot changed for higher education in 2024. Amidst political turmoil and immigration changes in top destinations,...

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Accommodation: A Key Concern for International Students

03.07.2025

Accommodation: A Key Concern for International Students

8 min read

Danijela Jurjevic

The student-housing crisis is well documented across Europe – but how aware are students of the problem? And what...

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Back to Basics: Building an International Student Recruitment Plan

02.11.2025

Back to Basics: Building an International Student Recruitment Plan

4 min read

Thaís Roberto

Recruiting international students isn’t exclusive to big-name universities at the top of global rankings. As it becomes...

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International student recruitment trends: What's next for 2025?

02.07.2025

International student recruitment trends: What's next for 2025?

7 min read

Mark Bennett

2024 was an almost unprecedented year for international student recruitment – and, based on January, 2025 already looks...

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02.03.2025

Supporting student-athletes: 5 ways universities can help improve well-being

4 min read

Immie Cowper

Student athletes often face more pressure than the rest of the student body - juggling both academic and sporting...

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Driving Student Enrollment With 2025 Recruitment Tactics

01.30.2025

Driving Student Enrollment With 2025 Recruitment Tactics

4 min read

Thaís Roberto

The beginning of a new year is the ideal time to assess the efficiency of your current recruitment approach and how it...

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How to Use Emojis in Email Marketing

12.11.2024

How to Use Emojis in Email Marketing

4 min read

Thaís Roberto

Students today are constantly bombarded by emails, notifications, and direct messages on every device. To stand out and...

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Strategies for International Student Recruitment in Community Colleges

11.22.2024

Strategies for International Student Recruitment in Community Colleges

4 min read

Thaís Roberto

Welcoming international students is no longer exclusive to traditional four-year universities; community colleges have...

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How Trump’s re-election is shaping international study trends

11.08.2024

How Trump’s re-election is shaping international study trends

4 min read

Mark Bennett

The result of this week’s US election is undoubtedly significant and international education will see some of the most...

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Navigating Postgraduate Trends: January 2025 Insights

11.07.2024

Navigating Postgraduate Trends: January 2025 Insights

3 min read

Mark Bennett

The January intake is becoming an increasingly popular option for international students. Many universities offer this...

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