China is the largest exporter of students and has the most number of internet users in the world. Therefore it should come as no surprise that universities are trying to reach out to Chinese students through digital means. Here are how schools are making use of Sina Weibo, the Chinese equivalent of Twitter. Read more…
International Outlook for 2013
2012 has come and gone and 2013 is looking to be an exciting year for both social media and international education. Here is a key recap of the year that was in social media and what to expect internationally for 2013. Read more…
United States Continues to Attract International Students
This week the Institute of International Education released the latest numbers of international students studying in the United States. International enrollment continues to thrive across the country with China leading much of the growth. The future remains positive with all signs point towards continued growth. Read more…
Social Media in China: More Than Just Recruitment
China is one of the most important markets for recruiting international students. It is the leading source of foreign students for many countries including the United States, Australia, and the United Kingdom. As the use of agents continues to attract controversy, some universities and colleges are looking towards digital recruitment methods. Read more…
How Technology is Connecting Universities with International Students
Technology is connecting students with schools in new and interesting ways every day. This is especially helpful for prospective international students where there are lots of barriers. Here are three ways that universities and colleges can use technology to better connect with overseas students. Read more…
Revenue from International Students Causing Increased Competition
It’s no secret that one of the reasons (but not the only one!) that universities and host countries want international students is for the money they bring. At a time when government funding for higher education is decreasing around the world, foreign students are often seen as the solution. Schools benefit from the higher tuition fees and countries benefit from students contributing to the local economy. This has led to an intense competition that has been heating up over recent months. Read more…
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