A Pause in International Students?
A new survey says U.S. colleges are worried about future enrollment.
A new survey reveals that four in 10 U.S. colleges have experienced a decline in international applicants for the Fall 2017 term. The survey of around 250 colleges and universities—which will be released in its entirety later this month—was conducted in February by six higher-education groups, including the College Board and Institute of International Education. More than three-quarters of institutions surveyed expressed concern about future enrollment.
According to a news release, the survey was initiated in response to fears “that the political discourse surrounding foreign nationals in the U.S. ... could be damaging to
