It’s Time to Lift the Pause: Why International Education Is Vital to America’s Strength, Security and Prosperity

It’s time to lift the pause: Why international education is vital to America’s strength, security and prosperity

On May 27, the U.S. Department of State announced a “pause” in student visa appointments at U.S. embassies and consulates worldwide. Nearly a month later, this temporary measure has morphed into what many are now calling a de facto suspension. Whether you’re reading this while the suspension is still in place — or even if it’s been lifted — the damage is already done.  This pause is more than a bureaucratic delay; it’s a profound misstep with co…

Foreign Students and U.S. Higher Education

United States colleges and universities currently enrol about 900,000 international students, representing 5% of all students – although the percentage of foreign students varies widely across institutions. Many colleges and universities would be hurt by policies that limit the number of foreign students. The detrimental effects of these policies extend beyond institutions of higher education to local economies, companies that hire engineers, sc…

International students "crucial" for US growth, states new report

The study, published by the Institue of International Education (IIE), outlines the importance of expanding international study to the US over the next five years as American universities brace for an impending domestic “enrolment cliff”.  “Attracting global talent is crucial to driving the US economy and growth, and maintaining US leadership” IIE’s head of research, evaluation and learning Mirka Martel told The PIE News.  Martel, co-author of t…