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State of the International Student Recruitment and Enrollment Field Survey 2022

The survey results provide benchmark data reported by more than 300 higher education host institutions and educational recruitment agencies during what is a dynamic period for international enrollment management. The data relates to a variety of important topics related to students, staff, organizational structure and goals, finances and budget, recruitment and enrollment channels and roadblocks, advocacy, and institution- agency partnerships. AIRC conducted the survey in cooperation with BONARD and association partners the Association of International Education Administrators (AIEA) and the National Association for College Admission Counseling (NACAC).

Navigating the Future of International Enrollment Management: Insights and Strategies

By: Clay Harmon and Krishna Bista

STAR SCHOLARS PRESS

DOI: https://doi.org/10.32674/zhaw2s80

Publication date : September 4, 2025

Keywords: enrollment management   international students    higher education   student mobility

Synopsis

This scholarly volume examines the shifting dynamics of international student enrollment within an increasingly complex global higher education. Drawing on contributions from experienced practitioners and researchers, this work addresses critical themes, including international branch campuses, transnational education models, data-informed decision-making, student success, and institutional transformation. Through evidence-based analysis and case studies from diverse contexts, the book offers actionable strategies for fostering ethical, inclusive, and sustainable enrollment management practices. It serves as an essential reference for higher education leaders, enrollment professionals, and policymakers committed to advancing global engagement in a time of rapid change.

Editors:  Clay Harmon and Krishna Bista

Available as Hardcover | Paperback | Kindle |eBook (Open-Access)

Innovations in International Student Enrollment: Global Strategies, Digital Transformation, and Emerging Perspectives

By: Clay Harmon and Krishna Bista

STAR SCHOLARS PRESS

DOI: https://doi.org/10.32674/kd7c7456

Publication date : November 5, 2025

Keywords: international enrollment   strategies for higher education   international education    international students    higher education comparative education admission

Synopsis

This volume examines international student enrollment from multiple perspectives across the globe. Contributors explore how digital transformation, artificial intelligence, and new marketing strategies are reshaping recruitment and engagement, while also addressing the cultural, political, and social factors that influence the international student experience. The book includes case studies from the United States, Latin America, Asia, and Africa, showcasing the interplay between technology, policy, and student success.

Readers will find discussions that range from the role of English language programs in soft diplomacy to the impact of creative economies in Indonesia, from Japanese enrollment rebounds to the challenges faced by Mexican and Brazilian students, and from the promises of AI in higher education to the dilemmas of fostering democracy and inclusion in classrooms and research. Together, these contributions illustrate the complex realities of international student enrollment today and provide actionable insights for educators, policymakers, and institutional leaders seeking to build inclusive, resilient, and globally connected campuses.

Editors:  Clay Harmon and Krishna Bista
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IEM Glossary

The International Enrollment Management Glossary Working Group has produced an authoritative Glossary of Terms that are used in the field of international enrollment management.  This project involves producing drafts of the Glossary and sharing them widely with the AIRC membership and key constituents to receive feedback that will inform revisions.

This is a living glossary where the public may submit additional terms for consideration by using this form. All submissions will be reviewed for relevance and content by the Glossary Working Group and acceptance of new terms or edits is not guaranteed.