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| SUNY at Buffalo now #10 with international students |
| 2006-12-22 |
| The State University of New York at Buffalo wanted its alumni to know that it continues to attract large numbers of foreign students. In the midst of all the rah rah stuff, were some bits I thought of interest to Rantburgers. Herewith: The University at Buffalo has moved up to No. 10 among 2,700 accredited U.S. universities in international enrollment, according to an annual report released by the Institute of International Education (IIE). UB enrolled 4,072 international students among a total enrollment of 27,220 in 2005-06, or 15%. The ranking includes undergraduate and graduate students, as well as students taking part in optional practical training programs. UB President John B. Simpson pointed out that increased recruitment of international students, as well increased recruitment of out-of-state students, is an important part of the plan to grow enrollment by 10,000 students over the next 15 years, according to UB's strategic planning process, UB 20/20. International students, who pay double the tuition of New York State students, make a major financial contribution to the university, as well. The overall economic impact of UB's international students and their families is estimated to be nearly $70 million annually. According to the Open Doors report, 564,766 international students were enrolled at U.S. institutions 2005-06. This ended two years of national declines attributed to new student-visa regulations instituted in the aftermath of 9/11. Those regulations, which created delays in student-visa approvals, were relaxed last year. |
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