July 30, 2009

Foreign-Student Enrollments Are Likely to Climb, but Trouble May Lie Ahead

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Agence France-Presse

Chinese students and families gather to inquire about studying abroad at the 14th International Education Fair in Beijing in February.

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Agence France-Presse

Chinese students and families gather to inquire about studying abroad at the 14th International Education Fair in Beijing in February.

By Karin Fischer

Despite economic turmoil worldwide, the number of international students coming to the United States this fall is likely to show a modest increase, according to colleges contacted by The Chronicle and visa figures provided by the U.S. Department of State.

Still, some international educators said they are concerned that international enrollments could fall off in future years. They fear that shrinking budgets could reduce the amount of money for graduate-student stipends and

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