The Pursuit of International Students in a Commercialized World

Authors

  • Philip Altbach
  • Liz Reisberg

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.6017/ihe.2013.73.6115

Keywords:

Admissions, International, Agents and recruiters, Criticisms of recruiting international students

Abstract

The use of agents and recruiters are increasingly common by universities to attract international students. This article focuses on some of the criticisms and problems related to agents and recruiters, and points to ways that universities and governments can best serve their own needs as well as the needs of prospective students.

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Published

2013-03-17

How to Cite

Altbach, P., & Reisberg, L. (2013). The Pursuit of International Students in a Commercialized World. International Higher Education, (73), 2–4. https://doi.org/10.6017/ihe.2013.73.6115

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Section

International Student Recruiting