Improving your yield of international admissions

Thursday, November 14, 2024

9:00 AM – 9:50 AM EST

Location: Commonwealth 2

Chair and Presenter(s)

Dale E. Gough

Director
Foreign Credentials Service of America (FCSA)
Catonsville, Maryland

Slides

Co-Presenter(s)

Robert Watkins

Assistant Director of Admissions
University of Texas-Austin Graduate and International Admissions
Austin, TX

Presentation Description: Several no-cost (or very low-cost) changes will increase the number of international students offered admission to your institution. Does your website specifically address potential international students? Is that information easy to find, and is it comprehensive? Is the required financial documentation sufficient? Who on your campus issues your I-20? What should you include with the I-20? What's the structure of those offices on your campus involved in the admission of international students? Do you know why international students ultimately do NOT enroll at your campus?

Learning Objectives:

After my presentation, attendees will understand the possible pitfalls as to why international students do not enroll in your school.
After my presentation, attendees will know how to construct an international student-centric application form and website.
After my presentation, attendees will know what documentation to request and receive to enhance their international student yield.