【Terra_Dotta】2023年高等教育全球化状况报告_31页_3mb

Summary of The State of Globalization in HigherEd

Core Content

This document provides an overview of the current state and future outlook of global engagement in higher education, focusing on both outgoing study abroad programs and incoming international students and scholars. It highlights the renewed interest in global experiences post-pandemic, the strategic importance of global engagement for institutions, and the challenges and opportunities in expanding these programs.

Main Points

1. Global Engagement is a Strategic Priority

• 80% of higher education institutions consider global engagement as part of their multi-year strategic plan.
• Institutions use global engagement to enhance student experiences, bolster their reputation, and drive revenue.
• 73% of international departments view global engagement as strategically important, while 59% see it as a revenue source.

2. Study Abroad and International Programs are Expanding

• 88% of institutions offer study abroad programs, 87% provide international education, and 60% have on-campus multicultural experiences.
• Over 60% of outgoing programs expect to send more students than in previous years.
• Western Europe (52%) and Asia (43%) have seen the largest increases in interest for study abroad.
• Business, Liberal Arts & Social Science are the top majors for outgoing students.

3. Measuring Program Success is a Challenge

• Institutions track countries (81%), majors (68%), and program utilization (47%) as key metrics.
• However, overall success is difficult to measure and often not realized immediately.
• Student satisfaction and postgraduate employability are also important, but more complex to assess.

4. Financial Constraints are a Major Obstacle

• Headcount and budgets are the top two challenges for study abroad programs.
• Financial aid and scholarships are the most desired changes to increase interest in study abroad, with 61% of respondents suggesting this as a key improvement.
• Institutions are also looking to increase faculty support, improve student communication tools, and increase autonomy in program management.

5. International Student Enrollment is on the Rise

• Nearly 80% of institutions issued more than 50 I-20s for international students in the 2022-2023 academic year.
• 62% of institutions have seen an increase in applications from international students since pre-COVID levels.
• 41% of institutions have noticed increased competition from other countries, mainly due to cost considerations.

6. Institutions are Working to Stay Competitive

• 60% of institutions collaborate with recruiting partners, and 49% invest in recruiting efforts.
• Over 60% of institutions use outreach, marketing, and on-campus programs to attract international students.

7. The Importance of Global Engagement

• Global engagement is seen as critical for career development and success in a globalized world.
• It provides cultural competence, new perspectives, and transformative experiences that are difficult to replicate outside of higher education.

Key Goals for 2023

• Program growth is a key goal for 78% of institutions.
• Student and scholar satisfaction is a key goal for 60%.
• Faculty participation is a key goal for 37%.
• Cost savings is a key goal for 21%.

Challenges and Opportunities

• Financial support is the most commonly cited change to increase interest in study abroad.
• Staffing and budget constraints are the main obstacles for incoming programs.
• Outreach and marketing are key strategies for attracting international students.
• Collaboration with partners and investment in recruitment are essential to maintaining competitiveness.

Conclusion

The global education sector is experiencing a renewed interest in international experiences following the pandemic. Institutions are strategically expanding their global engagement initiatives to meet this demand, with a focus on program growth, student satisfaction, and cultural competence. However, financial aid, staffing, and budget limitations remain significant barriers to achieving these goals. Addressing these challenges is essential for sustaining and enhancing global engagement in higher education.