Education in Iran
This overview of current educational trends in Iran features information about the country’s education system, student mobility trends, and more.
Déjà Vu? The Rise and Fall of Iranian Student Enrollments in the U.S.
U.S.-bound Iranian student mobility has waxed and waned over decades of political enmity between the two nations. Our feature story examines that history, and helps to shed light on the potential impact of the Trump administration’s recent executive order barring travel from Iran and six other countries.
Community Colleges: An Unexpected On-Ramp for International Students
More than nine percent of all international students in the U.S. attend community colleges. WENR examines enrollment trends, the challenges and benefits of internationalization at community colleges, and practical strategies for both two- and four-year colleges seeking to build on the trend.
PRIME: Massive Government Subsidy Seeks to Reshape Higher Education in Korea
In May, Korea announced the recipients of the largest higher education subsidy it’s ever awarded. The PRIME Project will funnel some USD $1.8 billion to 21 higher education institutions. The goal? Increase the number of trained engineers coming out of college, and decrease fine and liberal arts majors. The program will have ripple effects on enrollments, student mobility, and the economy.
Study Abroad: Can U.S. Institutions Do Better? Trends, Benefits, Access, and Equity
U.S. students’ study abroad participation rates are creeping up, while the duration of programs is plummeting. Available research can help shed lights on who gets to participate, the impact of short term programs, and how to increase both access and benefits for the widest possible range of participants.