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About NAFSA

NAFSA: Association of International Educators is the world's largest nonprofit association dedicated to international education and exchange, working to advance policies and practices that ensure a more interconnected, peaceful world today and for generations to come.

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Higher Education Partnership Fair

Join with U.S.- and non-U.S.-based international education leaders to learn about possibilities for developing institutional partnerships. The event takes place on Tuesday, May 26 during the NAFSA 2020 Annual Conference & Expo in St. Louis, Missouri.

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Benefits of Membership

Join the largest association serving international educators worldwide. Achieve professional success at every stage of your career.

NAFSA membership provides unmatched access to best-in-class programs, information, and resources. NAFSA members gain unrivaled opportunities to partner with experienced leaders and colleagues within international education.

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NAFSA International Student Economic Value Tool

Student Economic Value

NAFSA's latest analysis finds that international students studying at U.S. colleges and universities contributed $41 billion and supported 458,290 jobs to the U.S. economy during the 2018-2019 academic year.

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NAFSA Adviser's Manual

Adviser's Manual 360

NAFSA Adviser's Manual 360 is the comprehensive source on U.S. immigration policy and procedures impacting educational institutions in the United States, providing information critical to every international student and scholar services office.

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International Educator Magazine

International Educator (IE) is the flagship magazine of NAFSA. IE maintains the highest standards of intellectual quality, editorial excellence, and design to service its readers who are working worldwide to advance international education and exchange.

The February issue explores how researchers from across the globe are tackling the world's most pressing—and complex—challenges.

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Upcoming Events

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  March 16 - 17, 2020

Advocacy Day

Advocacy Day 2020 registration has ended. But advocacy is a year-round endeavor! Be sure to sign up for NAFSA's advocacy updates and action alerts at www.ConnectingOurWorld.org.
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  April 24, 2020

NAFSA Research Symposium - April 2020

Join NAFSA and colleagues in recognizing international education research at the eighth Research Symposium - A Critical Discussion of Theories, Methodologies, and Practices in International Education - on April 24, 2020 at Northeastern University in Boston, Massachusetts. Bringing together...
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  April 30, 2020

Vetting Partners and Contracts for Successful Results

As institutions and organizations expand globally, partnerships have become a vital part of a successful international education strategy. While potentially beneficial, partnerships are becoming more complex and varied. When deciding which option is best, how a new partner handles risk management...
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  May 24 - 26, 2020 August 5 - 7, 2020

Management Development Program

The NAFSA Management Development Program (MDP) is the most trusted and comprehensive management training program for international education (IE) professionals. Since its inception, more than 700 IE managers have gained applicable real-world skills that have helped each take their career to the next...
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Latest Job Postings

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San Francisco State University

International Graduate Admissions Specialist

This position facilitates international graduate admissions processes and student services, including: advising; problem-solving related to international admission issues, and more.

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Frenchman's Creek Beach & Country Club

Director of International Student Programs and Services

The position is responsible for working with the Student and Exchange Visitor Information System (SEVIS) J-1 program and maintaining compliance with federal reporting requirements.

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The Pennsylvania State University

Associate Director of Global Program Innovation

This role will advance the program by developing expertise on details of faculty-led programs through communications with departments, program leaders, the office of Global Programs, and contacts abroad.

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The College Board

Executive Director, East Asia and the Pacific

This position is responsible for providing vision, direction and strategic leadership to the higher education and K-12 outreach team assigned to the region.

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