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The 2025 Annual Conference Committee invites you to submit a session, poster, or workshop proposal for the NAFSA 2025 Annual Conference & Expo in San Diego, California. Share your bold ideas and global perspectives at the largest global international education event. We unite to foster purpose, place, and partnership!

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NAFSA: Association of International Educators is the world's largest and most diverse 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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The International Education Professional Certificate (IEPC), created in partnership with NAFSA, Times Higher Education, and Common Purpose, is a professional development program tailored specifically for international education professionals worldwide.

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International Student Value

NAFSA's latest analysis finds that international students studying at U.S. colleges and universities contributed $40.1 billion and supported 368,333 jobs to the U.S. economy during the 2022-2023 academic year. Access the International Student Economic Value Tool to view state- and congressional district-level data.

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Adviser's Manual 360

The Adviser's Manual 360 is an online, searchable knowledge center of current U.S. laws, policies, and procedures related to international student and scholar immigration and visa issues. License this continuously updated essential resource for you and your staff and enjoy access on any device, anytime.

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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.

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Upcoming Events

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August 7, 2024 | 2:00 pm

Summer Refresh: Study Abroad Visas for the UK

Refresh your knowledge on study abroad visas for the UK with NAFSA’s Consular Affairs volunteers. Join a discussion led by the UK CAL team focused on model practices for supporting your students as they apply for their study abroad visas to the UK. This information is designed to assist education abroad advisers as they guide their students to obtain student visas to study abroad. This webinar is connected with the five-part Education Abroad Visas: Summer Refresh Series. Add the other webinars to your calendar! Speakers Jason Sanderson, Georgetown University, Member-at-Large, EA RP Committee

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August 14, 2024 | 2:00 pm

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Summer Refresh: Study Abroad Visas for France

Refresh your knowledge on study abroad visas for France with NAFSA’s Consular Affairs volunteers. Join a discussion led by the France CAL team focused on model practices for supporting your students as they apply for their study abroad visas to the France. This information is designed to assist...

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August 20 - 22, 2024 | 2:00 pm

Workshop

J-1 Advising: Intermediate

This workshop compliments and broadens your knowledge gained after completing the J-1 Advising for Beginners workshop since it goes more deeply into grey areas of J advising. This workshop is designed to help you think through the development of policies, procedures, and practices necessary to...

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September 10, 2024 | 12:00 pm

Peer-to-Peer Perspective

Digital Docs: Efficiency, Integrity, and Inclusion in International Admissions

Digitizing admissions documents can lead to much more than improving turn-around times. It can also elevate genuine applicants over those with nefarious intent, and open opportunities for disadvantaged students without access to their paper credentials. Paperless processes address several pertinent...

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September 25 - 27, 2024 | 2:00 pm

Workshop

Filing Academic H-1B Petitions

A foundational overview for professionals new to the H-1B petition process. Learn key regulatory information from experts in the field who provide guidance and insights into the common pitfalls that come with these petitions. This workshop helps you prepare the petition and also learn model...

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