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The International Adviser’s Playbook

Sometimes advising can feel like a broken record, replaying the same words and guidance over and over again. But: Is it working? As advisers, it’s important to step back and be mindful of how our personal attributes and the words we choose impact our advising approach. How can we improve the

The New Challenges: Helping Students and Scholars Navigate Port of Entry Processes

Because we value our NAFSA members, we're thrilled to offer this exclusive resource at no extra cost—just one of the many benefits of your NAFSA membership! Learn more about the benefits of your NAFSA membership here. Introduction Should international students and scholars expect problems during

Thinking Creatively About Sustainable Resources for Internationalization

In this webinar, the presenters offer a model, set of steps, and best practices to help you better utilize and grow the people, budgets, and programs working together toward internationalization at all types of higher education institutions.

U.S. Visa and Entry Process for Students and Scholars

Build your U.S. visa advising expertise through in-depth case studies, practical strategies, and proven solutions that prepare students and scholars for successful port-of-entry and immigration processes. Learn more!

Understanding Financial Aid for Education Abroad

Financial barriers are often cited as a roadblock for potential study abroad participants. As an education abroad professional, understanding the federal financial aid system, and how it works at your institution, can open opportunities for you to better serve your students. This NAFSA e-Learning

Vetting Partners for Success in International Education

As institutions and organizations expand globally, identifying contracts, vendors, agents, and other critical partners have become a vital part of a successful international education strategy. Selecting and managing these partnerships is a critical skill for any international educator. In this live

Visa Advising for Education Abroad

International student advisers advise students from all over the world on one immigration process – the process to enter the United States. Education abroad advisers must learn to advise students that travel to any number of countries around the world and keeping up with visa and immigration