International Enrollment Management

Admission and Placement of International Students and Scholars

Contributing to Comprehensive Internationalization

English as a Second Language Program Administration

Preparing International Student and Scholars for Study in the United States

Recruiting International Students and Scholars

Town Hall: Public Health and International Education – What's Now and What's Next

International educators have had to quickly adjust and shift to a different environment to support their students and scholars and manage expectations due to the impact of COVID-19. This Town Hall features a public health expert and an IIE researcher alongside seasoned international educators. The

NAFSA Letter to SEVP on 2021-2022 Academic Year COVID-19 Guidance

On May 6, 2021, NAFSA Executive Director and CEO Dr. Esther Brimmer sent a letter to SEVP Director Rachel Canty, to thank SEVP for its April 26, 2021 COVID-19 guidance for the 2021-2022 academic year, and suggesting "additional clarifications to further help schools and students operate responsibly

Socially Distant but Engaged: Best Practice in Digital Outreach and Social Media

During the pandemic, international programs have had to find new and creative ways to stay engaged with prospective students. A cross-NAFSA panel of study abroad practitioners and admissions leaders shared their experiences with social media and highlighted the best and most effective practices.

Education Department Updates HEERF FAQs

May 14, 2021

On May 11, 2021, the Department of Education (DoEd) released an updated set of Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) on Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund III (HEERF III) grants under the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021. Notably, the FAQs reverse a narrow position that had been taken by DoEd under

Effective Communication Plans and Platforms for the ISSS Office

Open and continuous communication between the institution, student and family is beneficial at all times, not just in times of crisis. This resource summarizes model practices for a communication plan to support students throughout their academic experience. Contributors to this resource include

The Biden Administration Regulatory Freeze Memorandum

January 28, 2021

Memorandum: Regulatory Freeze Pending Review. January 20, 2021. Memorandum for the Heads of Executive Departments and Agencies, from Biden Chief of Staff Ronald Klain at the direction of President Biden. Published in the Federal Register at 86 FR 7424 (January 28, 2021). Sets varied temporary stops

Supporting Exchange Visitor Programs: A Question & Answer Resource

Chamu Gowrishankar, Wayne State University, 2020 KC ISSS Liaison, Region V; 2021 Region V Chair-elect Julie Wilbers, UT Health San Antonio, KC ISSS International Scholar Advising (ISCA) Network Leader This Q&A resource outlines considerations for supporting the mission of the Exchange Visitor

Survey Design 101: Collecting Effective Survey Data in International Education

How can international educators design surveys to collect information that is accurate, informative, and actionable? This Collegial Conversation explores how international educators can create effective surveys to inform their practice and advocate for their work. Panelists will discuss the basics

International Recruitment in Africa

By: Alexander Smith, Assistant Director of International Admission, Michigan State University and Folabi Obembe, President & CEO, Worldview International Long-term strategic thinking, flexibility, and creative approaches to recruitment and retention are the keys to successful student recruitment on

Building a Sponsored Student Recruitment Strategy

December 9, 2020

By: Luke Sikorski, MA, Assistant Recruitment Director, INTO University Partnerships; Matthew Sacco, MA, Director of International Enrollment Partnerships, George Mason University; and Krista Kennedy, MS, Sponsored Student Program Administrator, Portland State University Download the Timeline