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www.theguardian.com
3 months ago
Education

Are international students taking over UK universities? No in fact, they're propping them up | Jonathan Portes

International students in the UK have increased by 70% since 2010
Tuition fees for international students are usually more than double the UK level [ more ]
www.cbc.ca
3 months ago
Education

International students have mixed feelings about visa cap, say system needs review | CBC News

Canada is capping the number of study permits for international undergraduate students over the next two years.
International students face challenges securing housing and finding part-time jobs, all while paying higher tuition rates than domestic students. [ more ]
www.cbc.ca
3 months ago
Education

Cap on international study permits sparks fear of rising tuition, programs cut, layoffs on campus | CBC News

The Canadian government has implemented a two-year cap on international student study permits in order to address concerns about the sustainability of the post-secondary sector.
The cap on study permits, along with changes to post-graduation and spousal work permit eligibility, has caused panic and uncertainty among students, advocates, administrators, and experts. [ more ]
BBC News
5 months ago
London

Coventry University to make almost 100m in cuts

The higher education sector is facing a funding crisis.
Many universities rely on revenue from international students. [ more ]
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New York Post
2 weeks ago
Black Lives Matter

Where the hell are the parents of these deluded Columbia students chanting about attacking Jews?

Columbia University parents pay a high cost for education, now facing violence and turmoil on campus. [ more ]
AP News
2 months ago
Education

$1B donation makes New York medical school tuition free and transforms students' lives

Generous donation removes tuition fees at a New York City medical school, benefiting students like Samuel Woo and Jade Andrade.
The $1 billion donation from Ruth Gottesman provides financial relief and opens doors for low-income students pursuing medical careers. [ more ]
www.aljazeera.com
2 months ago
Education

Donation of $1bn cancels tuition fees at NYC medical school

Free medical education in NY's worst-performing borough funded by $1bn donation.
Largest gift to a medical school in the US, eliminating tuition fees for current and future students. [ more ]
www.cbc.ca
2 months ago
Education

Ford government to give $1.2B to beleaguered colleges and universities, source says | CBC News

$1.2 billion funding allocation to Ontario's post-secondary sector, including $900 million stabilization fund over three years.
No tuition fee increases for three years, funding conditional on audits and financial efficiencies. [ more ]
english.elpais.com
3 months ago
Education

Funding crisis hits UK universities

UK universities contribute over $147 billion to the country's economy.
Tuition fees in the UK are much higher compared to other countries. [ more ]
www.cbc.ca
5 months ago
Education

International students, advocates say Canada should permanently lift 20-hour work cap | CBC News

International students in Canada are advocating for the removal of the cap on hours they can work off campus.
The temporary pilot program that allowed students to work up to 40 hours per week will end this year.
Students are facing financial difficulties due to rising tuition costs and inflation. [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
6 months ago
Education

Universities trapped in triangle of sadness', says vice-chancellor

British universities may suffer a decline in quality due to funding pressures, affecting students
Recruiting more international students is seen as a solution to offset frozen undergraduate tuition fees
The current situation puts UK students and international students in opposition, risking the decline of the entire system [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
3 months ago
UK news

Student forced to crowdfund 7,000 to cover fees or face being thrown off course

International student raises over £7,000 to pay outstanding tuition fees at Birmingham City University.
Student set up GoFundMe page due to financial difficulty in final year of Bachelor's degree. [ more ]
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