International students

Chicago Tribune (March 30) -- Illinois universities saw an uptick in applications from foreign students this application cycle, in contrast to 40 percent of U.S. universities that reported declines in international student interest. School leaders said the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Northwestern University, the University of Illinois at Chicago, Western Illinois University, Loyola University, and DePaul University received more applications. UIC Vice Provost of Academic and Enrollment Services said international students “bring a huge impact from an economic standpoint and a diversity standpoint,” but officials worry some may be deterred from ultimately enrolling in fall classes because they wonder whether they will be welcomed. Also: ASEE FirstBell (March 31).