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College Choice Behaviors of International Students

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The purpose of this article was to explore the main reasons influencing international students to study abroad. Main study abroad destinations are the United States, Australia, United Kingdom, and Canada. China is the leading sending country with 14% of the total market. This study explored the factors influencing international students to study abroad at particular higher education institutions in the United States. Data were collected through surveys in two higher education institutions in South Texas. Sequential explanatory mixed method design was used to collect and analyze the data. Their main motivation in selecting their current institution was mostly because of family and friend recommendations.

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  • Anil Tan, 2015. "College Choice Behaviors of International Students," SAGE Open, , vol. 5(4), pages 21582440156, December.
    • Handle: RePEc:sae:sagope:v:5:y:2015:i:4:p:2158244015618995
    DOI: 10.1177/2158244015618995
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