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November news digest: Latest sector updates
Stay informed with the latest updates from the international higher education sector, all in one place. This month, we’re focusing on the final budgets for EU-funded programmes, insights from the latest Erasmus Student Network survey, and the impact of policy restrictions on international student enrolments —plus much more below.
Agreement on the 2025 EU budget: €3.97 Bn for Erasmus and €13.5 Bn for R&I (€12.76 Bn for Horizon) (News Tank Academic)
The European Parliament and Council agreed on the 2025 EU budget, allocating €3.969 billion to Erasmus+ and €13.535 billion for research.
ESNsurvey XV edition: Making quality mobility a reality for all (Erasmus Student Network)
The latest ESNsurvey, with over 22,000 responses, explores key aspects of the student journey—preparation, support, finances, and credit recognition—while addressing Erasmus+ priorities like inclusion, sustainability, civic engagement, and digitalisation, providing a comprehensive view of student experiences.
Erasmus+ supported 1.3 million opportunities abroad in 2023 (Erasmus + European Commission)
These figures were released as part of the 2023 Erasmus+ Annual Report and showcase the programme’s achievements in supporting lifelong learning and cooperation.
US universities’ international recruitment back into reverse (Times Higher Education)
Open Doors survey shows new enrolments are down 5 per cent after three years of post-pandemic rebound.
New research highlights the impact of policy on international enrolments (ICEF Monitor)
A new global survey from NAFSA, Oxford Test of English, and Studyportals reveals that many post-secondary institutions are seeing the impact of policy restrictions on enrolments, budgets, and students' ability to pursue study abroad plans.
Annual survey shows continuing strong support for international students in New Zealand (Education New Zealand)
In the 2024 survey by Education New Zealand, over three-quarters of 1,100 New Zealanders surveyed believe the country should host the same or more international students.
As Trump threatens deportations, campus leaders tread carefully (Inside Higher Ed)
Colleges are exploring ways to support undocumented students, though some leaders feel limited in what they can publicly express or legally commit to.
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