College Choice Behaviors of International Students:

SAGE Open

Anil Tan¹ 

关键词: international students;    study abroad;    decision making;    higher education institutions;   

DOI  :  10.1177/2158244015618995

学科分类：社会科学、人文和艺术（综合）

来源: Sage Journals

【 摘 要 】

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.

【 授权许可】

CC BY