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From China to the World
Chinese students are the top source market for universities globally — critical to the sustainability of international higher education. 72% of Chinese students said they use WeChat to research their international...
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QS Arab Rankings 2025 Results Table (excel)
The QS World University Rankings® have been in existence for over 20 years. Since then, we have become the global market leader for student insights and guidance. Access the QS Arab...
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From India to the World
Indian students make up a huge proportion of international students. What do they want from the higher education institutions they’re looking to study at? With the motivations, perspectives and views...
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Destination: Germany
What are the preferences and motivations of international students who want to study in Germany? In Destination: Germany, get the in-depth insights you need to create a more effective student...
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QS Latin America & the Caribbean Rankings 2025 Results Table (Excel)
The QS World University Rankings® have been in existence for over 20 years. Since then, we have become the global market leader for student insights and guidance. Access the QS Latin...
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QS Global MBA & Business Masters Rankings 2025 Results Table (excel)
The QS World University Rankings® have been in existence for over 20 years. Since then, we have become the global market leader for student insights and guidance. Access the QS Global...
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Destination: France
France continues to attract global student interest — but cost transparency may be holding some applicants back. 79% of prospective international students say that the opportunity to learn a new...
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Destination: Spain
What are the preferences and motivations of international students who want to study in Spain?  Read Destination: Spain, and create a more responsive student recruitment strategy, empowered by data from...
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