Loss of Revenue Caused due to International Students Transfers
After studying the reports received from the university’s Finance and Accounting department, I compiled relevant data concerning international students which is presented as follows:
Table 1
Relevant Data concerning International Students
Total Transfers to other schools in Spring 2015 120 students
Classes registered per student 3 classes (average)
Credits taken 12 credits (minimum)
Average Revenue per student $6000.00 per semester
Out of 5200 students studying at the university, 15% are international students. They are enrolled to undertake full time work load to maintain visa status i.e., 12 or more credits per term. Though, international students are only 15% of total student population, but they …show more content…
Establishing a student group will provide international students platform to socialize. There are many domestic students, who take interest in other cultures, but they hesitate to approach the international students, they will also enjoy the opportunity to participate in the group. By forming such group, we can bridge the gap between international students and domestic students. The group can meet and host events every week, members can bring their personal inputs, exchange ideas and have lots of fun in a friendly setting. This is a simple, economic and effective way to make international students feel like