The public expects U.S. colleges and universities to require foreign language training for students who do not know another language and to provide students with international skills and knowledge suitable for the global workforce. Over 70 percent of respondents agreed that students should be required to study another language in college if they don't already know one. Colleges and universities should provide students with international skills and knowledge. Over 70 percent of respondents stated that college and university students should have a study, work, or internship experience abroad at some time during their college or university education. Over 75 percent of respondents supported requiring students to take courses covering international topics.
International education is an important consideration when selecting a college or university.
More than three out of four respondents indicated that international education opportunities are an important consideration when selecting a college or university. ACE will publish a complete summary of the survey findings.