INTERNATIONAL STUDENT STATISTICAL REPORT Fall 2013

Prepared by the International Office

Statistical Report – Fall 2013

Table of Contents

1 Introduction ............................................................................................................................ 3 Why Study at Texas State University? .................................................................................. 3 1.1 Who is an International Student? ..................................................................................... 4 1.2 Your Second Home - Texas State University .................................................................. 4 1.2.1 Location ................................................................................................................. 4 1.2.2 History.................................................................................................................... 5 1.2.3 Colleges.................................................................................................................. 5 1.2.4 Campus .................................................................................................................. 5 1.3 About International Office – Texas State ........................................................................ 5 2 Fall 2013 Summary ............................................................................................................... 7 2.1 International Student Statistics 2002-2013 ...................................................................... 8 2.2 Top Ten Countries by Number of International Students .............................................. 10 2.3 Student Statistics at Texas State University................................................................... 12 2.3.1 Statistics by Nationality – Fall 2013 ....................................................................... 13 2.4 Student Statistics Based on Academic College/TSIE .................................................... 15 2.5 Top 5 Majors for Graduate International Students in Fall 2013 .................................... 16 2.5.1 Top 5 Majors for Undergraduate International Students in Fall 2013 .................... 16 2.6 International Students Statistics from Fall 2002 through Fall 2013 .............................. 17 2.7 International Students Statistics Based on Academic Classification - Fall 2013 .......... 18 2.8 International Students Gender Breakdown – Fall 2013 ................................................. 19 2.9 International Student enrolled in Intensive English only: 2002 – 2013 ......................... 20

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1. Introduction Why Study at Texas State University? Texas State University is an International-student friendly institution. Education USA, which is a program of the U.S. Department of State Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs, has defined international-friendly institutions as institutions that “recognize that in an increasingly interdependent world there is educational value in having international students on the campus”. Texas State recognizes the value international students bring to our institution and it is committed to providing international students with an enriching education experience. The professional staff at the International Office maintains membership in appropriate international educational organizations and associations to be actively engaged in the many regulatory, educational, and cultural issues related to international students. Texas State also provides special programs for international students to assist them in achieving a successful transition into our University. Some of these programs include an international student orientation, a welcome social for new international students, monthly International Minds events and options for additional English instruction for non-native speakers. Overall Texas State is a friendly campus that has a lot to offer international students: prestigious programs, beautiful parks and campus, artistic, cultural, political and athletic events, and a convenient location in close proximity to two of the most eclectic cities in Texas, Austin and San Antonio. Here are some measures of excellence you will find here at Texas State • Named U.S. News America’s Best Colleges 2009 • The Princeton Review named Texas State an America's Best Value College for 2006-2007. • Texas State business and mass communication students won their second National title at the American Advertising (AAF) 2005 National Student Advertising Competition (NSAC). Since 1990, the Texas State team has placed within the top four places eight times. • Denise Smart, Dean of the McCoy College of Business Administration was named the most student-centered dean in a panel of Fortune 500 executives. • The Mitte Laureate Scholarship is the largest four-year undergraduate scholarship offered by a public institution in the state of Texas. • Texas State produces more teachers than any other college or university in Texas. • The Criminal Justice Department is nationally recognized for its training program in hostage negotiation. • Texas State is the only central Texas public university that offers a Bachelor's degree in Radiation Therapy. • The Mitte Art-Technology-Physics building opened in the fall of 2003 and contains one of the first MicroFab Lab facilities in a U.S. academic institution. • The Sound Technology Recording Program of the School of Music is the only four-year program in Texas and is also housed in a commercial recording studio.

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1.1

Who is an International Student?

An international student is a student who enrolls in a U.S. academic program and whose status is non-immigrant. Common non-immigrant statuses are A-1, A-2, B1, B-2, E-1, E-2, F-1, F-2, H1, H-4, J-1, J-2, L-1, L-2, M-1, R-1 R-2 and TN. F-1 is the most common status used by international students. A student who has applied for or received permanent residency, refugee status or asylum in the U.S. is not considered to be an international student by the U.S. Citizenship & Immigration Services (USCIS).

1.2

Your Second Home - Texas State University

Texas State’s original mission was to prepare Texas public school teachers, especially those of the south central area. It became renowned for carrying out this mission, but today it does far more. Texas State currently offers programs in the College of Applied Arts, McCoy College of Business Administration, College of Education, College of Fine Arts and Communication, College of Health Professions, College of Liberal Arts, College of Science, and University College. The University College also oversees the undergraduate general education core curriculum and undergraduate advising as well as the freshman year experience. The Graduate College provides opportunities for continued intellectual growth through advanced and specialized education that develops leaders in the professions and in research. As Texas State’s student population has grown—from 303 in 1903 to more than 30,803 in 2009—the campus, too, has expanded and today Texas State is the sixth largest public university in the state. Overlooking the campus and serving as a landmark since 1903 is Old Main, a red-gabled Victorian building restored to its original grandeur. Texas State's 31179 students choose from 101 bachelor’s, 88 master’s and nine doctoral degree programs offered by the following colleges: Applied Arts, McCoy College of Business Administration, Education, Fine Arts and Communication, Health Professions, Liberal Arts, Science, University College and the Graduate College. Texas State students come from around the globe, and our student body is diverse. Thirty-five percent of Texas State students are ethnic minorities. In fact, Texas State is ranked 20th in the nation for the number of degrees we grant to Hispanic undergraduates. See the University Fact book for more information on our student body. Texas State is also the lead institution of a multi-institution teaching center offering several programs in the greater north Austin area. There are 1,739 Texas State students enrolled at the Round Rock Higher Education Center (RRHEC). 1.2.1

Location

Texas State's main campus is in San Marcos, a growing community of 50,000 people about halfway between Austin and San Antonio. Located on the edge of the Texas Hill Country, where black land prairies roll into beautiful hills, Texas State enjoys a setting that is unique among Texas universities. The beauty of the crystal-clear San Marcos River and the stately cypress and pecan trees on the campus adds Page | 4

Statistical Report – Fall 2013 to the charm of the university’s picturesque setting. Our location on the banks of the San Marcos River provides recreational activities for students throughout the year. 1.2.2

History

Authorized by the Texas Legislature in 1899, Southwest Texas State Normal School opened its doors in 1903. Over the years, the Legislature broadened the institution’s scope and changed its name, in succession, to Normal College, Teachers College, College, and in 1969, University. Each name change reflects the university’s growth from a small teacher preparation institution to a major multipurpose university. In 2003, the Legislature renamed the school Texas State University-San Marcos. In 2013 the designation of “San Marcos” was dropped and the school is now simply called: Texas State University. 1.2.3

Colleges

The University offers programs in College of Applied Arts, McCoy College of Business Administration, College of Education, College of Fine Arts & Communication, College of Health Professions, College of Liberal Arts, and College of Science. In 1986 the University College was created to assure a broad general education for all students, regardless of major. In 1935 the Board of Regents authorized the formation of The Graduate College. 1.2.4

Campus

As the university's student population has grown - from 303 in 1903 to 31179 in 2010 - the campus, too, has expanded, and today consists of a 456-acre main campus and 5,000 additional acres in recreational, instructional, farm and ranch land. Overlooking the campus and serving as a landmark since 1903 is Old Main, a red-gabled Victorian building restored to its original grandeur. In 1979, after adding a number of classroom buildings and residence halls, the university purchased the former San Marcos Baptist Academy adjacent to the original campus. In 1994 the 90-acre Aquarena Springs theme park, also adjacent to the main campus, was purchased. Campus facilities encourage a feeling that Texas State is a special place.

1.3

About the International Office – Texas State

Our mission is to assist the university in developing and maintaining an internationally diverse student body, faculty, and staff by: Supporting international students and scholars and contributing to their retention by providing services and information that facilitate their academic success and cultural adjustment. The staff of the Office serves as immigration and cultural advisers as well as advocates, and they assist the university in maintaining compliance with federal regulations as related to immigration matters by acting as liaisons with the Department of Homeland Security. Page | 5

Statistical Report – Fall 2013 Contributing to the research and teaching mission of the university by assisting in the procurement of legal employment authorization for distinguished international faculty and staff. Promoting global awareness and internationalization at the university by facilitating international agreements and by sponsoring International Education Week each November. Introduction written by: Robert M. Seese, Ed. D. Former Director, International Office Texas State University Report compiled by Lisa Damron Coordinator, International Office Texas State University Sharmila Patri Graduate Research Assistant, International Office Texas State University

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Fall 2013 Summary

A total of 405 international students, representing 72 countries, claim Texas State University as their home this fall semester. From the total number of 35,568 enrolled students, 1.13% comprised by the International Student body. International undergraduate students comprise 0.44% of the total undergraduate body, 138 from 31,032 total undergraduate students. International graduate and professional students comprise 5.44% of the total graduate body, 247 from 4,536 total graduate students.

School Information: Texas State University -San Marcos Student Body: Coed Calendar: Semester Highest Offering: Post-doctoral research International Student Statistics: Fall 2011 Undergraduates: 138 Graduates: 247

Other: 20*

Total: 405** OPT: 81

*Others include Intensive English students. ** Total number of students excludes number of OPT students.

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Statistical Report – Fall 2013 2.1

International Student Statistics 2002-2013

Total International Statistics 600 500

480

499

493 437

431

430

400

409

392

376

380

370

405

300 200 100 0 Fall Fall Fall Fall Fall Fall Fall Fall Fall Fall Fall Fall 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013

Total Undergraduate Statistics 300 257 250 200 150

173

193

202

220 190 159

145

159

147

161 138

100 50 0 Fall Fall Fall Fall Fall Fall Fall Fall Fall Fall Fall Fall 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013

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Statistical Report – Fall 2013 Total Graduate Statistics 300 250

238

257 221

202

200

180

226

247 216

193

200

198 173

150 100 50 0 Fall Fall Fall Fall Fall Fall Fall Fall Fall Fall Fall Fall 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013

Total *Other Statistics 80 70

69

60 50 40 30 20

49

43 33

31

30 20

10

24

20

19 3

9

0 Fall Fall Fall Fall Fall Fall Fall Fall Fall Fall Fall Fall 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 *Others include intensive English students.

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Statistical Report – Fall 2013 2.2 Top Ten Countries by Number of International Students

Venezuela

8

Nepal

8

Vietnam

9

Nigeria

9

Japan

10

Saudi Arabia

18

Korea, Republic of

20

China (Mainland)

38

Mexico

39

India

104 0

20

40

60

80

100

120

Top 10 Countries by Undergraduate Enrollment South Africa

4

Nigeria

4

Colombia

4

Nepal

5

Japan

5

Canada

5

Vietnam

6

Korea, Republic of

11

China (Mainland)

11

Mexico

29 0

5

10

15

20

25

30

35

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Statistical Report – Fall 2013 Top 10 Countries by Graduate Enrollment Indonesia

4

China (Taiwan)

4

Turkey

5

Nigeria

5

Ghana

5

Saudi Arabia

6

Mexico

8

Korea, Republic of

8

China (Mainland)

26

India

101 0

20

40

60

80

100

120

Top Countries by *Other Enrollment Venezuela

3

Thailand

1

Saudi Arabia

8

Mexico

2

Korea, Republic of

1

Japan

1

Germany

1

Ethiopia

1

China (Mainland)

1 0

2

4

6

8

10

*Others include intensive English students.

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Statistical Report – Fall 2013 2.3 Student Statistics at Texas State University

1.97

0.98

0.49

0.24

0.98 0.24

0.49 0.24

A2

0.49

B1

7.65

E2 F1 F2 H1 H4

86.1

J1 J2 L2

International Students 405 F Visa 349 **Other Visa 56

U.S. Citizens* 35163

Texas State Student Total* 35568

**Other visas include A2, B1, E2, F2, H1, H4, J1, J2, L2. *Source data from The Office of Institutional Research’s Student Enrollment Data. http://www.ir.txstate.edu/ir-self-service/txstate-data.html

U.S.Citizens/Permanent International Residents Undergraduates Graduates

30894 4289

138 247

Total 31032 4536

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Statistical Report – Fall 2013 2.3.1 Statistics by Nationality – Fall 2013 # 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39

Country Angola Argentina Australia Austria Bangladesh Belgium Belize Bhutan Bolivia Bosnia-Herzegovina Brazil Burma Cambodia Cameroon Canada Chile China (Mainland) China (Taiwan) Colombia Costa Rica Cote d’Ivoire (Ivory Coast) Croatia Ecuador Egypt Ethiopia Finland France Germany Ghana Greece Honduras Iceland India Indonesia Iran Iraq Israel Italy Jamaica

DR

GP

GR 1

NC

2

UG 1 1 2

1 1 1 1 1 1 1 3 1 1 1 1 8 1 1

1

18 3 1 1

1

5 1 11 4

1 1 3

1

1 1

1 1 1 11 1

1 1

2 4

1

1 1 2 1

1 90 4 3 1 3 1

1 3 2

1 1

Total 2 1 4 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 3 1 1 1 6 1 38 4 6 1 2 1 4 1 2 1 2 4 5 1 2 1 104 6 4 1 1 5 2

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Statistical Report – Fall 2013 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 52 53 54 55 56 57 58 59 60 61 62 63 64 65 66 67 68 69 70 71 72 73 74

Japan Kenya Korea Kuwait Latvia Macao Malaysia Mexico Morocco Nepal Nicaragua Nigeria Norway Pakistan Philippines Russia Saint Lucia Saudi Arabia Serbia Singapore South Africa Spain Sri Lanka Sweden Thailand Turkey Turkmenistan Ukraine United Kingdom Venezuela Vietnam Zambia Zimbabwe Country not specified Total

4 2 5

3

1 1

5 1 11 1 2

1 1

1

1 2

2 6 1 2 1 3

1 1 6

2

4 2 1 2 1 9

1 2 1 1 2 1 1

1 3 1 3 2 3 2

3 1 4 2 1 2

1 1

1 29 1 5

1 2

3

2 3 6

1 44

7

196

20

1 138

10 3 20 1 2 1 3 39 2 8 1 9 2 1 2 2 1 18 1 1 6 2 3 2 4 7 1 1 6 8 9 2 1 1 405

**A total of 72 countries were represented this semester

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Statistical Report – Fall 2013 2.4 Student Statistics Based on Academic College/TSIE

Academic Colleges/TSIE Undergraduate 10

College of Applied Arts

Graduate 16

TSIE -

Total 26

College of Business Admin.

30

21

-

51

College of Education

10

23

-

33

College of Fine Arts & Comm.

24

9

-

33

College of Health Professions

6

4

-

10

College of Liberal Arts

13

30

-

43

College of Science

30

141

-

171

University College / Undecided

15

-

15

Texas State Intensive English

Total

-

-

20

20

138

247

20

405

College of Applied Arts 3.70% 2.22%

College of Business Admin. College of Education

6.41% 12.50% 8.14%

42.20% 8.14% 2.46% 10.60%

College of Fine Arts & Comm. College of Health Professions College of Liberal Arts College of Science University College / Undecided Texas State Intensive English

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Statistical Report – Fall 2013 2.5 Top 5 Majors for Graduate International Students in Fall 2013 S NO

Major

Number of International Graduate Students

1 2 3 4 5

Computer Science Industrial Technology Business Administration Biology Human Nutrition

75 16 14 8 6

6.72%

5.04%

11.76%

Computer Science Industrial Technology Business Administration

13.44%

63.02% Biology Human Nutrition

2.5.1 Top 5 Majors for Undergraduate International Students in Fall 2013 S NO 1 2 3 4 5

Major Computer Science Exploratory Finance Industrial Engineering Communication Design

16.21%

Number of International Undergraduate Students 10 7 7 7 6

27.02%

Computer Science Exploratory Finance

18.91%

Industrial Engineering 18.91%

Communication Design

18.91%

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Statistical Report – Fall 2013 2.6 International Students Statistics from Fall 2002 through Fall 2013 Semester Fall 2002 Fall 2003 Fall 2004 Fall 2005 Fall 2006 Fall 2007 Fall 2008 Fall 2009 Fall 2010 Fall 2011 Fall 2012 Fall 2013

Graduate 238 257 202 163 193 221 226 216 198 173 200 247

Undergraduate 173 193 202 214 257 190 159 145 159 147 161 138

*Other(TSIE) 69 49 33 39 43 20 24 31 19 3 9 20

Totals 480 499 437 416 493 431 407 392 376 380 370 405

600 500 400 Graduate 300 200

Undergraduate *Other(TSIE) Totals

100 0

* Others include Intensive English students.

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2.7 International Students Statistics Based on Academic Classification - Fall 2013

Intensive English Sophomore Senior Professional Post Baccalaureate Masters Junior Freshman Doctoral 0

50

100

150

200

250

International Students Academic Classifications

Bachelors Freshman Sophomore Junior Senior Post Baccalaureate Undergraduate Total

Number of students 20 20 34 59 5 138

Graduate Masters Doctoral Post Baccalaureate Professional Graduate Total

Number of students 196 43 7 1 247

Other Intensive English Others Total

Number of students 20 20

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2.8

International Students Gender Breakdown – Fall 2013

450

405

400 350 300

247

250

209 196

200 138

150 100

Male Female Total

128119

68 70

50

13 7 20

0 Undergraduate

Graduate

Other*

Total

International Student Gender Breakdown – Fall 2011 Gender

Undergraduate

Graduate

Other*

Total

Male

68

128

13

209

Female

70

119

07

196

Total

138

247

20

405

*Others include Intensive English students.

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Statistical Report – Fall 2013 2.9

International Student enrolled in Intensive English only: 2002 – 2013

600 500 400 * Total International Students

300

Degree Students * Intensive English( TSIE)

200 100 0 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013

Fall

* Total International Students

Degree Students

* Intensive English( TSIE)

2002

449

424

25

2003

501

477

24

2004

486

469

17

2005

430

418

12

2006

493

481

12

2007

451

431

20

2008

409

385

24

2009

392

361

31

2010

376

357

19

2011

380

373

3

2012 2013

370 405

361 385

9 20

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