ISN Expo

Happy Easter from our team to yours! Sending warm Easter wishes and springtime smiles from all of us.

Happy Holidays from the ISN Team!
As we wrap up the year, we’d like to thank our university partners, counselors, students, and families for being part of our global education community. Wishing you a joyful holiday season and continued success in the year ahead.

Latin America Events – Recent Success & Exciting Opportunities Ahead!

We’re excited to share the outstanding results from our recent student recruitment events in Quito, Lima, Bogotá, and San José!

Thank you to the universities that joined us and helped make these events a success.

Attention Universities!
Are you looking to expand your global reach and connect with qualified, highly motivated students? Join us for an exceptional recruitment experience during our Spring 2026 Latin America Tour!

Save the Dates!
📍 Cities: Panama City, Bogotá, Quito, Lima
📅 Dates: April 9 – April 14, 2026
🚀 Secure your spot today!

Sign up at www.isnexpo.com and meet top-tier students ready to explore international study opportunities.

📣 Global Trends Are Shifting - But India and the Gulf Remain Strong Recruitment Markets 🌍

A recent report from NAFSA highlights a potential decline in international student enrollment in the U.S. this year. Rising costs, increased global competition, and visa delays are reshaping the recruitment landscape. (Find source below)

✈️ One key concern: NAFSA member institutions have reported limited or no visa appointments available in countries like India, China, Japan, and Nigeria all top student markets.

❗ But here's the important part:

🔹 The interest hasn’t dropped.
🔹 The demand is strong.
🔹 Students are ready - they just need support and time.

🎯 That’s why early engagement matters. In India and the Gulf, we continue to see:

✅ Strong academic profiles
✅ High English proficiency
✅ Serious families investing in U.S. education
✅ Students actively seeking face-to-face opportunities to connect with U.S. universities

💡 Our Fall 2024 student fairs are strategically timed to help universities reach high-intent students early, allowing enough time for application prep, visa guidance, and decision-making.

📅 Don’t scale back your efforts, double down where it still counts.

Join us and meet motivated students in regions where U.S. education is still the top choice.

To learn more about our upcoming event for Gulf, India and Latin America please visit www.isnexpo.com
For virtual webinars please visit www.isndigital.com. or email us at [email protected]

Source: https://www.insidehighered.com/news/global/international-students-us/2025/08/05/international-student-enrollment-could-drop-15

🎆 Happy 4th of July! 🇺🇸

Today we celebrate freedom, unity, and the spirit that brings us together. Wishing everyone a safe and joyful Independence Day filled with fireworks, laughter, and good memories. ❤️🤍💙

F-1 Visa Interviews Resume - What Recruiters Should Know

The U.S. has resumed F-1 visa interview appointments at embassies and consulates worldwide - welcome news for international recruitment teams. However, there’s a key update your applicants must be aware of:

Applicants are now required to provide access to all public social media accounts used in the past five years.

Profiles must be publicly visible during the interview. Failure to comply can result in administrative delays or even visa denial.

* As an admissions or recruitment professional, you may want to:
* Update students and partners about this new requirement.
* Encourage applicants to check privacy settings and clean up profiles.
* Monitor embassy websites regularly for appointment openings.

Why You Shouldn’t Miss ISN’s Upcoming GULF In-Person Event
Amid global visa concerns and shifting student mobility patterns, the Gulf region remains one of the most resilient and ready-to-go markets for U.S. international recruitment.

* Meet academically strong, financially prepared students.
* Engage with top-tier international schools in key Gulf cities.
* Build face-to-face connections that digital outreach just can’t match.

If you’re serious about sustaining your international enrollment numbers, this is your moment.

Gulf Expo Tour Schedule:

EducationUSA Regional Forum in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia - October 14-16, 2025
Continue your STUDENT RECRUITMENT TRIP with ISN
Day 1: Dubai Expo – October 18, 2025 - Radisson Dubai Waterfront
Day 2: Abu Dhabi Expo – October 19, 2025 - Intercontinental Abu Dhabi Hotel
Day 3: Fly to Oman – October 20, 2025
Day 4: Muscat Event – October 21, 2025- Sheraton Oman Hotel
Day 5: Fly to Bahrain – October 22, 2025
Day 6: Bahrain Expo – October 23, 2025- Wyndham Grand Manama

Expected Attendance: 400+ students for each city.
Gulf – 70% undergraduate & 30% graduate

Limited spots available for U.S. institutions.
DM me or email at [email protected] to reserve your spot.
Learn more visit www.isnexpo.com

Highlights from Last Spring Gulf Expo Tour!

From Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Manama, to Muscat, our Spring Gulf Expo was a powerful reminder of why in-person recruitment works.

We met thousands of academically qualified students, engaged with enthusiastic parents, and built strong relationships with top-tier international schools across the region.

🎓 What stood out?
✔️ High student turnout
✔️ Warm hospitality from partner schools
✔️ Productive conversations that turned into real applications
✔️ Engaged parents asking the right questions about U.S. admissions
✔️ Strong interest in STEM, Business, and Health Sciences programs
✔️ Quality time with counselors at top international and private schools
✔️ Students with strong English proficiency and academic records
✔️ A well-organized flow at each venue — making it easy to connect
✔️ Great peer-to-peer networking among participating university reps
✔️ Immediate follow-ups and lead nurturing post-event

If you missed it — don’t worry! The Fall 2025 Gulf Expo Tour is now open for registration.

📅 Tour Dates:

Dubai: Oct 18, 2025
Abu Dhabi: Oct 19, 2025
Muscat: Oct 21, 2025
Bahrain: Oct 23, 2025

Ready to build your Fall 2026 class in the Gulf?
Learn more: www.isnexpo.com