Nigeria ranks seventh globally and first in Africa as a leading source of international students in the United States, according to the 2024 Open Doors Report.
For the 2023/2024 academic year, 20,029 Nigerian students enrolled in US colleges and universities, representing a 13.5% increase from the previous year. The 2024 Open Doors Report reveals that the US now hosts a record 1,126,690 international students, the highest number in history.
The US Embassy made this disclosure in a statement issued on Tuesday, highlighting Nigeria’s growing presence in US higher education.
The report was released during International Education Week, an event dedicated to celebrating the benefits of global education and exchange.
Nigerian students make up a significant portion of the international student population in the US, known for their academic excellence and dedication to higher education.
Over 55% of Nigerian students in the US are enrolled in graduate-level studies, contributing to the academic and cultural diversity of American universities.
The 2024 Open Doors Report highlights a record-breaking 1,126,690 international students in US colleges and universities, the highest number ever recorded. This record in international student enrollment coincides with the 75th anniversary of the Open Doors Report, a key benchmark for international educational exchange in the US.
Nigerian students, alongside other international students, play a crucial role in enriching the academic and cultural environments of US higher education institutions.
Nigeria ranks as the top African country and the seventh-largest globally in sending students to the US, with 20,029 students enrolled in the 2023/2024 academic year.
The steady growth in Nigerian student enrollment highlights the strong educational ties between the US and Nigeria, reflecting high demand for US education.
Sub-Saharan Africa continues to be the fastest-growing region for international education, with a 13% increase in student mobility in 2023/2024, following an 18% rise the previous year. Educational exchanges between the US and Nigeria enhance mutual understanding and global collaboration, benefiting both nations.
The Open Doors Report, which serves as a benchmark for international educational exchange, was released during International Education Week, celebrating its 75th anniversary.
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