FLINT, MI (WNEM) -
Officials at University of Michigan-Flint say enrollment as increased at the school for the ninth consecutive year. They attribute the increase to a surge in international students.
For fall 2012, there are 348 international students on the UM-Flint campus, up 94 students — or 37 percent. Overall graduate and undergrad enrollment neared 8,300 (8,289) for a new historical high.
The overall growth for fall 2012 is 0.33 percent. Other areas of increase include:
- 0.36% increase in undergraduate- 6,984
- 0.15% increase in graduate students-1,305
- 8.3% increase in student veterans-249
- 49.3% increase in dual enrollment – 206
"While UM-Flint continues to attract students from Michigan and the Midwest, our outstanding international reputation continues to bring a new, diverse population to learn in Flint," stated Chancellor Ruth J. Person. "Continually striving to internationalize our campus is beneficial for our students and the community."
International students are from 42 countries. The list of top countries includes:
- Saudi Arabia
- China
- India
- Nigeria
- Canada
- South Korea
"This fall we are excited to welcome our largest cohort of incoming international students to the University of Michigan-Flint," said Daniel Adams, director of the UM-Flint International Center. "The continued growth of students from around the globe reflects the quality of education they receive from our renowned faculty as well as the welcoming climate here on campus."
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