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Italian student international mobility trends

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Italian students are demonstrating a growing interest in international educational experiences, though their preferred destinations are shifting. Initially, trends indicated a surge in interest toward the United States, with significant projected increases in bookings for American high school programs through 2028. This interest was driven by the American school system’s academic flexibility and extracurricular offerings. However, more recent data suggests a shift in mobility preferences. While interest in traditional Western destinations like the United States has declined, interest in China as a study destination is projected to rise to 45% in 2026. This change is attributed to technological innovation, access to emerging markets, and a desire to learn the Chinese language, alongside an increase in positive sentiment toward China. A study by Fondazione Intercultura ets and Ipsos-Doxa confirms this shift, noting that interest in China rose from 29% in 2017 to 45% in 2026, while interest in the United States fell from 84% to 72%. Key drivers for the Chinese interest include technological innovation (45%), access to emerging markets (44%), and language acquisition (37%). Positive sentiment toward China has also seen a substantial increase, rising from 54% to 88%. The research, presented in Rome, indicates that 21% of students were first introduced to Chinese culture through school textbooks or teacher-led activities.

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