As a response to the global crisis caused by the COVID-19 pandemic most EU and OECD countries have closed their national borders. Many universities were also temporarily closed. The international students faced various difficulties related to e.g. admission or enrollment to Higher Education Institutions (HIEs). We invite you to read the new EMN – OECD Inform that maps the impact of the pandemic situation and measures adopted to mitigate the impact on international students in EU and OECD countries.
The main findings of the Inform indicate that some EU and OECD countries modified or adapted their admission processes related to residence permits. Many HEIs also adapted their enrolment and admission procedures. Some countries have issued guidelines to HEIs in order to facilitate international student flows, respecting safety measures in place to combat the pandemic. Many countries introduced temporary measures to mitigate the financial impact that COVID-19 is having on international students, for example by increasing maximum working hours or opening access to national funds.
The Inform makes part of a series of Informs prepared by the EMN and OECD as a response to the COVID-19 pandemic in the migration area.