International Student
Solutions
During these challenging times where International students are uncertain about or unable to travel, there is a clear and present need for flexible support. API is here to help with solutions that allow these students to remain enrolled at our U.S. partner institutions, while participating in online coursework or in-person instruction abroad. Learn more about how these programs can benefit your institution and your students across the globe.
Current Challenges Facing International Students
International students are a vital part of U.S. universities—but the path to earning a prestigious American degree is becoming increasingly complex. Among the most pressing challenges include:
Visa & Immigration Barriers
Students face unpredictable scenarios, delays, rejections, and stress due to ever-changing U.S. immigration policies.
High Tuition and Living Expenses
The cost of attending a U.S. university continues to rise, with total annual expenses often exceeding $60,000 USD.
Disruptions in Academic Progress
Travel restrictions, health crises, and political uncertainty can derail semester continuity and delay graduation.
Safety and Well-being Concerns
Students and families increasingly prioritize environments that offer safety, mental health support, and social stability.
Here’s How API Can Help:
Maintain Enrollment and Revenue
With API’s international support, your students remain enrolled at your institution while participating in online coursework or in-person instruction abroad. This allows for an uninterrupted student experience and sustains institutional revenue.
Implement with Ease
API currently operates in more than 20 countries, giving our expert team the infrastructure to implement quickly and customized solutions to meet each institution’s needs.
Offer Popular Destinations
Our cohort-based, custom model is available in China, Italy, Portugal, Spain and more. We are focused on consulting with our partners to design unique, creative solutions that will enhance your strategic response to the ongoing challenges.
Manage Risk
API’s experienced on-site Resident Directors are available 24/7 to efficiently enact an emergency response plan as needed. Our programs also include an on-site orientation, with a focus on health and safety, as well as comprehensive international medical and life insurance.
Put Academics First
API programs allow for in-classroom delivery of strong academics via our well-respected host institution partners abroad. Students can also access thousands of online courses to supplement their major/minor requirements. In addition, we also offer enrollment management and logistical support or coordination as needed by home campuses.
Provide Housing and Activities
Safe and convenient housing is available, along with API-led cultural and social activities designed to help students build community and maintain a connection to your campus/institutional culture. Innovative virtual workspaces allow for students to connect with people from around the world and expand their global awareness and intercultural understanding.
Featured Partner: Richmond American University
API is proud to offer international students a streamlined, cost-effective, and academically rigorous alternative: complete one or more semesters abroad at Richmond American University London, a U.K.-based university that delivers a fully accredited U.S. degree. Why Richmond University London?
Dual Accreditation
Richmond offers degrees recognized in both the U.S. and U.K., ensuring full transferability and academic equivalency for U.S.-based students.
Safe, Central London Campus
Students benefit from living and learning in one of the world’s safest, most international cities—with robust student support services and cultural enrichment.
U.S.-Style Education Abroad
With its liberal arts model, credit structure, and English-language instruction, Richmond provides a seamless academic experience aligned with U.S. expectations.
Integrated API Support
From pre-departure advising to on-site staff and 24/7 emergency response, API ensures a secure, guided experience every step of the way.
Big Solutions for
ANY NUMBER OF STUDENTS
While we have repeatedly proven to be able to deliver solutions for large groups of students, we can also help you with 3, 5 or even 1 student who wants to study with you while in their home (or another) country. At API, *every* student matters and we can help you place each and every one.
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LET’S DO THIS!
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