The Value of Study Abroad beyond Labor Market Benefits

Study abroad shapes global citizens and serves the public good, yet it’s still marketed as a career boost—even as evidence of labor-market returns declines. Time to rethink how we value, promote, and research overseas study.

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International Higher Education
Published
2025-06-16
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https://doi.org/10.6017/895b9e0d.80731359
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Higher Education Learning Practices
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The Value of Study Abroad beyond Labor Market Benefits

Georgiana Mihut
International Higher Education
Higher Education Learning Practices
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The Value of Study Abroad beyond Labor Market Benefits

Georgiana Mihut
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Abstract

Study abroad shapes global citizens and serves the public good, yet it’s still marketed as a career boost—even as evidence of labor-market returns declines. Time to rethink how we value, promote, and research overseas study.

International Higher Education
University of Warwick (GB)
Decent work and economic growth
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Higher Education Learning Practices
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