Tianjin's post-90s study abroad fever increased by 20% in 2009.

Once upon a time, studying abroad was still a "luxury" for Tianjin residents, but now this "high-end consumption" has become more and more popular. According to the data of the Ministry of Education, in 2008, the number of students studying abroad in China reached.

179,800, of which16,438+06,000 were studying abroad at their own expense. A few days ago, the reporter also learned from many overseas study institutions and IELTS English training institutions in Tianjin that "young students" have become the main force in the overseas study market this summer. The "post-90s" who went abroad to study at their own expense after the college entrance examination in 2009 accounted for 60%-70% of the total number of students studying abroad in the summer of 2009. (Reporter Hou Wei Intern Wei Shi)

Summer study abroad fever

The number of students studying abroad is expected to increase by 20%

Studying abroad in summer vacation is like the weather now. How can it be called "hot"? Yesterday, the reporter saw that the telephone number of Huitong Foreign Language consulting studying abroad kept ringing, and the parents and students who consulted studying abroad on the spot were also enthusiastic. It is worth noting that most of these people who call or consult on the spot are fresh high school graduates. It is reported that the number of students studying abroad in Tianjin increased by about 1/3 last year compared with 2007. According to the current market trend, the number of students studying abroad will increase by at least 20% this year.

At the consultation site, the reporter met Deng Xue, a post-90s student, who scored 6 points in the IELTS test and is about to embark on the road of studying in new york. Talking about the reason why he chose to study abroad at such an age, Deng Xue said: "In the past, the high tuition fees for studying abroad were simply impossible for an ordinary family. Most of the outstanding college students who were able to go abroad at that time were able to get full scholarships or were sent to work abroad, and the expenses were not borne by themselves. It's different now. It is no longer a dream for us to go abroad for further study at our own expense, and families with better economic conditions can afford it, not to mention that many foreign universities will provide opportunities for work-study programs. "

"Now affected by the financial crisis, the employment pressure in China is increasing, and many parents want to send their children abroad to study at universities." Deng Xue's father said that after graduating from Deng Xue University, it is estimated that the impact of the financial turmoil has gradually subsided. By then, it will be easier to find a job, whether abroad or at home. Moreover, it will be more advantageous to find a job after returning to China.

Deng Xue said that a few years ago, studying in the United States required TOEFL, and studying in European countries such as the United Kingdom required IELTS. The two exams were not related. Nowadays, IELTS has been gradually recognized by American countries such as the United States and Canada. As long as you pass the IELTS test, you can choose to study in the United States, Europe and Australia, which is much more convenient than before, which is one of the reasons for the large increase in the number of young international students after 1990.

Study abroad army

Small "international students" account for 60% to 70%

"In the past, 80% of international students were university graduates who went abroad to study for graduate students, but now high school students who go abroad to study in high schools and universities account for the majority, and the trend of studying abroad is becoming more and more obvious." Mr. Song, the person in charge of a transfer station for studying abroad recognized by Tianjin Labor Department, said, "The post-90s generation accounts for about 60%-70% of the total number of students studying abroad this summer. This shows that under the influence of many factors, this year's high school graduates have become the main force of the' new generation' to study abroad. "

Mr. Song said that under the conditions of the financial crisis, the employment winter is coming. In addition to college students who are determined to go abroad, many high school graduates have decided to go abroad temporarily this year. "Curve employment" has given birth to the upsurge of studying abroad to some extent. At the same time, with the improvement of China's economic level, universities in many western countries have relaxed their enrollment policies and introduced various preferential policies in order to attract more China students. Under the influence of these factors,

Nowadays, the way for China students to study abroad has become more and more "unimpeded". At the same time, the operation of Tianjin's immigration institutions for studying abroad is becoming more and more mature, and the "one-stop" study abroad service makes it more convenient to go abroad.

expert opinion/advice

The pressure of studying abroad at a younger age is greater.

Regarding the upsurge of studying abroad at a young age, many education experts in Tianjin said that studying abroad is good for personal development, but it is not suitable for everyone, and not all "returnees" can find good jobs. In addition, studying abroad at one's own expense requires families to bear a lot of expenses, especially for young international students, which is a "venture capital".

Experts said that the "post-90 s" international students are still young, and their outlook on life and values are not yet fully mature. Compared with college students who have worked for several years or "on-the-job" international students, different social cultures and environments will bring them greater pressure. Moreover, western education is a model of "pursuing" lenient entry and strict exit. Parents must consider their children's personal conditions and abilities in all aspects, and choose a school that suits them, instead of blindly comparing. In addition, both at home and abroad, employers pay more attention to the practical ability of candidates, so when studying abroad, they should pay more attention to the cultivation of their own abilities while obtaining diplomas.