Original research supporting Chinese international students in the United States
VSC conducts independent research on topics that directly affect Chinese international students — including U.S. employment trends, visa policy changes, and career development. All publications are freely available to students, universities, and the public.
Featured Publication
2026 White Paper
2026 Chinese International Student Employment White Paper Status: Research in Progress — Publishing Second Half of 2026 Led by:
Dr. Barbara Zá Franks, Ed.D., Chief Research Officer:
An original research study examining U.S. employer attitudes toward F-1 graduates and the employment challenges facing Chinese international students. Based on interviews with 50+ U.S. companies and surveys of graduating students across the country.
VSC's research program operates in partnership with Avila University (Kansas City, MO), a WASC-accredited four-year university. Our MOU, signed in October 2025, supports educational research collaboration and academic integrity in our publications.