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International students report positive experience in BC public post secondary Institution.
An online survey released on July 28th, 2009 shows that 90 percent of
students rate the quality of education in BC as an important factor for deciding
to study here. This survey was done on over 5000 international students
attending BC's public post-secondary institutions. Some of the results of the
survey are as follows:

• 71 percent of international students are satisfied or very satisfied with
  the quality of their education.


• Over two thirds were satisfied or very satisfied with the institution they
  are attending.


• 70 percent are satisfied with their teachers


• Almost two thirds of those surveyed would recommend their post-secondary
  institution to others.


• 32 percent plan to continue their education in BC after they complete
  their current program


• 54 percent intend to work in BC after completing their studies

More than 25,000 international students from 150 countries are currently
registered in BC's public post-secondary institutions. International students
have created close to 6000 jobs while contributing $511 million annually to the
provincial economy. BC draws about 30% of international students who come to
Canada, most from Asia-Pacific.

"B.C. offers international students the advantages of access to a superior
quality education system, a high standard of living, a multicultural society,
stable surroundings, and stunning natural beauty," said Moira Stilwell, Minister
of Advanced Education and Labour Market Development. "This survey confirms that
British Columbia has a world-class education system and a proud tradition of
welcoming international students to its borders."