Research

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

Dr. Barbara Zá Franks, Ed.D.

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.
Research Articles

Explore Our Research Articles

Community Spotlight
June 11, 2026

The Aspiration–Outcome Gap

Career Intentions vs. Labor Market Outcomes Among Chinese International Students inthe U.S.

Community Spotlight
July 3, 2026

Visa Anxiety and Labor Market Behavior

How Immigration Uncertainty Shapes Job Search Strategy and Outcomes

Community Spotlight
July 16, 2026

Beyond Volume

Why More Applications Do Not Guarantee Interviews  for International Students

Research team

Meet Our Research Team

Dr. Barbara Zá Franks, Ed.D.

Chief Research Officer
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Emily Dearmas

Industry Research Consultant
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Jeffrey Wang, MBA

China-U.S. Career Research Fellow
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Partner Institution - Avila University MOU

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.