Reported about 1 year ago
A declining birth rate in Taiwan is causing a drastic decrease in the number of students attending private colleges and universities, with experts predicting that several schools may face closure in four years. This trend has already resulted in the shutdown of 11 institutions over the past decade, with four private universities scheduled to close by the end of July. In response to this crisis, private schools are intensifying recruitment efforts, with professors even resorting to personally recruiting students to meet enrollment quotas or face negative consequences such as reduced bonuses or salaries. This challenging environment has prompted many professors to consider leaving for public institutions or the private sector, creating a concerning cycle for private colleges and universities as they struggle to cope with the impact of declining student numbers.
Source: YAHOO