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Seeing opportunities in markets like China and the middle East, U.S. universities -- including New York University, Cornell and the Rochester Institute of Technology -- are opening campuses abroad. The article notes that this opens up new markets (and revenue streams) for the universities. It could also help to solidify ties with foreign students who might go on to pursue graduate degrees or jobs in the U.S.

[Link to the New York Times]

This report examines Cornell University's impact on the economy of New York State, the Central New York region, Tompkins County and New York City. This includes the impact of Weill Cornell Medical College in New York City and the statewide impact of Cornell Cooperative Extension's programs.