21特写｜国家科学中心里的“学霸工厂”

Core Insights - The article highlights the increasing number of Chinese students receiving early admission offers from prestigious universities in the U.S. and U.K., despite a declining trend in overall international student numbers [4][6][9] - New international schools are emerging in various cities, particularly in regions designated as national science centers, which are attracting families with a background in overseas education [10][12][13] Group 1: Admission Trends - In 2026, Ivy League schools and other top U.S. universities issued over 120 offers to mainland Chinese students, maintaining a high acceptance rate compared to previous years [4] - The concentration of offers is primarily from a limited number of high schools, with only about 50 schools having sent students to Ivy League institutions in the past decade [4][6] - Notably, some emerging schools outside major cities are achieving significant success, such as Qinglan Mountain School, which received multiple offers from top universities [7][12] Group 2: Regional Developments - The article categorizes cities based on their international education development levels, with first-tier cities like Beijing and Shanghai leading, followed by second-tier cities like Nanjing and third-tier cities like Dongguan [5][6] - New international schools are being established in cities like Hefei and Xi'an, which have recently been designated as national science centers, enhancing their educational offerings [11][12] Group 3: Parental Demographics - There is a growing trend of "returnee" parents, who have studied abroad, influencing the demand for international education [13][16] - Research indicates that over 50% of parents in preparatory study abroad families hold a bachelor's degree or higher, with 25% having overseas study experience, reflecting a shift in the demographic profile of parents seeking international education for their children [16]