2026 International ACAC Conference Session Proposal Form

This session draws on the China ICAC Annual Report (Classes of 2022–2025), an ongoing research initiative led by counselors with data collected directly from high school–based practitioners. As of March 2025, over 500 counselors representing 380+ public, bilingual, and international schools across mainland China have contributed to this unique dataset. The report offers valuable insights into admissions and counseling trends, the stakeholders who make the final decision on matriculation, college readiness, the impact of AI, and counselors' well-being. Attendees will gain a deeper understanding of the evolving counseling landscape and student pathways in one of the world’s fastest-changing education markets. For admissions professionals, whether new to the region or experienced in recruiting from mainland China, this session will help validate current strategies while opening space for further dialogue and collaboration. High school counselors in China, East Asia, and beyond will benefit from a clearer view of counselor dynamics, institutional priorities, and emerging opportunities. Co-presenters include Xiaoqiao Zhang, professor and researcher with extensive experience in U.S. liberal arts recruitment; Wei Lin, who has supported student recruitment from mainland China for over a decade; and Francis Miller, co-chair of the China ICAC Membership Committee. Together, the team will provide layered perspectives grounded in research and professional practice. Updated findings from the Class of 2025, scheduled for release in April during the China ICAC annual conference, will be incorporated ahead of the International ACAC summer conference, ensuring the session reflects the most current data available.