ICEF Higher Education is a long-standing annual event dedicated exclusively to international higher education. For 2026, it will take place in Central London, connecting senior recruitment professionals from across the global higher education sector.
Over the course of the event, attendees will have the opportunity to connect with 150+ international student recruitment agents from more than 50 countries around the world, all established specialists in recruiting for higher education. Further ensuring quality, for this event, ICEF will only be accepting agencies that have achieved ICEF Agency Status, which means that they have undergone a more rigorous screening and reference checking process.
Additionally, delegates gain free access to the groundbreaking ICEF Monitor Global Summit (also available as an individual ticket), which is held on day one.
The summit, now on its third edition, is a landmark event that brings together influential professionals from across the sector to share knowledge, discuss trends, and support the sustainable growth of the industry
ICEF Higher Education offers unparalleled networking opportunities, with days two and three dedicated exclusively to connecting with new and existing partners. Benefit from up to 38 pre-scheduled one-to-one meetings, while the included lunches, coffee breaks, and evening receptions, provide additional informal opportunities to forge long-lasting, mutually beneficial links with partners and quality, ICEF accredited education agents from across more than 50 countries, representing all major outbound student markets.
Additionally, you’ll gain free access to the ICEF Monitor Global Summit, which offers a full-day programme of seminars, panel discussions, and roundtable debates, all providing a global perspective on the most pressing issues in international education. Fostering discussion and providing tangible takeaways, the summit supports the sustainable growth of international student recruitment.
Leveraging ICEF Monitor’s evidence-based approach to market intelligence for the sector, the summit provides a comprehensive exploration of key themes related to international student mobility.
For 2026, ICEF Higher Education will move to the Park Plaza Victoria Hotel. Ideally located in London’s West End and within walking distance of London Victoria station, it is a well-appointed venue that not only sits close to the city’s many landmarks but also offers excellent transport links.
Providing all the amenities to be expected from a state-of-the-art venue, including a dedicated, customisable meeting space, a top-quality bar and restaurant, as well as a fully-equipped fitness and wellness centre, the Park Plaza is a premium venue for ICEF Higher Education – comfortable, convenient, and contemporary.
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Only agencies with ICEF Agency Status may apply to attend this event.
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Tickets include all sessions, refreshments, lunch and the ICEF Higher Education evening reception. (Agents must have IAS accreditation).
166 agents and 82 educators from 65 countries.
ICEF is a guiding light that illuminates my path as an educational exchange agent. Through ICEF, I have connected with my most valuable partners—educators from around the world—making my professional journey more successful and fulfilling. Furthermore, I deeply value the research and insights...
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ICEF has been an invaluable platform for connecting with trusted partners worldwide. The events are well-organized, professional, and have truly helped us to expand our network and opportunities.
ICEF Higher Education is a great opportunity for agents who are interested in networking with high quality higher education providers from all over the world. The small size of the event allows us to really focus on the quality of the meetings, and there are many networking opportunities to...
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ICEF consistently excels at connecting leading education providers with agents who are committed to building high-quality partnerships.
Attending ICEF Higher Education was a truly valuable experience. I had the opportunity to establish new connections while also re-engaging with some of my earlier contacts. The event provided me with insightful exposure to the latest global trends in education.
ICEF events have become the most useful platform for all manner of people to meet and interact and then find a common purpose to do business. Really grateful for being invited 13 years ago. My business and myself are who we are because of ICEF.
