Examining language anxiety and academic success of Saudi international students in U.S. colleges
Year: 2025
Type: article
Study design: Observational Study
Abstract: This study examines the relationship between academic performance (GPA), Foreign Language Classroom Anxiety (FLCA), and English proficiency (IELTS scores) among Saudi international students in the United States while considering demographic factors such as gender, age, college major, and length of U.S. residency. Data from 551 students, collected via an online survey, reveal a moderate negative relationship between FLCA and GPA but no significant correlation between IELTS scores and GPA. Regression analysis identifies key predictors of academic performance, including low FLCA levels, college majors, and earning a master’s degree in English-speaking countries. The findings emphasize the importance of addressing language anxiety and demographic diversity to enhance academic success for Saudi students in U.S. colleges.
DOI: 10.32674/8cf0b460
Authors: Shahinaz Alkhaldi, Krishna Bista
Institution: Star Technology and Research (United States)
Language: English
Subfield: Language and Linguistics
Field: Arts and Humanities
Domain: Social Sciences
SDG: Quality education
Open Access status: diamond
OpenAlex ID: W4407424944