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October 2, 2024

1. Asian American immigrants’ experiences adjusting to life in the U.S.

About 2 in 3 Asian immigrants could speak or read English before moving to the U.S.

About 2 in 3 Asian immigrants could speak or read English before moving to the U.S.

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About 2 in 3 Asian immigrants could speak or read English before moving to the U.S.

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1. Asian American immigrants’ experiences adjusting to life in the U.S.
Demographic profile of Asian immigrants, 2022
Main reason Asian immigrants came to the U.S. varies across ethnic groups
Among Asian immigrants, those who came to the U.S. to escape conflict were more likely than others to get government financial support in their first 6 months in U.S.
The share of Asian immigrants who speak English proficiently has increased since 2000
About 2 in 3 Asian immigrants could speak or read English before moving to the U.S.
Large majorities of Asian immigrants say it’s important to have translated materials available in public institutions
Most Asian immigrants with a non-U.S. college degree say it was recognized by potential U.S. employers