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flag U.S. college international enrollment fell 19% in 2025, mainly due to stricter visas and safety concerns, harming school finances and research.

flag International student enrollment in U.S. colleges dropped by 19% in 2025, with a sharp decline among Asian students, driven by stricter visa policies, increased scrutiny, and concerns over campus safety under recent federal actions. flag Institutions like DePaul University reported a 30% drop in international enrollment, prompting widespread cost-cutting, hiring freezes, and job losses at schools including Johns Hopkins and Northwestern. flag The decline, attributed to visa delays, social media demands, and reduced research funding, has threatened institutional finances and research capacity, with international students contributing $37 billion to the economy in 2024–2025—potentially losing nearly $7 billion this year.

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