US International Student Enrollment Declines 17% Following Trump's Visa Restrictions

Nov 17, 2025 05:25 pm CST

New international student enrollment in US colleges has dropped by 17% this semester following the Trump administration's visa crackdown, continuing a downward trend from the previous academic year. Despite these challenges, the US remains the top global destination with approximately 1.2 million international students contributing nearly $55 billion to the American economy.