Record-breaking surge of Indian students fuels international student growth at US colleges

The number of international students attending US universities rebounded last year, with a 12% increase in the 2022-23 academic year, the largest single-year increase in over 40 years. The surge was fueled by a 35% jump in students from India, making it the second-largest source of international students after China. The increase in Indian students reflects a shift in demand, as interest from China has decreased due to chilly international relations and competition from UK and Canadian universities. US colleges have been actively recruiting in India, which is predicted to have the world's largest population this year. Graduate programs, particularly in math and computer science, saw the most growth, while undergraduate numbers increased slightly. The rebound in international enrollment is expected to continue, with an 8% increase this fall.