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Canada's population declined by 0.2% in the third quarter, marking its largest drop since 2020, primarily due to a crackdown on international students and a shift in immigration policy aimed at reducing non-permanent residents, which could have significant economic implications.
A BBC investigation reveals that despite a law since April 2022 criminalizing the sale of essay-writing services in the UK, essay cheating remains widespread at universities, with companies continuing to advertise and some students turning to these services, especially international students, amid concerns over detection and integrity.
DePaul University laid off 114 staff members due to a budget shortfall caused by rising costs and a significant drop in international graduate student enrollment, and is implementing a strategic plan to address financial challenges and invest in future initiatives.
The pipeline for Ph.D. students in U.S. universities is shrinking rapidly due to funding cuts, international visa restrictions, and changing perceptions of higher education, risking America's leadership in science and technology as other countries fill the gap.
The Trump administration proposed a 'compact' to UT-Austin and other universities, offering preferential federal funding in exchange for adopting strict policies on gender definitions, international student enrollment caps, and campus protest regulations, sparking concern among faculty about academic freedom and institutional autonomy.
The Trump administration's new $100,000 fee for H-1B visas is expected to significantly impact US universities, especially research institutions like Stanford and Columbia, by increasing costs and potentially reducing international hiring and enrollment, which could hinder research and innovation.
U.S. student visa arrivals have fallen to a four-year low, with a 19% decrease last month, largely due to Trump's immigration policies, impacting Asian students the most and causing a significant drop in international student enrollment and revenue for American universities.
US student visa arrivals in August dropped 19% year-on-year to the lowest since 2021, with a significant 24% decline from Asia, mainly due to stricter immigration policies, threatening US educational institutions and the economy which relies heavily on international students.
A Pew Research poll shows that nearly 80% of Americans support U.S. colleges accepting international students, with significant political and demographic variations, and some support restrictions on students from certain countries or criticizing U.S. foreign policy.
The US travel ban and visa restrictions on citizens from 19 countries have significantly impacted international students' ability to attend US colleges, causing delays, cancellations, and students seeking alternatives in Europe and other regions, amid broader immigration crackdowns.
The decline in international student enrollment in U.S. colleges, driven by stricter visa policies under the Trump administration, is causing significant financial strain on small and financially vulnerable institutions, including many Christian colleges, as international students contribute substantially to their revenue and budgets.
The Trump administration proposed a new rule to limit international students' stay in the US to a fixed four-year period, replacing the current 'duration of status' policy, which could reduce international student enrollment and increase bureaucratic hurdles, with educators warning of negative impacts on US higher education and global competitiveness.
The fall semester in U.S. universities sees a significant drop in international students, mainly due to visa delays and stricter immigration policies, impacting campuses and local economies, though some universities like Buffalo still maintain overall enrollment and diversity.
Bethany Lutheran College in Mankato is experiencing its largest international student intake ever, bucking the national trend of declining international enrollments due to stricter U.S. visa policies and travel bans, with a 50% increase this year and students from 35 countries, supported by the college's welcoming environment and efforts to reassure students and families.
Many international students are unable to attend U.S. universities this fall due to Trump's travel bans, visa delays, and increased vetting, leading to a significant drop in enrollment and concerns about talent loss and cultural exchange.