Immigration data showed a sharp decline of nearly 50% in the number of students arriving from India to US universities in July and August 2025 compared to the same period last year. This significant drop is expected to impact the 2025-26 academic year and poses challenges for American colleges that rely heavily on international students, according to a Forbes report.

Additionally, a survey reveals that 54% of students would avoid US universities without the Optional Practical Training (OPT) program, putting enrolment and university funding at risk.

India remains the largest resource country for international students in the US.

Data from the US International Trade Administration, based on ADIS/I-94 immigration records, showed that student arrivals from India fell by 44.5%, from 74,8

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