Record International Student Enrollment in U.S. Raises Economic Impact Concerns

With over 1.1 million international students, experts debate future enrollment trends under potential policy changes.

The U.S. hosted a record 1,126,690 international students in the 2023-2024 academic year, marking a 7% increase from the previous year.
International students contributed $50 billion to the U.S. economy, primarily through tuition fees and living expenses.
India has surpassed China as the largest source of international students in the U.S., with a 23% increase to 331,602 students.
California remains the top destination for international students, with institutions like USC and UC Berkeley leading in enrollments.
Experts express concerns about potential policy changes under a second Trump administration affecting future international student enrollment.