Indian Students' US College Applications Drop 15% Amid Tightening Immigration Rules: Report
Washington, Aug 25: Amid the tightening of immigration policies, the number of Indian students seeking admission to US colleges declined by 15 per cent in 2025-26 over the previous year, according to a report. Decline in applications A report, representing over 1,100 institutions, released by the Common App, shows that although application volume for undergraduate admission in the upcoming…
Washington, Aug 25: A recent report by the Common App, representing over 1,100 institutions, reveals a 15% decline in the number of Indian students applying to US colleges between 2025-26 and the previous year. Despite an overall increase in application volume for undergraduate admission in the upcoming 2026-27 academic year, international applicants saw a significant 10% drop as of March 1, the steepest decline ever recorded.
This report, conducted by a non-profit organization, specifically highlighted a 15% decrease in applications from India, the top source of international students in the US. With over 3.63 lakh students enrolling for various courses during the 2024-25 academic year, India remains the largest provider of international students in the United States.
The US government recently proposed an additional fee of USD 98 lakhs on Cap-subject H-1B visa applications, which may further impact the immigration policies affecting Indian students.
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