International Student Interest in U.S. Higher Education Surges Following Midterm Elections

New data suggests a significant surge in international student interest in studying in the United States after Democrats gained control of Congress in the recent midterm elections. Web page views for on-campus programs at U.S. colleges and universities rose 40 percent between November 1 and November 8, according to Studyportals. This increase follows a nearly two-year decline in international student enrollment amidst a changing federal policy environment.