In February 2025, the first month of Donald Trump’s second term as U.S. President, the number of student visas issued to Indian nationals saw a sharp 30% decline compared to February 2024. This drop stands out against a more modest 4.75% decrease in overall student visa issuance to all countries.
The data has sparked concern among students and education consultants, especially given India’s large share of international students in the U.S. Analysts are watching closely to see if this signals a broader policy shift under the new administration.