Student Uncertainty

As the United States prepares for a new presidential administration, uncertainty looms over the future of its immigration policies.

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For international students, particularly the large and growing population of Indian students, the stakes are high. Concerns about po tential travel bans and policy changes have resurfaced, bri n ging back memories of previous disruptions caused by sudden executive orders. These developments call for a deeper examination of the vulnerabilities in the global education ecosystem and the resilience required to navigate such challenges. Indian students have long been a vital part of the US academic landscape, contributing not only to the economy but also to the intellectual and cultural diversity of institutions. With their numbers surpassing those of Chinese students in recent years, they re present a demographic that is both significant and deeply invested in the American education system. However, this reliance on the US as a primary destination for higher education also exposes them to geopolitical risks. The potential for abrupt policy shifts, particularly around