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US colleges and universities saw a record high of over 1.1 million international students in 2023-2024, a 7% increase. India and China account for over half, contributing $43.8 billion to the US economy and supporting 378,000 jobs. Harvard, with over 7,000 international students (25% of enrollment), successfully fought a Trump administration attempt to restrict their enrollment. International students significantly impact US academics, athletics, and the economy.

Prepared by Emily Rhodes and reviewed by editorial team.