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Indian Student Applications to US Colleges Drop 15 Percent
Moneycontrol20h
THE BRIEF
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A new report indicates a 15% decline in undergraduate applications from India to US colleges, marking one of the steepest drops globally.
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The downturn is attributed to increasing uncertainty surrounding visa regulations and the rising cost of American higher education.
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Many Indian students are now exploring alternative destinations or domestic options, signaling a shift in the long-standing 'American dream' aspiration.