Total postsecondary enrollment in the U.S. rose about 1% in fall 2025, driven primarily by undergraduate growth at community colleges and public four‑year institutions, the National Student Clearinghouse reported. The gains masked sectoral shifts: private nonprofit four‑year enrollment fell and graduate enrollment slipped slightly, propelled by a nearly 6% drop in international graduate students. Dual‑enrollment and certificate programs accounted for a meaningful share of community‑college growth, underscoring shifting student demand toward short‑term credentials and secondary‑to‑college pathways.