University of North Texas President Harrison Keller said the institution faces a structural budget deficit driven by reduced state appropriations and a sharp decline in international graduate enrollment tied to visa constraints. Keller described the immediate impact as a loss of about $16 million in state formula funding for instruction and operations, plus a larger hit from international students: UNT said it admitted about 2,700 master’s students who were unable to attend, resulting in a net reduction of roughly 2,500 international students compared with the prior year. In response, UNT said it has cut over 70 low-enrolling academic programs, including certificates and some master’s degrees, and is pursuing major organizational and academic restructuring intended to be completed by next fall. The announcement underscores how rapidly changing international enrollment conditions can force near-term academic portfolio decisions—especially when fixed costs and state funding formulas limit flexibility.