A new report from NAFSA, Oxford Test of English and Studyportals found that nearly half of surveyed U.S. institutions saw declines in undergraduate international enrollment this year and 63% reported drops at the graduate level. Respondents increasingly blamed visa restrictions and inconsistent government policy—82% now see policy barriers as a major factor, up sharply from last year. By contrast, institutions in Asia and parts of Europe reported growth or stability in international inflows. U.S. colleges told researchers they plan to diversify recruiting markets, expand online offerings, or prepare for budget cuts as they respond to weaker international tuition streams. Campus leaders and admissions directors will face pressure to rebuild international pipelines, adapt financial models reliant on overseas tuition, and coordinate with federal agencies to restore visa clarity and institutional confidence.