Harvard Admissions Shift: Indian Students Decline, Chinese Surge Amid Trump Crackdown

• Harvard University recorded a record number of foreign students in Fall 2025, despite the Trump administration's efforts to limit foreign enrollment.
• The number of Chinese students at Harvard surged by 4.5% to 1,452, making them the largest international group.
• Conversely, Indian student enrollment at Harvard declined by approximately 31%, from 788 in 2024-25 to 545 in Fall 2025.
• Overall foreign enrollment at US universities dropped by 1%, but Harvard saw a slight rise, particularly in graduate programs.
• The increase in foreign students at Harvard is significant given the US government's scrutiny over student visas, funding, and alleged antisemitism.

Why It Matters: Despite US government pressure, Harvard saw a record foreign student intake, with Chinese numbers up and Indian down.