For the first time in 15 years, Indian international students have surpassed Chinese students in numbers across U.S. universities.

Indian Students Overtake Chinese in US Universities for the First Time in 15 Years.

For over a decade, Chinese students dominated U.S. international education, driven by aspirations of the American Dream.

However, recent figures from the U.S. State Department and Institute of International Education reveal Indian students now account for 29% of international enrollees, surpassing China’s 25%.

Factors like U.S.-China tensions, safety concerns, and a declining Chinese youth population contributed to this shift.

Meanwhile, India’s young, growing population fuels demand for overseas education.

U.S. universities remain vital hubs for Indian students, particularly in tech and AI fields.