International Student Flow Slows in U.S. and Canada | Calgary News

Calgary News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 9, 2026 · 1m

International student enrollment in the U.S. and Canada is plummeting as stricter visa policies, caps, and bureaucratic hurdles push away global talent. The U.S. saw a 17% drop last year, while Canada’s study permits are sharply down—schools face budget cuts and hiring freezes as billions in student spending vanish. Tech innovation and global exchange hang in the balance, with hopeful whispers of easing in Canada but grim outlooks in the U.S. unless political rhetoric shifts. This isn’t just about enrollment—it’s about the future of talent, economy, and global collaboration. Listen in…