Postgraduate interest in US drops 40%, India sees 36.8% decline in early 2025

Interest in US postgraduate programs dropped by 40% in early 2025, with India experiencing a 36.8% decline, according to StudyPortals. The decline in demand is attributed to shifting perceptions of stability and opportunity in the US, alongside restrictive policies under the Trump administration. Meanwhile, the UK has seen a rise in international student interest, with some fields showing increases of up to 25%. The UK is increasingly viewed as a welcoming alternative to the US for postgraduate studies.