Surge in American University Applications Amid Trump Education Policies

April 17, 2025, 4:21 pm

Canadian universities are witnessing a notable increase in applications from American students, a direct consequence of recent policies and rhetoric from former President Donald Trump that have affected U.S. higher education. Faced with uncertainties at home, many American students are now opting to study in Canada where academic environments are perceived as more welcoming and stable. This shift underscores the significant impact political decisions can have on international student mobility and the evolving landscape of cross-border education.

Bluesky: @winnipegfreepress.com


ledevoir.com / Les universités canadiennes observent une forte hausse de candidatures américaines

Cette tendance est observée alors que Donald Trump dénigre l’enseignement supérieur.

thestar.com / As Trump targets education, Canadian universities seeing surge in American applicants

A number of universities across the country are reporting a rise in interest and applications from American students.

thestar.com / U.S. students look north as Trump freezes funding to American universities

VANCOUVER - The University of British Columbia has briefly reopened admissions for its graduate programs to take applications from U.S. citizens in what is a growing trend for Canadian institutions as the American president denigrates higher learning.

winnipegfreepress.com / U.S. students look north as Trump freezes funding to American universities

nationalpost.com / American applications to Canadian universities jump as shadow of Trump crackdown spreads over U.S. colleges

Since application deadlines were shortly after the presidential inauguration the full picture of U.S interest may take time to show


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