International enrolment fell 42% after pandemic: surveyThe number of Indian students in the United States dropped 4.4% in 2019-20, the worst drop in over a decade, according to initial data released on Monday from a study funded by the U.S. government. However, the number of Indian students in the U.S. dropped to 4.4 per cent to 1.93 lakh in 2019-20, after six straight years of growth. A survey of fall enrolment at 700 institutions showed that 20 per cent of their international students are studying online this year. Also read: Indian students completing master’s in U.S. stand better chance to get H-1B visasAdmissions deferredThe total number of international students — including those studying online — dipped 16 per cent. Online worriesFor those who have chosen to study online, the challenges can be overwhelming.

Source: The Hindu November 16, 2020 17:14 UTC