Universities of Wisconsin Sees Slight Enrollment Drop, Mostly From International Students

International student losses drive UW system enrollment dip

International student enrollment is falling again across Wisconsin’s public universities as federal policies put pressure on that population.

International student losses pull down UW system enrollment

International student enrollment is falling again across Wisconsin’s public universities as federal policies put pressure on that population.

Universities of Wisconsin sees slight enrollment drop, mostly from international students

MADISON, Wis. -- Enrollment at the Universities of Wisconsin dropped slightly this year compared to last, but still remained above 160,000 students.

UW schools see fewer international students, enrollment down 1%

There are 163,260 students systemwide, which is a decline of 1,732 students from fall 2025.