Recent debates surrounding international students in the U.S. highlight their significant economic contributions, amounting to $44 billion. However, the Trump administration has pushed for policies that could limit foreign enrollment, including a proposed cap at Harvard University. A judge has intervened, blocking efforts to bar the university from enrolling international students. Various experts and educators emphasize the vital role that these students play in enhancing American campuses and local economies. Studies indicate that a decline in international student numbers could cost U.S. colleges billions and create a looming crisis for higher education.