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 enrollment stays above 163,000 despite drop in international students

MADISON (WKOW) — The Universities of Wisconsin maintained enrollment above 163,000 students this fall after three straight years of growth, according to preliminary estimates.

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 2026 enrollment mostly steady despite international student drop

International student declines push UW system enrollment down 1% in fall 2026 estimates

Estimates show fall 2026 enrollment at 163,260 students, a decline of 1,732 students overall, with 1,100 of those being international students.