"The United States has long been one of the most popular destinations for international students pursuing graduate studies. But pauses to some of the country's university PhD programmes and the imposition of visa restrictions for students from certain countries have prompted other nations to try to attract those students who have been affected by the changes or who no longer want to study in the United States. US President Donald Trump's administration has proposed slashing budgets at some of the country's top scientific agencies and has frozen funds for grants and contracts for universities."
"In July, Western University in Ontario launched a Doctoral Excellence Award, targeting current and prospective students of US universities, including those who have had an offer rescinded in the past six months, at US universities ranked in the top 100 globally. Initially, 25 PhD students will be supported, receiving a PhD stipend for up to four years of study, as well as "fast-tracked admissions and help finding a supervisor", says Florentine Strzelczyk, Weste"
The United States has been a major destination for international graduate students, but disruptions to PhD programmes and visa restrictions have reduced its appeal. Proposed budget cuts and frozen university grant funds have increased uncertainty for prospective researchers. Reports indicate international student arrivals fell 30% in June year-on-year, according to the US International Trade Administration. Researchers predict that countries such as Canada, Australia, the UK, Europe, China and India stand to benefit as talented PhD candidates seek alternatives. Canadian universities have launched targeted initiatives, including stipends, fast-tracked admissions and supervisor‑matching support to attract displaced applicants.
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