Amid Trump crackdown on Chinese students, one US university appears to block them altogether

Purdue University is facing accusations of unofficially blocking admissions for students from China and other countries designated as US adversaries, including Russia, Iran, Venezuela, Cuba, and North Korea. This alleged policy follows pressure from US legislators concerned about national security risks associated with Chinese students accessing critical research. Students, faculty, and alumni are protesting the purported blanket ban, arguing it undermines academic values and have sent a letter to Purdue leadership demanding clarification and restoration of rescinded offers. While Purdue denies the existence of a formal ban, it has not addressed specific allegations regarding rescinded offers or internal instructions to admissions committees. The controversy highlights growing concerns about foreign influence and security within US universities.

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