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As White House shifts focus toward AI and tech, U.S. science leaders defend role of the American university

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In October 2026, MIT reported a 20% reduction in graduate enrollments from 500 in 2024 to 400, driven by a $100 million federal research award cut. MIT President Sally Kornbluth attributed the decision to a conservative funding strategy to prevent mid-PhD students from losing support, noting she lacks foresight to predict future funding shifts. The article highlights the tension between national AI priorities and university financial constraints.

Key points

• MIT enrolled 400 graduate students in October 2026, representing a 20% decrease from 500 in 2024 following a $100 million federal research award reduction.
• MIT President Sally Kornbluth stated the enrollment cut was a deliberate conservative measure to ensure students do not finish their Ph.D.s without funding support.

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Data reflects October 2026 enrollment figures; the article does not specify the total number of students enrolled or the specific reasons for the $100 million funding reduction beyond the stated strategy.

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