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Harvard Drops to Third as Chinese Universities Surge

1/16/2026

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  • Harvard University has dropped to third in global rankings as Chinese universities rise rapidly, due in part to funding cuts under U.S. President Donald Trump.
  • Critics argue that these policies could accelerate the decline of American higher education.
  • Harvard is negotiating with the federal government and making concessions on diversity initiatives.
  • Changes include merging support centers for minority students and altering recruitment processes.