A new report from the National Science Board shows a significant increase in the number of students pursuing graduate degrees in science and engineering (S&E) fields in the United States. The report, "Science and Engineering Indicators 2023," found that the number of S&E graduate students enrolled in U.S. universities increased by 11% between 2011 and 2021. This increase was driven by a surge in the number of international students pursuing S&E graduate degrees in the United States. The report also found that the number of S&E graduate degrees awarded by U.S. universities increased by 14% between 2011 and 2021. This increase was also driven by a surge in the number of international students earning S&E graduate degrees in the United States.
The report's findings suggest that the United States remains a top destination for international students pursuing S&E graduate degrees. This is likely due to a number of factors, including the high quality of U.S. S&E graduate programs, the strong job market for S&E graduates in the United States, and the welcoming environment for international students in the United States. The report's findings also suggest that the United States is producing more S&E graduates than ever before. This is good news for the U.S. economy, as S&E graduates are essential for driving innovation and economic growth.