After decades of partnership with the U.S. government, American colleges are facing new doubts about the future of their federal funding
Under President Trump, American colleges face uncertainty regarding federal funding due to cuts and compliance demands. Colleges rely heavily on federal grants and contracts, especially for research. Some universities receive up to half their revenue from federal sources. Schools under investigation for diversity, equity, and inclusion programs or antisemitism concerns are particularly vulnerable. Johns Hopkins University, heavily reliant on federal funding for defense and medical research, is already experiencing the impact of research grant cuts and faces an antisemitism investigation.
