International students contribute nearly $270 million to Oregon economy

International students attending college in Oregon contribute $268 million to the state's economy, per data from NAFSA, an international education nonprofit.

Driving the news: The Trump administration is halting student visa interviews and revoking visas for Chinese students amid a political pressure campaign against colleges and universities and a broader immigration crackdown.

• A big drop in international students could hurt college town economies, some of which are already struggling due to lower enrollment.