Columbia University shifted policies in an effort to restore federal funding and so far hasn't seen much in return. Meanwhile, Harvard's costs in its standoff with the Trump administration grow day by day.

The Department of Homeland Security issued administrative subpoenas seeking data about the university’s international students, while two federal agencies challenged Harvard’s accreditation.

Columbia University students are in a difficult situation. The university and the Trump administration are negotiating over federal funding. The administration suspended nearly $400 million. This action impacts academic programs and research.