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Senators Demand Answers From State Department as Visa Delays Threaten Fall Arrival for International Students

30 senators led by Padilla gave the State Dept. 30 days to explain student visa delays before fall classes — a squeeze hitting Latino students hardest.

Latin Times · Aug 16

'Return home': Alberta Premier tells international students without PR to leave Canada when visas expire

Alberta's premier stated study visas are temporary documents for international students. She emphasized that students should return home after their permitted stay ends. This comes as many students protest difficulties in obtaining post-graduation work permits. Some programs at Portage College may have given students unrealistic immigration expectations. Canada is tightening…

The Economic Times · Aug 15

International Enrollment Is Declining — And It Could Cost U.S. Campuses $3.4 Billion

NAFSA projects 111,000 fewer international students this fall, costing U.S. colleges up to $3.4 billion and nearly 40,000 jobs.

Latin Times · Aug 15

US student visas for Indians drop 62%; CIS report urges scrapping of OPT programme

The number of US student visas issued to Indian nationals has fallen by 62% in 2025, according to a new report that also recommends scrapping the Optional Practical Training (OPT) programme.

The Times of India · Aug 6

US student visas for Indians plunge 62% as America tightens F-1 approvals

US student visas issued to Indian nationals fell 62% during the peak admission season in 2025, according to an analysis by the Center for Immigration Studies, as the Trump administration tightened F-1 visa screening and introduced stricter immigration measures for international students. The report says the decline could reduce the…

The Economic Times · Aug 5

'My American Dream is over': Indian student's OPT post goes viral

An Indian student's STEM OPT authorization was revoked after their employer lacked a physical US presence. The company only maintained a mailing address and failed a USCIS audit. This incident highlights the risks of joining fraudulent companies for international students. Many such cases of OPT fraud have been identified by…

The Economic Times · Aug 1

Trump's visa strategy: Keep announcing sky-high fees until one sticks

The Trump administration is weighing a proposal to charge international students $100,000 to work in the US after graduation under the OPT programme, the latest in a series of high-cost immigration measures. From the $100,000 H-1B fee and $100,000 green card bond to the $5 million Gold Card, here's a…

The Economic Times · Jul 31

US OPT programme explained: How Trump's $100,000 fee could hit international students

A proposed $100,000 fee for international students' work authorization is under consideration. This potential charge could significantly increase post-graduation costs for many students. Indian students, who often pursue STEM degrees, may be most affected by this proposal. The Optional Practical Training program allows graduates to gain valuable industry experience. However,…

The Economic Times · Jul 31

Trump weighs $100,000 fee for foreign students to work after graduation

The Trump administration is considering a plan to charge international students $100,000 to remain in the US and work after graduation under the Optional Practical Training (OPT) programme, a move that could make the visa extension unaffordable for many students.

The Economic Times · Jul 31

Work-integrated learning: 3 insights for effective policy from Alberta

Educational reforms often begin with a compelling idea. Policymakers identify a problem, develop a policy solution and expect institutions to implement it.

The Conversation · Jul 30