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Chinese Student Questioned for Hours, Deported Despite Valid Visa and Scholarship

In 2025, Gu, a 22-year-old Chinese student with a valid F-1 visa and full scholarship, was detained ~36 hours by…

Trump Administration Proposes Fixed Four-Year Cap on F and J Student Visas

DHS proposed ending duration-of-status, instituting a four-year cap for most F-1, J-1, and I visa holders with limited extensions for…

Purdue Expands Support for International Students Amid Ongoing Visa Uncertainties

Purdue expanded outreach and services by August 31, 2025 to help international students navigate visa cancellations, delays, and documentation. ISS…

US Student Visa Update: Five Must-Know Facts Before Applying for F-1 in 2025

On October 1, 2025, DHS will implement a fixed-period F-1 admission—generally up to four years including OPT—with a 30-day grace…

Country-Wwise Impacts of U.S. Visa and Tariff Policy on India and Partners

Higher U.S. visa fees, long interview waits and a DHS proposal to cap student stays are squeezing Indian student mobility,…

Impacts of Trump Policies on Immigration, Visas, Jobs, Tourism, and Tariffs in 2025

Fixed four-year admission periods for student visas, a $250 Visa Integrity Fee from October 1, 2025, and an unchanged H-1B…

Indians May Abandon U.S. Study Plans if OPT and H-1B End, 78% Say So

A poll of nearly 1,200 Indian students found 78% would skip studying in the U.S. if OPT and H-1B end.…

Columbia and Princeton See Steady International Enrollments Amid Broad U.S. Trends

Columbia sustained strong international enrollment in Fall 2024 with 13,745 students from 145 countries and 16,926 total internationals. Admissions stayed…