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Why Indian Students Flock to U.S. Colleges Despite Tough Visas

India is now the top source of U.S. international students with 363,000+ enrolled in 2024–2025. OPT interest surged 47%, but…

Visa Crackdowns and the 17% Fall in US International Student Enrollments

A 17% drop in new international student admissions reflects tougher visa reviews, processing delays and uncertainty about post-study work. Graduate…

Stricter U.S. Immigration Rules Drive 17% Drop in New Enrollments

For Fall 2025, new international enrollments fell ~17%, costing over $1.1 billion and about 23,000 jobs. Visa delays and stricter…

Why F-1, OPT, and H-1B Candidates Face Screening Before Skills

Automated hiring filters flag candidates who need sponsorship, excluding many F-1, OPT, STEM OPT and H-1B applicants before human review.…

December Travel Docs for F-1 Students, H-1B Professionals

Holiday travel to the U.S. requires early, organized document preparation. F‑1 students need timely I‑20 signatures; H‑1B professionals should carry…

December Travel to the U.S.: Essential Visa, Flight, and Weather Tips

The December travel rush brings heavy demand, winter weather, and stricter checks. Confirm eligibility under 2025 travel rules, gather visa-specific…

DHS to audit CSUB international student program on Tuesday, Nov 18

DHS will audit CSU Bakersfield’s international student program on November 18, 2025, focusing on SEVP compliance, records, and procedures. CSU…

Indian student sentenced to 97 months for phishing fraud in Texas

An Indian student received 97 months and $2.5 million restitution for participating in a phishing scheme targeting seniors. Callers impersonated…