Students
International student visa news covering F-1 regulations, SEVIS requirements, university enrollment policies, and post-graduation work options. Includes OPT, CPT, and STEM extension updates.
US Revokes Nearly 1,500 Student Visas, Concerns Rise
U.S. authorities have revoked almost 1,500 student visas in 2025, impacting F-1 and J-1 holders for varied reasons—protests, old legal issues, financial gaps, or paperwork errors. Lack of explanation has…
Suguru Onda’s student visa revoked at Brigham Young University
Japanese student Suguru Onda’s visa was revoked due to minor infractions identified by an automated system. Over 800…
US Judge Stops Deportation of Wisconsin Indian Student
US Judge halts the deportation of Indian student Krish Lal Isserdasani after his F-1 visa was revoked without…
University of Houston protests visa revocations for students
The University of Houston faces a sharp increase in student visa revocations since March 2025, affecting over 260…
Texas sees over 260 international student visas revoked
Texas universities have seen over 260 international student visas suddenly revoked, with unclear reasons and limited recourse. SEVIS-based…
Dogukan Gunaydin’s deportation hearing delayed in Minnesota
Dogukan Gunaydin’s F-1 visa was revoked after a DWI conviction, leading to ICE detention and a postponed deportation…
University of Florida police to enforce immigration in 287(g) shift
The University of Florida, guided by Governor Ron DeSantis, became Florida's first to join the 287(g) program. Campus…
Obama slams Trump for freezing Harvard University’s federal funding
The Trump administration’s $2.3 billion funding freeze of Harvard University triggered major debate about academic freedom, government control,…
F-1 visa scrutiny rises, causing concern for international students
U.S. F-1 visa revocations for old minor legal problems have increased, affecting international students’ legal status and opportunities.…
Iowa lawmakers push U.S. Citizenship Test for high school grads
Senate File 369, backed by bipartisan support, will require Iowa high schoolers to pass the U.S. Citizenship Test…