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.
DHS Proposes Fixed Admission Period Affecting Right to Study Full-Time and Right to Work (within Rules)
F-1 students possess rights to education and limited employment but must maintain strict compliance with federal regulations to keep their status. Essential responsibilities include full-time enrollment and proactive communication with…
Ben Macpherson Urges Indian Students to Study in Scotland at INSA UK 10th Anniversary
Scotland is positioning itself as a welcoming alternative for Indian students, contrasting with a more restrictive environment in…
Yale University Joins Harvard University Suit Against U.S. Department of Homeland Security (dhs)
A coalition of 48 universities joined Harvard's legal fight against DHS over the termination of its visa sponsorship…
Australian Department of Home Affairs (dha) Evidence Levels January 8 2026
The Australian government has raised student visa evidence requirements for several South Asian nations, including India and Nepal.…
Usama Ghanem King’s College London KCL Loses Visa After Home Office Ruling
The report highlights a growing trend of revoking student visas for political activism. It focuses on Usama Ghanem’s…
H-1B Hiring, Presidential Proclamation, Florida Shift Alters U.S. Academia
Major H-1B policy shifts are arriving for the FY 2027 cycle, including the end of the random lottery…
Yale University Joins First Circuit vs Department of Homeland Security
Universities are legally challenging federal attempts to revoke student visa hosting certifications. These disputes, alongside new USCIS 'Hold…
Court Blocks Ideological Deportation Policy Protecting First Amendment AAUP
A federal court has blocked parts of an 'ideological deportation policy' targeting foreign students and scholars. The ruling…
Canadian University Presidents Head To India Amid 67% Drop In Student Approvals
A delegation of 21 Canadian university presidents will travel to India in February 2026 to rebuild educational ties…
U.S. Visa Overhaul Forces Students and Workers to Rethink F-1 J-1 H-1B Plans
The U.S. is tightening immigration pathways for students and professionals through increased vetting and new wage-based selection criteria.…