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.
Canada Sees First Decline in Foreign Workers and Students in Years
Canada's temporary resident numbers fell for the first time in years following strict new limits on study and work permits. In the first half of 2025, arrivals dropped by over…
Australia Tightens International Student Visa Rules Amid Fraud Crackdown
Australia has implemented a major student visa crackdown, placing India, Nepal, Bangladesh, and Bhutan in the highest risk…
Waterloo Faces Visa Delays for Palestinian PhD Students: Status Update
The University of Waterloo and other North American institutions are reporting critical delays in visa processing for Palestinian…
Is the American Dream Fading? Foreign Students Fall 5,000; Grads Down 6%
The U.S. is experiencing a decline in international student enrollment as federal agencies implement tougher screening and 'integrity-based'…
USF Students Protest University Ties to Immigration Enforcement
Protests at USF highlight concerns over campus police involvement in federal immigration enforcement via the 287(g) program. This…
Korean Study Finds 1 in 9 International Students Unauthorized (11.6%)
A 2026 report highlights that 11.6% of international students in South Korea are unauthorized, a fivefold increase since…
How Fixed Immigration Periods Shape International Students’ Investment Flexibility
A strategic financial guide for international students emphasizing capital protection and liquidity. It highlights the importance of keeping…
Harvard Sets International Student Record Despite Trump Administration Pressure
Despite federal funding freezes and regulatory challenges, Harvard University reported a record 6,749 international students for 2025–2026. This…
Colorado Boulder Discrimination: Indian PhD Students Win $200K
CU Boulder paid $200,000 to settle a civil rights lawsuit with two Indian students following a 2023 dispute…
Australia Elevates India to Highest Student Visa Risk Tier in 2026
Effective January 8, 2026, Australia reclassified India to the highest-risk student visa tier (Evidence Level 3). This change…