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.
Top questions about Students
Answers from VisaVerge guidesHow should international students plan for potential shifts in immigration status?
Students should have a plan for two paths: stay in the United States or leave quickly to preserve option value and minimize irreversible commitments.
Read: How Fixed Immigration Periods Shape International Students' Investment FlexibilityHow has visa issuance for international students changed in early 2025?
Visa issuance for students fell more than 30% in early 2025 as enforcement and scrutiny increased.
Read: Hardening U.S. Social Climate Forces International Students to Reconsider U.S. UniversitiesWhat options are available to international students facing these visa changes?
International students can either withdraw their offers and receive a refund or defer their offers.
Read: Why Australian Universities Urgently Tell International Students to Back Out Now!What potential changes could impact student visas for Indian immigrants under Project 2025?
Project 2025 proposes restrictions on student visas, which could disrupt the pathway to permanent residency for many skilled Indian students at U.S. universities.
Read: Trump Administration's Plans May Deepen Green Card Waits for IndiansWhat are some challenges faced by Indian and Chinese students applying for F-1 visas as of early 2025?
Both countries face appointment backlogs, interview freezes, and extra vetting procedures, leading to delays and increased risks in visa approvals as of early 2025.
Read: China and India Account for 60% of U.S. F-1 Visa Decline in 2025
Saint Augustine’s University Accreditation Appeal Denied Due to Financial Issues
Saint Augustine's University's accreditation appeal denied by SACSCOC due to financial management issues. School plans to appeal with a lawsuit.
Canada Immigration Minister Refutes Ontario’s Student Cap Claims Calling them Garbage
Canada's immigration minister refutes Ontario's claims of lack of consultation on the international student cap issue, dismissing them…
Canada Co-op and Internship Programs for International Students at DLIs
Canadian international students can access co-op programs at Designated Learning Institutions, benefiting from industry experience before graduation.
Canada Study Visa Changes: Minimal Impact on Vietnamese Students
Canada's new study visa rules from 2024 won't impact Vietnamese students, according to immigration consultant Vũ Thị Hải…
Defying Danger: Why are 268,923 Indian Students Still Flocking to US Colleges?
Despite recent incidents, Indian Students in US remain strong. US Higher Education popular, Education Consultants reassure no decrease…
Indian Students Explore Alternative Study Destinations in Emerging Education Markets
Indian Students Abroad are exploring Alternative Study Destinations in Emerging Education Markets like Lithuania, Estonia, Chile, Turkey, Malta,…
Concerns Raised Over International Students’ Work Hours Affecting Study Goals in Canada
Immigration officials warned about international students working more hours affecting Temporary Foreign Worker Program integrity during the pandemic.
Scammed by an Indian Consultancy in the USA? 5 Urgent Steps to Fight Back Now!
Encounter Indian Consultancy Fraud in the USA? Follow these Fraud Response Steps to protect yourself and take appropriate…
Tips to Avoid Indian Consultancy Scams and Fraud in the USA
Learn about Indian Consultancy Scams in the USA, ways to Avoid Consultancy Fraud, and prevalent USA Consultancy Issues…
Identifying Legitimate Indian Consultancy Firms in the USA
Legitimate Indian consultancy firms in the USA display transparency, ethical practices, and a proven track record, ensuring trust…