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.
Mixed Views at Border State U on Trump Immigration and Guard
On October 14, 2025, border-state students voiced divided opinions on Trump-era border policies and National Guard deployments. The administration allocated $32 billion for enforcement and $75 billion-plus for walls and…
OPT Program Faces Termination Risk Amid 2025 Legislative Push
OPT remains in effect as of October 14, 2025, but faces possible termination under a new bill that…
From H-1B to Corner Office: Five Indian-Origin Tech CEOs
Five Indian-origin CEOs used H-1B visas as entry points to U.S. tech careers. The H-1B has an 85,000…
F-1 OPT Student Stuck in SEVIS Termination After H-1B Withdrawal Delay
An F-1 OPT student with pending STEM extension faced SEVIS termination on October 1 after delayed USCIS confirmation…
Canada 395k vs US Backlogs: 2025 Immigration Race Update
In 2025 Canada prioritizes a points-based, predictable immigration model aiming for 395,000 PRs and faster in-country transitions. The…
Harvard Study Reveals 10 Degrees Losing Long-Term Market Value
Harvard finds long-term payoffs for ten majors declining unless graduates continually upskill and produce demonstrable work. Students, schools,…
Indian Student Arrivals in U.S. Fall 44% in August 2025
Indian student arrivals fell 44% in August 2025 to 41,540, with June–August totals at 63,112. Tighter visa enforcement,…
Columbia Expands Support for International Students Amid Visa Crackdown
After thousands of visa revocations in 2025 and proposals to end duration of status, Columbia expanded legal aid,…
Canada’s Small Landlords Face Uncertainty as Student Demand Falls
A federal cap on study permits led to a roughly 70% fall in international student arrivals in 2025…
BU Expands Opposition to DHS Four-Year Visa Limit Proposal
DHS proposed replacing D/S with a fixed four-year limit for most F-1 and J-1 stays, shortening grace periods…