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 Sharp Decline in International Student Arrivals in 2025
IRCC policy changes in 2024–2025 cut study permit approvals to 36,417 Jan–Jun 2025 (a 71% fall), raised proof‑of‑funds to $20,645, enforced PAL/TALs, limited student work to 24 hours weekly during…
Five Convincing Reasons to Study in the UK in 2025
The UK’s Graduate Route and MRQ recognition keep it attractive in 2025: two years post‑study (three for PhDs),…
US Tightens Nonimmigrant Visas: India Faces Mandatory Interviews, Fees
From early September 2025, third‑country visa interviews are banned and most applicants must attend in‑person interviews in their…
Australia Emerges as the New Canada for Indian Students in 2025–26
Australia plans a 9% increase in student places for 2026, drawing strong interest from Indian students due to…
Hunter College Students Start Year with Immigrant Rights Protest
Hunter College protests in early 2025 opposed DHS recruiters at CUNY, drawing 150+ participants and prompting cancellation of…
Harvard’s International Students Face Unpredictable Visa Crisis This Summer
After DHS revoked Harvard’s SEVP certification and a presidential proclamation targeted the school, courts temporarily restored Harvard’s ability…
Indian Students Show 37% Higher Interest in Studying Abroad to US, UK, Germany, Korea
In 2025 over 1.8 million Indian students studied abroad (up 38% since 2023). A DHS draft would cap…
Chungnam National University Unveils Global Project Manager Program for International Students
CNU’s Global Project Manager program pairs ~30 international students with ~15 local startups/SMEs for October–November 2025 projects; apply…
France Emerges as a Top Destination for International Students in 2025
France hosted about 430,466 international students in 2023/24 (4.5% growth), now 14–15% of enrollment. Policies on visas, English-taught…
Germany and UAE emerge as top picks for Indian students in 2024–25, overtaking US/Canada
upGrad’s TNE Report finds Indian students shifting toward Germany and the UAE for 2024–25, driven by affordability, clear…