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.
F-1 Visa Declines in China and India Amid FY2025 Interview Freeze
F-1 visa delays and increased screening for Indian and Chinese students continue into 2026 after sharp issuance drops and processing freezes in FY2025.
UK Student Visa Requires Minimum B2 English Proficiency for Degree Courses
International students applying for the UK Student Visa must prove English proficiency at CEFR B2 or B1 levels…
Immigration Proposal Aims to End Backdoor Hiring in US Universities
The 2025 Act removes H-1B visa exemption for U.S. universities, requiring future foreign hires to enter the regular…
Why Dubai Is Becoming the Top Choice for Indian Students Abroad
With 42% Indian enrollments and cost-effective education, Dubai offers accelerated degrees and quick visa processing, contrasting Western destinations’…
Indian Students Face Major Hurdles Booking US Visa Appointments: MEA Reports
The US student visa process for Indian applicants is facing long waits and increased denials in 2025. Alternatives…
GOP Bill Seeks to Remove H-1B Visa Exemption for Universities
The 2025 bill ends H-1B exemptions for universities, forcing them into the capped visa lottery. Current holders can…
Growing Concerns for International Students Amid Fanshawe’s Operational Review
Facing a 64% drop in international enrolment, Fanshawe suspends 40 programs from Fall 2025 and requires new international…
Indian Families Spend ₹3.78 Lakh Crore on Overseas Education in 2024
Spending by Indian families on overseas education reached ₹3,78,400 crore in 2024. Traditional countries have higher costs and…
Essential Dos and Don’ts for Maintaining Your F-1 Student Visa Status
F-1 students must attend SEVP-approved schools, obtain and maintain valid I-20 Forms, pay SEVIS fees, and stay enrolled…
Banaras Hindu University 2025: Leading India’s Academic and Research Renaissance
BHU’s 2024 admissions use CUET as a merit-based standard for undergraduate and postgraduate programs. Applicants must meet eligibility,…