Students
Explore Visa insights and guidelines for international students. Stay informed about application tips, regulations, and updates for studying in the U.S.
Why Indian Students Are Rethinking the Big 4 Study Abroad Dream
Indian students’ preference for the Big 4 dropped sharply from 85% to 29% in 2025. Rising costs and stricter immigration rules drive a shift to Germany, France, and others. Total…
Advocates Warn of Litmus Test in New U.S. Student Visa Rules
Since May 2025, U.S. student visas face indefinite appointment suspensions and expanded vetting, affecting international students and universities.…
Trump Welcomes Chinese Students After Recent Visa Restriction Directive
U.S. policy on Chinese student visas reversed by Trump in June 2025 after Rubio’s restrictive measures. Visa revocations…
Why Many Indian Students from Kashmir Choose Iran for Higher Education
Indian students, especially from Kashmir, prefer Iran for affordable medical studies. About 13,000 are enrolled, facing geopolitical risks…
Student Visa Applicants Urged to Make Social Media Accounts Public
The U.S. mandates public social media on all student visa applications starting June 2025. Officers screen for threats…
Indian Student Missing in Germany’s Lake Starnberg Feared Drowned
During June 14-15, 2025, an Indian student disappeared at Lake Starnberg, part of three drownings in Upper Bavaria.…
Californians’ Past Support for Denying Immigrants Social Services and Education
California expanded immigrant access to social services and education, but 2025 Medi-Cal freeze proposals could limit healthcare for…
Indian Student Forced Home After US Visa Termination Now Barred Return
Strict 2025 U.S. visa policies caused many Indian students’ status terminations, forcing returns and difficult new visa applications.…
Parents Urge Urgent Evacuation for Indian Medical Student in Iran
Operation Sindhu rescued 110 Indian medical students from dangerous conflict zones in Iran in June 2025. Most were…
US Resumes Student Visa Interviews with Enhanced Screening Measures
In June 2025, the US reinstated student visa interviews featuring enhanced social media and background checks for all…