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.
Emmanuel Macron Pledges Indo-French Centre for AI in Health and 30,000 Indian Students
President Macron aims to host 30,000 Indian students in France by 2030 through faster visas, more English-taught courses, and new language prep programs.
IRCC Limits Canada Study Permit Validity for Pre-Program Courses
IRCC shortens prerequisite study permit validity to course length plus 90 days, ending the previous one-year buffer to…
Columbia University Pushes SIPA Undergraduate Major Despite Faculty Pushback
Columbia University proposes a SIPA undergraduate major in Global Affairs, sparking debate over academic governance, resources, and shifting…
Columbia Alumnus Urges Reopening of 116th Street Gates in Morningside Heights
A Columbia alumnus and local residents are challenging the university's closure of the 116th Street gates through public…
Apply Now for Harvard University Pre-Doctoral Fellowship Fully Funded in 2026
Harvard University opens applications for fully funded 2026 Pre-Doctoral Fellowships in economics, offering up to $68k salary and…
Accenture CEO Julie Sweet’s Golden Rule: Say Yes to Stretch Opportunities
Accenture CEO Julie Sweet urges workers to accept 'stretch' roles to build resilience and AI-ready skills, essential for…
English-Language Schools Push Back Against Visa Back Door Claims and Accreditation Rules
Ireland introduces mandatory accreditation for English schools to curb visa misuse and ensure students prioritize education over unauthorized…
Hundreds of Students Suspended as Anti-ICE Walkouts Draw Federal Agents
F-1 students involved in school walkouts must prioritize SEVIS compliance to avoid status loss and potential deportation following…
Columbia University and Barnard College Lead Fulbright U.S. Student Program
Columbia and Barnard recognized as Top Producing Institutions for the 2025-2026 Fulbright Program, reflecting elite levels of global…
Harvard’s Urban Studies Track Empowers International Students for Global Careers
Harvard University introduces an interdisciplinary Urban Studies track for the 2026-27 academic year, blending humanities with quantitative data…