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US universities urge international students to return before September 15 as DHS replaces ‘duration of status’ rule

US universities urge international students to return before mid-September. A new Department of Homeland Security rule replaces the duration of status system. This change will admit F and J visa holders for a fixed period. Students needing extensions must apply before their admission period expires. Institutions are updating procedures and…

The Economic Times

US education groups slam DHS rule ending 'duration of status' for international students

Two leading US higher education organizations have strongly condemned the Department of Homeland Security's (DHS) final rule ending the long-standing "Duration of Status" (D/S) policy for international students and exchange visitors, warning that it will create unnecessary bureaucracy, undermine academic decision-making and make the US less attractive to global talent.

The Times of India

What boom in international students? The total number living in Australia is lower than before the pandemic

International students have become a flashpoint in immigration and education debates in recent years.

The Conversation

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Trump administration opens investigation into Harvard's financial aid for international students

The Justice Department is investigating whether Harvard University is allowing Chinese donors to create scholarships that exclude American students

The Independent UK

It's over for international researchers in the US: Experts ask how PhD students will finish their course in 4 years

The new 4-year policy for F-1 students that the Donald Trump administration finalized on Thursday led to major confusion among academics as experts questioned how PhD students are supposed to complete their course in four years. International students from now on will have a four-year visa validity. They will have…

The Times of India

China slams new US visa curbs, warns of reciprocal action

Under the new Department of Homeland Security (DHS) regulations, F visas for international students, J visas for cultural exchange participants and I visas for journalists will no longer remain valid for the duration of a person's study programme or employment. Instead, they will be issued for fixed periods. The rule…

The Times of India

4-year fixed stay for F1 students: Immigration attorney says the biggest risk is 'booking a flight home', warns visa holders against traveling outside US

The Donald Trump administration finalized the 4-year fixed stay rule for international students which means students coming to the US will be allowed to stay only for four years -- the duration of most of the courses, and if they need to stay longer, if they start doing their OPT…

The Times of India

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Australia’s ‘unfair’ visa price hikes: what are they, why have they gone up, and why does it matter?

Labor has been accused of trying to ‘out One Nation One Nation’ after doubling fees for graduates and tripling them for permanent residents. Here’s what you need to know

The Guardian - AU

Nepal sends maximum foreign students to India; Karnataka top pick among foreigners: MoE

Nepal students form the largest group of foreign students studying in India. Karnataka emerged as the top destination state for these international students. India's higher education institutions welcomed students from 173 countries in the recent academic year. Foreign student enrollments saw a significant increase over the past five years. Undergraduate…

The Economic Times

New Zealand expands Pathway Student Visa from July 20; more flexibility for international students

New Zealand will update its Pathway Student Visa rules starting July twentieth. Eligible students can now switch academic disciplines without a new visa application. The visa will also cover a wider range of study pathways and lower qualifications. International students will receive more time for English language study before their…

The Economic Times

New Zealand eases student visa rules; here's what's changing for international students

New Zealand will update its Pathway Student Visa rules from July twentieth. International students will gain more flexibility in choosing their study programs. Secondary school students can now defer final course selections until later. The visa will also cover more lower-level study pathways and English courses. These changes aim to…

The Economic Times

Indian students, H-1B workers may face uncertainty as US plans tighter visa rules

New US immigration rules will tighten the H-1B visa program for employers. Increased costs and stricter H-1B rules are expected for sponsoring foreign workers. Student visa rules will change, requiring extensions for continued studies. Automatic work permit extensions will end, affecting H-4 visa holders. These proposals will impact Indian professionals…

The Economic Times

Trump administration eyes tighter H-1B, green card and student visa rules; Indians could be among most affected

The Trump administration is preparing a fresh round of immigration rule changes that could reshape the H-1B visa program, employment-based green cards, visa tenure of international students and the optional training program (OPT) available to them. A soon to be issued final rule will also end automatic extension of employment…

The Times of India

As H-1B registrations decline, summit to spotlight immigrant founders' role in US innovation

A key summit in San Francisco this October will spotlight immigrant entrepreneurs' vital role in US innovation, amidst tightening immigration policies and a decline in H-1B visa registrations. Over 1,000 leaders will gather to discuss how immigrants drive business growth, with reports highlighting their significant contribution to US 'unicorns' and…

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Indian student denied entry to the US because of a WhatsApp group? A viral post asks international students to be alert

A viral post urged international students to execise caution before they join any WhatsApp grpup, citing a case of an Indian student being denied entry to the US over WhatsApp activity. The post did not detail what exactly happened but claimed that a student who was returning to the US…

The Economic Times

Studying in Australia gets costlier for international students as government raises visa fee

Australia has significantly hiked visa application fees for international students and post-study work, sparking outrage from the education sector. The substantial increases, effective July 1, 2026, make Australia considerably more expensive than rivals like the UK, US, and Canada. Experts warn this move will cripple the nation's competitiveness and international…

The Guardian - AU

Arts degrees to cost $50,000 until at least 2028 as measures to lower Australian university fees put on hold

Barney Glover, head of the Australian Tertiary Education Commission, says he will provide advice about degree funding to the government next year

The Economic Times

France changes housing aid rules for international students: Here's what to know

France is set to discontinue housing aid for non-EU/EEA/Swiss international students without scholarships from July 1, 2026, as part of budget cuts. This move aims to save over €100 million annually by redirecting public funds. While students from the EU, EEA, Switzerland, and scholarship recipients will retain eligibility, others must…

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New Zealand urges international students to apply for visas at least three months before travel

New Zealand is urging international students to apply for visas at least three months ahead of their travel plans due to a 20% surge in applications and extended processing for complex cases. Students submitting late may miss their July intake. Immigration New Zealand emphasizes complete applications and advises those awaiting…

The Conversation

Australia was built on migration, but it’s long been a love-hate relationship

The history of immigration policy in Australia is full of yes-no contradictions: fear jostling with hope, exclusion with openness.

The Conversation

Shattered dreams on Canada Day: Broken immigration promises are based on false narratives

With Canada Day almost upon us, some new Canadians will celebrate in nationwide citizenship ceremonies — but countless migrants are facing the reality that they may never reach that milestone.

International Business Times UK

'Stop Thinking Like It's 1999': Reddit Post Warns International Students to Think Twice Before Moving to America — and People Agree

A viral Reddit post warns international students against pursuing US degrees due to high costs, shrinking research budgets, and a challenging job market, questioning the value of American education.

Fortune

Trump's immigration crackdown is causing the U.S. to lose its best STEM talent—and it cost the economy almost $500 billion

Half of America’s STEM workers with PhDs are foreign-born, a talent pipeline that is quickly drying up.

The Conversation

Canada’s immigration policies are creating new barriers for international students

The official mandate of Canada’s Immigration, Refugee and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) department is to build “a stronger Canada through immigration programs, citizenship services, refugee protection and issuing Canadian travel documents.”

The Economic Times

Canada not closing doors to Indian students; envoy says now is the best time to apply

Canada's High Commissioner to India, Chris Cooter, has urged Indian students to apply now, stating it's the "best time ever." He dispelled misconceptions about Canada closing its doors, highlighting that despite past housing and quality concerns leading to a cap, student intake remains below limits. Canada continues to welcome hundreds…

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