The United States is the undisputed leader of global academia, confronting a moment of reckoning. A convergence of volatile visa policies, tightening immigration laws, and surging costs has cast doubt over its long-standing appeal among international students. Recent moves, most notably the Trump administration’s attempt to revoke Harvard University’s certification to host foreign students, have…
Trump on Chinese students after visa crackdown (AP) US president Donald Trump, on late Friday, allayed Chinese students’ worries amid his administration’s crackdown on academia.A reporter asked Trump about his message to the Chinese college students in the US, to which he replied, “They’re going to be ok. It’s going to work out fine.”“We just…
Disrupted by Politics, Redirected by Opportunity: The New Global Map of Higher Education The ongoing legal battle between Harvard University and the Trump administration has reignited debate over the role of international students in U.S. higher education. U.S. District Judge Allison Burroughs extended a court order barring federal authorities from blocking Harvard’s enrollment of foreign…
The Trump administration has given Harvard University 30 days to provide evidence justifying its enrolment of international students. This follows a previous threat to bar Harvard from enrolling international students. The matter is currently in the Boston court, with Harvard seeking an extension. Experts suggest this could be the beginning of similar actions against other…
Studying abroad opens the door to life-changing opportunities, new cultures, and a global perspective. But before packing your bags, there’s one big hurdle that can make or break your plans: the student visa.The upside? Not all countries make it difficult. In fact, some have streamlined the entire process, making it faster, simpler, and far less…
International students, including those from India, have come under scrutiny by the Trump administration, resulting in advisories from the US government and universities that caution them of the potential pitfalls. These advisories provide critical warnings to students, urging them to avoid any action that could jeopardise their visa status as recorded in the Student and…
The US State Department on Tuesday confirmed that the visa screening process for foreign students may soon get significantly tougher, with a strong focus on social media activity. This comes amid growing concerns from the Trump administration about security and ideological vetting. Addressing reporters at a State Department briefing, spokesperson Tammy Bruce underlined that the…
A federal judge has temporarily blocked the Trump administration from revoking Harvard University’s ability to enroll foreign students. This decision follows a lawsuit filed by Harvard, arguing that the policy violates the U.S. constitution and would impact over 7,000 visa-holding students. The Department of Homeland Security cited concerns about anti-Semitism, violence, and alleged collaboration with…
The Donald Trump administration has revoked Harvard University’s ability to enrol international students starting from the 2025-2026 academic year. Harvard has described the move as illegal and retaliatory, affecting thousands of students. So, as the Trump vs Harvard battle escalates, we raise these questions: Why is Trump gunning for Harvard? How will this face-off hit Indian…
Harvard University has filed a lawsuit to challenge the Trump administration’s decision to freeze funding and revoke the university’s right to admit international students. The university claims the action is unlawful and beyond the government’s authority. This move affects thousands of foreign students, including many from India, leaving them in a state of uncertainty. The…