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How New Visa Limits Are Already Affecting Colleges

Fifteen colleges, universities and university systems submitted testimony explaining how the rule, which allows international students to stay in the U.S. for only four years without an extension, is already impacting their campuses.

Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin speaks during a press conference at the Javits Center on July 1, 2026, in New York City.

Lawsuit Challenges New Length-of-Stay Limit for International Students

The rule, finalized last month, has drawn intense criticism from universities and international educators. Now, a group of eight organizations is arguing that it should be scrapped.

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio, a light-skinned Cuban American man with short dark hair wearing a suit.

Senators Prod State Department to Process Student, Scholar Visas

Thirty senators wrote to Secretary of State Marco Rubio urging his agency to process international student and scholar visas in...
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Loss of International Students Could Cost Economy $3.4B

The United States may have as many as 112,000 fewer international students enrolled in higher education this coming academic year...
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America Is Burning Its Talent Pipeline at Both Ends

In the same month, Washington made it harder for Americans to afford advanced training and for international students to stay and finish theirs. You cannot win an AI race this way.

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Math’s World Cup Reminded Me Why We Need Public Scholars

At the Fields Medal press conference, I watched some journalists miss the story unfolding in front of them.

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How Will New Student Visa Rules Impact Athletics?

NCAA policy allows athletes to compete for five seasons, but new federal rules limit international students to just four years in the U.S., cutting off collegiate play for some.

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Homeland Security Limits How Long International Students Can Stay in U.S.

International students previously could stay as long as their program lasted. The Trump administration is ending that 1978 policy.