US govt tightens work rules for international studentsA federal memo dated Aug. 24 said the Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP), part of US Immigration and Customs Enforcement, had "obs...
29 Aug, 2026, 12.58 AM IST
Harvard Business School considered Europe, Canada MBA options as Trump tightened visa rulesHarvard Business School explored teaching MBA students in Europe and Canada as the Trump administration threatened its ability to sponsor i...
27 Aug, 2026, 10.31 AM IST
US student visa work rules: CPT vs OPT and how they are connectedCPT and OPT both allow eligible F-1 students to gain work experience in the US, but they operate differently. CPT is generally used during ...
27 Aug, 2026, 10.11 AM IST
What is Curricular Practical Training and what does the latest ICE memo on CPT mean? A guide for F-1 studentsCPT allows F-1 international students in the US to work in internships and practical training linked to their degree. New ICE scrutiny has ...
27 Aug, 2026, 10.03 AM IST
UC Berkeley, UC Davis pause Course Credit CPT applications after ICE warningUC Berkeley and UC Davis have paused Course Credit CPT applications for international students following new ICE guidance and increased fed...
27 Aug, 2026, 09.44 AM IST
US immigration authorities tighten scrutiny of student work permits; warns colleges over improper CPT approvalsUS immigration authorities have warned colleges of tougher scrutiny of Curricular Practical Training approvals for international students. ...
27 Aug, 2026, 09.35 AM IST
US employers rethink H-1B talent strategy as Trump policies tighten: Envoy GlobalUS employers are changing hiring and retention strategies for foreign professionals. This shift occurs as H-1B program changes make it more...
06 Aug, 2026, 09.51 PM IST
US student visa alert: Off-campus jobs could break F1 rules - know the lawIndian students on F1 US education visas face strict work limitations. Off-campus jobs in gas stations, restaurants, or retail are generall...
21 Apr, 2026, 11.02 AM IST
358 international students regain SEVIS status in a significant settlement with DHSIn a significant legal victory, 358 international students, predominantly Indian nationals, have had their SEVIS registrations restored thr...
03 Jul, 2025, 11.14 AM IST
F‑1 visa refused to student after ‘unexpected technical questions’ at US consulate in HyderabadAn aspiring student was denied a US F-1 visa at the Hyderabad consulate on May 30, 2025, despite planning to study at Indiana University Bl...
17 Jun, 2025, 01.45 PM IST
SP Jain Group acquires California Miramar UniversityThe SP Jain Group has acquired California Miramar University, enabling it to offer AI-related master’s and bachelor’s programs to global st...
29 Aug, 2024, 12.29 PM IST
Working in the US as a student: On-campus jobs, OPT, CPT, and visa rules explainedWorking in the United States as a student offers financial benefits and practical skill development, but requires careful navigation of vis...
19 Aug, 2024, 11.54 AM IST
Studying in the US: Understanding the difference between CPT vs OPTThe United States remains a top destination for international students, providing a dynamic academic environment and diverse cultural exper...
01 Jul, 2024, 04.50 PM IST
Can I work in the US while I'm attending university?While it may be a dream of many to study in the United States of America, the high cost involved deters many. Although doing work while stu...
02 Sep, 2022, 03.59 PM IST
US to set up new unit to probe possible misuse of student work permitsSTEM students get an additional 24 months to work in the US under the OPT program, which often allows Indian students in the US to work and...
18 Jan, 2021, 03.44 PM IST
Fake university row: With Rs 20 lakh loan on head & GPS tracker on leg, woman stuck in USAbout 600 students, 90% Indians, had enrolled with a fake university floated by the US agencies
09 Feb, 2019, 06.06 PM IST
Teachers get makeover, 5,500 being hiredTo Be Trained At Prestigious Univs; Vocational Education, Extra-Curricular Activities Get A Fillip
29 Mar, 2016, 11.48 AM IST