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Why Ending OPT Could Outweigh the H-1B Fee in U.S. Tech
A $100,000 fee now applies to new H-1B petitions filed from outside the U.S., but exemptions for OPT-to-H-1B transitions keep…
Grassley Demands End to OPT for F-1 Students Amid Tensions
Sen. Grassley urged DHS to end OPT work authorizations for F-1 students, threatening 12–36 month post-study work rights. Universities, employers,…
New $100,000 H-1B Fee Threatens OPT Path for Indian Students
A new $100,000 fee applies to certain H-1B petitions for workers abroad starting September 21, 2025, for 12 months. F-1…
CA, NY, MA Most Vulnerable to International Enrollment Decline
Brookings finds California, New York, and Massachusetts most exposed to declines in international student enrollment. International students added $43.8 billion…
Dignity Act and HIRE Act: Higher FICA for OPT Wages
Congress is reviewing the Dignity Act, ending FICA exemptions for OPT students, and the HIRE Act, adding a 25% outsourcing…
What US Citizens Educated in India Should Know About Benefits
Children born in India to a U.S. citizen keep U.S. citizenship if the parent met physical presence rules. Obtain and…
Choosing CBSE, ICSE, or IB in India Based on Child’s College Path
Choose a board based on college goals: CBSE for Indian entrance exams, ICSE for English and academic depth, IB for…
Understanding the Full Documentation Process for Transferring US K-12 Students to Indian Schools
To enroll children from the US in Indian schools, parents should compile authenticated transcripts, transfer certificates, and ID proofs in…