Students
International student visa news covering F-1 regulations, SEVIS requirements, university enrollment policies, and post-graduation work options. Includes OPT, CPT, and STEM extension updates.
Russia Issues 36,413 Visas to North Korean Citizens in 2025, Nearly All for Education
Russia granted 36,413 visas to North Koreans in 2025, with 98% for education, sparking concerns over potential labor migration and U.N. sanctions evasion.
Australian Student Visa Rejections Surge, Alarming Bangladeshi Higher Education Aspirants
Australia's student visa grant rate hit a 21-year low of 67.6% in Feb 2026, with Bangladesh facing a…
Chinese Students and Scholars in U.S. Gain Tax Exemptions Under Article 20 in 2026
A guide for Chinese students and scholars in the U.S. on claiming tax treaty benefits under Articles 19…
Nonresident Aliens Generally Can’t Claim American Opportunity or Lifetime Learning Credits
Nonresident aliens and most F-1 students cannot claim the AOTC or LLC education credits for 2026 unless they…
International Students Can Claim a FICA Tax Refund from Their Employer. Here’s How
Learn how F-1 and J-1 students can claim a 2026 FICA tax refund for Social Security and Medicare…
How International Students Can Claim Tax Treaty Benefits on OPT Using IRS Publication 901
F-1 students must file 2025 tax returns by April 15 or June 15, 2026. Failure to comply can…
100,000 F-1 Visa Students Work in Michigan, Fuel STEM Fields Through Optional Practical Training
Michigan international graduates filled 97,000 jobs via OPT from 2013-2022, highlighting the state's reliance on STEM talent and…
Universities Australia CEO Warns Genuine Student Test Fuels Visa Rejections at 20-Year High
Australia student visa rejections hit 20-year high in 2026 debate as Genuine Student Test and migration targets tighten…
Judge Blocks Trump Effort to Withhold College Admissions and Consumer Transparency Data
A federal judge maintains a block on the Trump administration's mandate requiring colleges to report retroactive admissions data…
U.S. Student Visa Rules Tighten as Indian Enrollment Drops 6.9% in SEVIS
U.S. Indian student enrollment fell 6.9% by 2026 as U.S. and Australia tighten visa rules, social media screening,…