By Nandini Tyagi
APRIL 24, 2025
Apr 24, 2025
Under Trump’s administration, the US immigration policies are evolving, leading to stricter visa rules and reduced university funding
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Experts advise students to pursue UG degrees from the US but be mentally prepared to return home after completing their degree
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The internships and job opportunities will be more difficult to secure due to rising nationalism and uncertainty around the H-1B visa process
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A new bill in the US Congress proposes eliminating the Optional Practical Training (OPT) program, which allowed international students on an F-1 visa to work temporarily in the US
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Postgraduates should not rely on on-campus work like research or teaching assistantships to fund their needs due to major cuts in university research funding
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Students must possess sufficient funds to sustain themselves. Moreover, students need a strong academic performance with regular attendance, as universities may not tolerate poor grades or slow progress
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Immigration officers warn students to avoid minor legal violations like driving without a license, reckless driving or public intoxication as they can jeopardise their visas
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Consultants urge students to be cautious about what they post online, avoiding political activism or controversial social media content that could raise red flags
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Students taking education loans are encouraged to delay studying in the US by a year or two to avoid graduating during an unstable job market
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Indian students planning to study in the US must comply fully with academic, visa, and behavioral rules. This includes timely tuition payments and consistent progress toward their degrees
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