Trump Administration Proposes $70K Fee for International Students to Work in U.S.

The proposal aims to crack down on the Optional Practical Training program, which DHS claims is a “magnet for fraud.” ...

DHS Proposes $70K Fee For Schools Recommending Foreign Students For OPT

DHS proposed requiring schools to pay $70,000 for initial OPT recommendations and $30,000 for subsequent foreign student work ...
Forbes

Trump Weighs $100,000 Fee For International Graduates To Work In U.S.

This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more. This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more. The Trump administration is weighing a $100,000 fee for international students to work in ...
Indiatimes

International students who were victims of OPT fraud have more to worry about: Must take legal recourse to clear their name

International students in the US, especially those on OPT, must be cautious of a new USCIS policy that issues deportation notices based on undisclosed fraud findings. This development impacts those ...
Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM)

Proposed OPT Fees May Disrupt International Talent Pipeline

Proposed OPT fees could reshape how employers recruit international graduates, adding uncertainty to skilled-talent pipelines and workforce planning.
The Financial Express

OPT available to foreign students in America faces risk of termination

The Optional Practical Training program is a legal channel that allows foreign students to work and get experience in American companies after completing their education in the US. Of late, there have ...
Indiatimes

STEM OPT extension denied? What students in the US can do next as refusals rise in 2025

International students face STEM OPT denials despite meeting requirements, often due to employment compliance issues. A recent case highlights the need for meticulous documentation and clear training ...
Rochester Institute of Technology

Optional Practical Training (OPT)

Optional Practical Training (OPT) is temporary employment directly related to your major area of study. You may apply for 12 months of OPT per degree level plus a possible 24-month extension for those ...