USA

A modernisation of the US work-based visa program announced by the Biden administration is tipped to boost global talent in the country and help international students avoid disruptions when transitioning to work visas.

The US state department has removed the two-year home residency requirement for exchange visitor visa holders from almost 40 countries, in a move to boost overseas talent staying in the country.

Flywire has announced a new partnership with GradGuard, providing enhanced tuition protection to students attending institutions in the US.

As the sector braces for Donald Trump’s fast-approaching second term, The PIE heard from international students in the US about what they think Trump’s presidency could bring and how they are staying positive in uncertain times.

Inspired by a recent industry event, key voices in the global education sector reflect on a turbulent time and their hopes for the future. By Samantha Brandauer, Andrea Custodi, Maureen Manning and Emily Merson.

Three months after a policy manual update that restricted F-1 visa holders' study abroad to five months, the US government has reversed what appears to have been an unintended change.

As record high international student numbers recorded in the US last year were driven by a surge in OPT, stakeholders are concerned about negligible growth in new enrolments.

International student mobility is central to innovation, economic prosperity, diplomacy, and national security.

A $40 million housing development is being constructed to support international students in Myrtle Beach, a city in South Carolina. 

Preparation and collaboration will be key to navigating any potential policy shifts under a Trump administration, with proactive steps already being taken across the sector.

After a tumultuous election, Donald Trump is set to return as US president early next year. Shaun Carver examines what the move will mean for international education.

New research has highlighted the unprecedented impact of international students on the US economy, including their record-breaking spending and substantial role in creating and supporting jobs.

The US hosted over 1.1 million international students in 2023/24 with India surpassing China as the top sending country, new data from IIE’s 75th annual Open Doors report has revealed.

A slew of European and US universities are boldly stepping into the realm of virtual reality, partnering with Meta to test its latest VR technology as part of their educational offerings.

Mark Ashwill reflects on the conspicuous silence from US colleagues in the international education sector on the humanitarian crisis in the Middle East.