Further action is required of the Biden administration to ensure that the United States "remains the world leader in higher education for decades to come".

The recent US briefing widening STEM OPT opportunities, has been welcomed by sector stakeholders but students highlight difficulties getting jobs in the country.

The DHS should issue a new memo focused on international entrepreneurs to help the US economy recover from the pandemic, the Brookings Institution has urged.

Prospective international students have overwhelmingly suggested that the election of Joe Biden as US president makes them view the country more favourably as a study destination.

US outbound mobility providers are encouraged by pent up demand and interest in study abroad opportunities from US students, but they predict recovery to be gradual as the pandemic continues to throw up unknowns for the future.

Biden began his presidency by signing a range of executive orders, which US educators say indicate a more favourable climate for international education.

It is with optimism that American education and the many international students who make the US their home wish a new President and his team well

The Harvard president has pleaded to president-elect Joe Biden to prioritise international students as US consulates resume routine visa services.