The Trump administration has proposed a significant fee of $70,000 for international students participating in the Optional Practical Training (OPT) program, which allows them to work in the U.S. after graduation. This proposed rule, aimed at curbing alleged fraud and abuse, would require schools to pay the fee for each student's initial OPT application and a smaller fee for renewals. Education and business groups are concerned that this measure will deter international students, negatively impacting U.S. innovation, economic growth, and workforce development, particularly in STEM fields. AI
IMPACT This policy could significantly reduce the influx of international talent into STEM fields, potentially impacting the AI workforce and innovation.
RANK_REASON Policy proposal with significant financial implications for international students and educational institutions. [lever_c_demoted from significant: ic=1 ai=0.4]
- Biden Administration
- Fanta Aw
- H-1B visa
- NAFSA: Association of International Educators
- Open Pre Trained Transformer
- Trump administration
- United States Citizenship and Immigration Services
- Department of Homeland Security
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