DHS Proposes $70,000 Fee for International Student Work Visas

Why it matters locally: Tennessee's higher education institutions, including major universities, could face challenges in attracting and retaining international students if the proposed $70,000 fee for work visas is implemented, potentially impacting diversity and research contributions.

WASHINGTON – The Department of Homeland Security on Wednesday proposed a $70,000 fee for international students. This fee would apply to those students seeking employment in the United States. This action marks the latest effort from the Trump administration to address foreign enrollment figures. The proposed fee specifically targets international students who wish to work in the U.S. after completing their studies. The Department of Homeland Security introduced the proposal.