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International students at Chongqing University participated in a special language and book day event, fostering cultural exchange and academic engagement.
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International students at Chongqing University participated in a special language and book day event, fostering cultural exchange and academic engagement.

Seoul National University has approved a proposal to establish a new undergraduate division exclusively for international students, with enrollment expected to begin in fall 2027.

The Australian government is being urged to take stronger action after a Chinese international student was allegedly jailed for six years in China for participating in pro-democracy protests in Australia.
Beijing Language and Culture University (BLCU) has announced plans to expand its international student enrollment.
Following a damning report on the international student program, officials have promised action, acknowledging the need to address high-risk cases and fraud.

An article highlights the top five countries that provide post-study work visas, a crucial factor for international students aiming to gain work experience after graduation.
Japan's international student enrollment stood at only 3.3% in 2023, significantly lower than that of the European Union, United States, and United Kingdom, indicating the country is squeezed between economic and social demands.
Vivienne Hnin, an international student at UNC, successfully switched her major to computer science in her junior year and subsequently secured an AI summer internship.

South Korea's Education Ministry announced the launch of a new online platform designed to provide international students with comprehensive information on university programs, scholarships, visas, and job opportunities. The initiative aims to bolster efforts to attract foreign talent to the country.

International students in Canada, including Nigerians, will no longer require a separate co-op work permit for internships, co-ops, and practicums under a new rule effective April 1, 2026.

Canada is implementing stricter checks on international students and setting a 21-day deadline for document submission, following a report on fraud in the International Student Program.

An industry report indicates that the rapid expansion of Africa's education technology sector is driving an increase in international student mobility, transforming access to global education for African students.

International students in Australia are expressing distress over recent sudden visa fee hikes and stricter rules, raising concerns about affordability and their future study and work prospects. Many feel exploited by the rapidly shifting policies.

A significant immigration reform bill has become law in Canada, following a report on fraud in the international student program, with some critics expressing worry that it may roll back refugee rights.

A study explores how international students from the 'Third World' living in real-socialist Romania challenged the ideals and promises of socialist internationalism.
China eyes greater appeal as destination for international students China Daily

The number of international students in Portuguese universities has more than doubled in 10 years, with Brazil accounting for 70% of students from the CPLP seeking qualifications, followed by Guinea-Bissau and Cape Verde.

Police in Surrey, Canada, have reported a decline in shootings linked to extortion, following community outreach efforts including meetings with international students.
International students learn martial arts at Ningxia university China Daily
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Visa denials have blocked 167 international students under 19 from attending vocational schools in South Korea for the 2026 academic year, prompting calls for closer coordination among government agencies, a National Assembly report said Monday. The report from the National Assembly Research Service said 100 students were denied visas in South Jeolla Province, followed by 33 in North Gyeongsang Province and 17 each in North Jeolla and South Chungcheong provinces, after being admitted to vocation

Immigration New Zealand has announced plans to introduce a new Short Term Graduate Work Visa and expand eligibility for the Post Study Work Visa, aiming to better align international graduate pathways with the country's labor demand.

A leading political adviser suggests China leverage tourists, international students, and foreign employees as grass-roots ambassadors to enhance the country's global narrative and resonate with worldwide audiences.

According to the latest results from the Program for International Student Assessment (PISA), students in this country performed the best among 81 participating economies, representing roughly 29…

New international student arrivals to Canada fell 61% year-on-year in 2025, as two successive years of federal study permit caps and declining visa approval rates continued to weigh on the sector.
Lithuania plans to introduce internship scholarships specifically for international students.

A Dutch company is charging international students for assistance with student finance applications, a practice deemed objectionable by the Education Executive Agency (DUO), though not illegal. Approximately 350 students have used this service.

The University of Amsterdam (UvA) is reportedly actively recruiting international students, despite a 2022 agreement among Dutch universities and the government to cease such recruitment efforts.

South Korea's Ministry of Justice announced a decision to stop issuing visas to international students under the age of 19 who are participating in employment-residency programs, effective October 2025.

Unite Group, the UK's largest student housing provider, has been impacted by a decline in international student enrollment, leading to rent cuts at some universities and the sale of a London site for £186m to raise cash.
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has updated its instructions to simplify the study permit process for international students enrolled in joint programs and advanced degree tracks.

Canada has revised its study permit policy, reducing the validity period for international students who need to complete preparatory courses before their main academic programs.
Amid intensifying international competition for international students, the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology has decided to relax the enrollment caps for international students at three national universities, including Tohoku University, to expand their acceptance.
The death of Indian-origin student Saketh Sreenivasaiah in the US has drawn significant attention, with friends highlighting the challenges faced by international students abroad.

A body representing English language schools has expressed deep concern regarding international students who are owed money by businesses operating in the sector.

The University of Strasbourg is preparing to expel approximately 40 master's students from non-EU countries who have not paid their increased tuition fees, a measure rarely enforced by other universities but encouraged by the government.

U.S. consulates rejected 35% of student visa applicants in 2025, marking the highest refusal rate in a decade and potentially costing American universities billions in lost tuition revenue.
Beijing Language and Culture University (BLCU) has announced plans to increase its international student enrollment, signaling a push for greater global academic exchange.

The number of new international students arriving in Canada has fallen to its lowest level in a decade, even below pandemic-era figures, following a significant reduction in approved study permits.
International students studying in China are highlighted for their role in building cultural and academic bridges between China and global communities.
An immigration tribunal ruled that an international student from India, who was on an expired permit and attempted to steal a BMW, could remain in Canada, deeming him a 'dupe' in the incident.

Canada is reportedly proposing a significant overhaul of its skilled-worker immigration system, which could remove scoring advantages previously held by international students and applicants with Canadian family ties for permanent residency.

Canada is considering a policy change to allow international students to work without permits, aiming to address significant visa application backlogs that have extended processing times to around 250 days.
An article provides essential information for international students considering or preparing to study in Denmark, outlining 10 key things to know.

Leverage Edu, an international student mobility platform, has expanded its operations into Morocco, marked by a 'Tech Converge' event in Casablanca. The expansion aims to support Moroccan students seeking international academic opportunities and connect them with global universities.

International students in Australia are reportedly skipping meals and reducing their intake of essential foods due to the soaring cost of living, with rising rents being a major factor.

South Korean immigration authorities are investigating Honam University following allegations that it admitted international students using falsified graduation certificates from an unaccredited US institution.
A recent survey has found that teachers are keen on adopting PISA (Programme for International Student Assessment) standards, according to eKathimerini.com.
A US Senator has introduced a bill aimed at monitoring international students working in American laboratories, citing concerns that foreign nationals in these facilities pose a national security threat.

The proportion of Indian international students in Canada has sharply declined from over 50% in 2023 to under 10% in 2025, amidst growing concerns over immigration integrity.
Canada's Auditor General found that only a fraction of 153,000 flagged international students with expired study permits were investigated, with 93% of 549,000 students allowed to remain in the country.
Tianjin has launched a three-month cultural program featuring an international student exchange, aiming to promote cultural understanding and collaboration.

Two Indian nationals, Arshdeep Singh and Sukhnaaz Singh Sandhu, who entered Canada as international students, were deported after being arrested for extortion and drug trafficking in Edmonton.

International students in the Netherlands are largely satisfied with the quality of higher education but continue to face significant challenges with housing, administrative systems and social inte
Jonathan Davis of Reichman University discusses how the institution is supporting its international student body during times of conflict, fostering resilience and community.

Tampere's vocational college, Tredu, has released new tuition fees for non-EU/EEA students, with costs varying significantly by program, and the most expensive degree exceeding 100,000 euros.

CBC News has learned two people — including a 22-year-old international student — died after giving plasma at Winnipeg collection centres that pay people for their donations.
Armed with smartphone gimbals and WeChat video calls, university student Piki Wang works as a "proxy viewer" - part of a growing, pay-per-view microeconomy on social media platform RedNote.

The United States dominates the top 30 institutions for computer science, with annual tuition fees for international students ranging up to US$71,300.

The application fee for Australia's Temporary Graduate visa, which allows international students to remain and work after completing their studies, has been increased to AU$4,600 (US$3,250).
International students and teachers in China share their preferred Chinese products, ranging from health items to technology.
A 37-year-old employee of a student support company has been arrested for allegedly impersonating a Chinese international student to take the TOEIC English proficiency test and two university entrance exams in Tokyo.

International students in Kotka, Finland, are studying Finnish to improve their employment prospects, with universities offering grants to encourage language acquisition.

Japan has surpassed its long-term goal of enrolling 400,000 foreign students eight years ahead of schedule, with top universities now easing caps on international students.
A row has erupted over a photo allegedly showing Indian students queuing at an Irish university food bank, raising questions about the situation of international students.

Canada has announced updated rules for its post-graduation work permit program, providing international students with new information regarding their eligibility and requirements.
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Hong Kong sees a rise in non-local university students, while the Netherlands reverses curbs on English-taught programs to attract international students, and South Korea bars universities from issuing student visas amid a crackdown.
Australia has experienced a 32% decrease in international student visa applications, attributed to stricter policies and rising costs, which is expected to impact the country's international education sector.

Canada has recorded a 37% decrease in the number of international students, according to a new report.
Prosecutors in Beijing are stepping up efforts to provide enhanced legal education and awareness programs for international students in the city.
The Canadian Liberal government has pledged to take action regarding international students who overstay their visas, among other policy discussions.

Germany is on course for a record 420,000 international students in the 2025-2026 academic year, drawing record numbers from India, Vietnam, and across Asia with free tuition and scholarships even as…

President Trump has stated that the "war" with Iran should end "very soon," suggesting that good things are happening and that both sides may meet for talks. He also claimed Iran has agreed to surrender uranium, referring to the conflict as a "small diversion."
Iran has set an agenda to attract 320,000 international students to its educational institutions by the year 2028.

A column discusses how tuition fees for international students from outside the EU and EEA are further shrinking small high schools in Finland, making the matriculation examination costly for them.

Amid a record number of international students, South Korea announced plans to strengthen oversight through joint government inspections of universities.
This article highlights and promotes various opportunities for international students to study in Azerbaijan.
The Canadian government has sent letters to numerous international students, including many from India, asking them to provide proof of compliance with their study permit conditions.

The Trump administration's efforts to reduce international student enrollment are reportedly affecting colleges beyond just elite institutions, causing financial strain.
An expert commentary highlights Germany's increasing popularity as a study destination, with the country consistently ranking among the top choices for international students worldwide.

South Korea produced a record 19,831 PhD holders last year, but a growing share are struggling to find high-paying jobs, raising concerns about the prospects for hundreds of thousands of international students and the overall value of advanced degrees.

Justice Minister Sean Fraser, who previously oversaw immigration, stated that with hindsight, he would have acted sooner to cap international student numbers, following an Auditor General's report on fraud in the program.
Tongji University has officially launched a new international student community to support and integrate its diverse student body.

Auditor General Karen Hogan has identified critical weaknesses in the integrity controls governing Canada's International Student Program.


The boards of Denmark's eight universities have issued a joint appeal, arguing that more international students should be educated in Denmark due to their significant contributions to the Danish economy and business sector.

International students in the Netherlands are mostly happy with the standard of higher education, but they do face problems with...


Finest Future sold places at Finnish high schools to international students, but the initiative has garnered widespread criticism since its inception.

Latvia is considering implementing stricter requirements for foreign students enrolling in its universities, as the number of international students has grown to 16% of the total, raising concerns about their true reasons for entry.

Britain has halted student visas for four unspecified countries, a move that could impact international students.

International students in Australia are accusing the government of treating them like 'ATMs' after non-refundable visa fees reportedly doubled without warning.
A report highlights the favorite Chinese products among international students and teachers, spanning categories from health to technology.
A new PBO report indicates that Ottawa is on schedule to achieve its target of 5% non-permanent residents by 2027, with immigration plans significantly lowering arrival targets, particularly for international students.

Canada has seen a 90% decrease in international students and a 70% decline in foreign workers since 2023, a trend linked to government policies and a pivot towards AI solutions.

The KDI School of Public Policy and Management has been awarded top status under a government evaluation system for its support and management of international students, marking its sixth consecutive year at the highest level.

The Manitoba Institute of Trades and Technology (MITT) has become the first public college in Canada to close as a result of the federal government's crackdown on international student visas.

The Finnish government has begun preparing legislation to tighten residency permit requirements for foreign students, a move that could impact food couriers, many of whom are international students.

Rising incidents reveal that safety systems for international students abroad may be failing, with students facing dangers such as unsafe housing and harassment.
Sylendran Arunagiri Sylendran Arunagiri Sylendran Arunagiri wanted to work at Nvidia, his "dream company." He said the US job market felt far more challenging than what he'd experienced in India. After being rejected for an internship, he reflected on what went wrong — and made a plan. As Sylendran Arunagiri considered moving from India to the US to pursue a master's degree, some friends and mentors advised him to delay his move. They warned that the US tech job market had become too challenging. Arunagiri's goal was to move to the US in late 2023, begin a master's program in product management at Carnegie Mellon University, and land a Big Tech internship for the summer of 2024. He hoped this would be a stepping stone toward landing an AI-related role, ideally at Nvidia, his "dream company" because of its central role in the AI technologies he'd long wanted to work on. However, there were several things working against him. For one, the US tech hiring landscape was already creating headaches for job seekers. Openings had plummeted from highs reached a year earlier, and industry layoffs were increasing competition for available roles. Additionally, Arunagiri had grown accustomed to the job market in India, where he earned a bachelor's degree and an MBA from top institutions that he said relied on structured campus placement programs to funnel many students directly into jobs. But from what he'd heard, the US was very different. Job fairs were often more like networking events than recruiting opportunities. "You're completely on your own," said the 30-year-old, who now lives in San Jose. Arunagiri is among the many job seekers who have struggled to navigate a US hiring landscape that's become more challenging in recent years. Amid economic uncertainty, the early effects of generative AI adoption, and a broader push to streamline operations, US businesses are now hiring at one of the slowest rates since 2013. window.addEventListener("message",function(a){if(void 0!==a.data["datawrapper-height"]){var e=document.querySelectorAll("iframe");for(var t in a.data["datawrapper-height"])for(var r,i=0;r=e[i];i++)if(r.contentWindow===a.source){var d=a.data["datawrapper-height"][t]+"px";r.style.height=d}}}); Still, some people have managed to break through in a challenging market. Arunagiri shared how he pursued his goal of working at Nvidia — a company he described as his dream employer — and offered his top advice for other job seekers. Striking out on Nvidia Many of the tech companies Arunagiri was targeting had conducted summer internship interviews the previous fall, so he began applying before moving to the US. After sending out many applications, he landed an interview with Nvidia in November 2023. Arunagiri said the interview process went so well that he stopped applying to other internships. But after moving to the US and completing his final interview in February, he learned that he wouldn't be getting the role — which left him scrambling to find another internship. "I had to start from scratch, but by then many of the applications had dried out," he said Arunagiri was able to land an AI product manager internship based in India at the tech company Informatica. However, that summer, he found it difficult to stop thinking about what went wrong during his interview process with Nvidia — and began setting his sights on eventually landing a full-time role with the company. Business Insider is speaking with workers who've found themselves at a corporate crossroads — whether due to a layoff, resignation, job search, or shifting workplace expectations. Share your story by filling out this form, contacting this reporter via email at jzinkula@businessinsider.com, or via Signal at jzinkula.29. A second chance at Nvidia Upon reflection, Arunagiri suspected that his final Nvidia interview may have doomed him. He said he was lower energy than usual because he was feeling sick that day, and that he'd been hesitant to postpone it out of fear that the opportunity would be filled in the meantime. In hindsight, he said that decision was likely a mistake. "I came off as a dull candidate, but I'm usually energetic and conversational," he said. "I should have probably postponed it to a day that I was feeling better." Arunagiri decided to reach out to an HR professional from Nvidia to get insight into where he fell short, and they agreed to jump on a call with him. While they didn't provide specific insights into his candidacy, he said they recommended he try to connect with people at Nvidia in current roles, including hiring managers and interns, to get insight into the kinds of projects they were working on and how he could better align his profile. He eventually connected with about five Nvidia interns, who he said provided valuable insights. Those conversations helped shape the personal AI-related projects he began pursuing and sharing on LinkedIn in hopes of standing out. After the summer, Arunagiri dove back into the job search, eager to land a role before he graduated in December 2024. He knew that if he didn't land a job within 90 days after graduation, his F-1 visa restrictions would force him to return to India. In September 2024, he submitted a cold application for a technical product marketing role in agentic AI at Nvidia —a role he described as his "dream AI role" at his dream company. He was asked to interview starting in October, and around the same time, he was also invited to interview for a more junior product management role at Microsoft. Advice for other job seekers In December, with his graduation looming later that month, Arunagiri received offers from Nvidia and Microsoft within days of each other. Given that Nvidia was his dream employer, the role checked a lot of his boxes, and the pay was higher than Microsoft's, he said the decision was fairly easy — and he accepted Nvidia's offer. He said that so far, working at Nvidia has been "everything that I've dreamed of." Arunagiri believes that his LinkedIn presence helped him stand out. During the interview process, he said, the hiring manager told him that he'd reviewed his LinkedIn profile and noticed the projects he'd been working on, including small experiments with new generative AI tools and models he'd shared publicly. He has a few pieces of advice for job seekers. First, he said, time management is key, particularly because applying for jobs and connecting with people can be time-consuming. Second, he said, never compare your job search journey to anyone else's, since a variety of factors can influence how it plays out. Rather than quietly applying and networking, he recommends sharing tangible projects publicly — such as posting about AI tools you've explored and linking to projects on LinkedIn or a personal website — so hiring managers can see your work. "You need to find something that sets you apart from others," he said. Read the original article on Business Insider
South Korea has launched a new program that exempts international students in 16 vocational courses from financial proof requirements and offers a pathway to residency.