US Visa Crackdown Affects Over 1,300 International Students at Colleges Like Rice University

Published on 4.16.25

  The recent crackdown on foreign nationals by the US government has sent shockwaves through the education sector, with many colleges and universities struggling to support their international student populations. According to reports, as many as 1,300 students have had their visas terminated or lost status, sparking concerns about swift enforcement action. Fanta Aw, CEO of NAFSA, notes that a lack of clarity on reasons and scope of the issue has created fear among students. Rice University is one institution responding to this uncertainty by providing general legal resources for affected students, including online guidance and information sessions. The university's Office of International Students and Scholars is also directly communicating with students to answer questions and ensure their safety. The US government's actions have been met with criticism from advocacy groups, who warn that hundreds more students could be affected. Some colleges are advising students to leave the country to avoid detention, while others have allowed those appealing terminations to stay in the US.

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