A controversial new policy under the Trump administration would impose a steep $70,000 fee on international students seeking post-graduation work authorization in the U.S., marking another effort to restrict opportunities for foreign scholars. The proposed measure, part of broader immigration crackdowns, aims to limit access to the country’s skilled workforce for those educated abroad. Critics argue the fee could disproportionately burden students from lower-income backgrounds while raising concerns about the long-term impact on academic exchange programs. The move follows a pattern of tightening visa policies for international researchers and professionals.
A new proposed $70,000 fee for international students who are seeking to work in the U.S. after graduation is the latest Trump administration policy targeting scholars from abroad.
