US Department of State data shows a dramatic -23% reduction in the number of new F-1, M-1, and J-1 student visas issued to international students in 2025 versus 2024. The drop was especially severe for the visa class associated with degree-seeking students: the F-1 visa, where issuances fell by a third in 2025 versus 2024.…
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