The Department of Homeland Security has proposed a rule that would require US colleges to pay fees before recommending F-1 students for Optional Practical Training (OPT). The fee could be $70,000 or more per international student. OPT allows eligible international graduates to work in the US for up to a year, with a possible 24-month extension for STEM degree holders. This proposal is part of a series of policy measures aimed at reducing the foreign workforce in the US.
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