Tue Apr 15 23:00:00 UTC 2025: ## Hundreds of International Students Face Visa Revocation in US Crackdown

**Washington, April 16, 2025** – A sweeping crackdown by the federal government is leaving hundreds of international students in the United States facing visa revocation and deportation, prompting widespread alarm among universities and advocacy groups. At least 600 students at over 90 colleges and universities have had their visas revoked or legal status terminated in recent weeks, according to an Associated Press review. Advocacy groups estimate the number could be far higher.

The sudden and widespread nature of the terminations has stunned colleges nationwide, affecting students from prestigious universities to small liberal arts colleges. Many of the affected students are from India and China, but the issue is not limited to any specific nationality. Lawyers report receiving a flood of calls from panicked students who were notified of their status change with little to no explanation.

Several lawsuits have already been filed, alleging a lack of due process. Students claim they received no prior notice or clear reason for the terminations, with some citing minor traffic violations or no infractions at all. One federal judge has granted a temporary restraining order to restore the status of a Dartmouth College student.

The situation has created fear and uncertainty among international students, who are a significant source of revenue for American universities. Many pay full tuition, as they are ineligible for federal financial aid. Some schools have advised students to leave the country, while others are appealing the terminations. The Department of Homeland Security and State Department have not yet commented on the matter.

The crackdown extends beyond currently enrolled students, impacting those on “optional practical training” (OPT) – a post-graduation work permit – further exacerbating concerns about the scope and implications of this action. The sudden shift in enforcement has left students and universities scrambling for answers and legal recourse, highlighting the precarious position of international students within the US higher education system.

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