Multiple U.S. media outlets report that the Trump administration is weighing a policy that would charge foreign students up to $100,000 if they want to remain and work in the United States after graduation. The Wall Street Journal described the proposal as an exclusive, and it was subsequently carried by Bloomberg, India Today, ANI News and others, which say the plan is still under consideration rather than finalized.
According to the coverage, the measure would target international students seeking post‑graduation employment in the U.S., effectively imposing a large fee on those who aim to transition from student status to a work-related immigration pathway. Reports describe the figure as roughly $100,000, but they offer limited detail on how the fee would be structured, who would qualify, or when — if ever — it might take effect.
The proposal has prompted immediate backlash in media and advocacy circles. Coverage in Hindustan Times summarized public reaction as strongly negative, citing critics who labeled the plan a “stupid idea.” Commentators and university stakeholders — cited in the broader reporting — argue that such a steep cost could deter international applicants, strain university finances reliant on overseas enrolment, and damage U.S. competitiveness for global talent.
Key practical questions remain unresolved in the reports: whether the fee would be one-time or recurring, which visa categories it would apply to, exemptions (if any), and the legal mechanism for collection. Journalists note this would represent a major shift in U.S. immigration and higher‑education policy and could face legal and logistical challenges before any implementation.
For now, outlets emphasize that the plan is under review and not enacted. Further reporting will be needed to confirm details, timelines and any official announcement by the administration.
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Publish Date: 2026-07-31 00:35:00
