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Studying in the United States is renowned for its flexible academic system, general education curriculum, and abundant research and industry resources, attracting a large number of international students from around the world.<\/p>\n
\u2022 Educational level:
\n \u2022 Undergraduate: The program typically lasts four years. The first two years are for general education, during which students can explore their interests before choosing a major.
\n \u2022 Postgraduate programs: including Master's (1-2 years) and Doctoral (usually 5 years). The focus is on in-depth research and application skills development within the chosen field.
\n\u2022 Core Policy and Risk Changes (2026):
\n \u2022 Visa screening (F-1):
\n \u2022 Application System Changes: Starting April 1, 2026, the F-1 visa issuance system for applicants from mainland China has been migrated from DOS to USCIS. The initial registration process is now fully integrated with the identity management system, and the review process has been significantly strengthened.
\n \u2022 Adjustment of stay period: The maximum validity period of an F-1 visa is 4 years. Doctoral students or students in combined bachelor's and master's programs need to apply for an extension separately after the expiration of the visa, and additional fees may be incurred.
\n \u2022 Visa appointment restrictions tightened: It is recommended to limit the number of appointment changes to no more than 2, as frequent changes may trigger scrutiny.
\n \u2022 Visa refusal rate risk: The refusal rate for international student F-1 visas is expected to rise significantly to 38% in 2026.
\n \u2022 Status and Immigration Management: The duration of stay for international students' I-20 forms is directly linked to their academic program. If a visa is canceled due to departure within its validity period, the I-20 may automatically become invalid, and the reinstatement process will be very complex. It is recommended to minimize unnecessary departures.
\n \u2022 The "grandfather clause" rule: Students enrolled in Fall 2025 or earlier will continue to be subject to the existing OPT rules and will not be retroactively affected by the new policy. Therefore, students who already hold a 5-year long-term visa should exercise caution when traveling abroad.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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