US Universities Oppose Proposed $100,000 Fee for International Student OPT Program
A coalition of nearly 600 US colleges and universities has urged the Department of Homeland Security to withdraw its proposed fee structure for Optional Practical Training (OPT), which would charge institutions up to $100,000 for initial and STEM extension recommendations. The coalition warns these fees could limit international students' access to post-study work, potentially reducing enrollment and imposing significant financial burdens on universities. A survey cited found that 69% of international students might reconsider studying in the US if the fees are implemented.
First-hand measurement across 2 sources
We measured how 2 outlets covered this story. No outlet gave this story a measurable political slant — there is no left–right reading to report. Overall sentiment is negative (30/100). Lens Score 48/100.
Outlets measured: deccanherald, hindustantimes. See how each one headlined and framed the same story in the source comparison below.
AI Analysis
Sentiment was consistent across outlets (28–32/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
Coverage timeline
hindustantimes broke this story on 12 Nov, 07:28 am. Other outlets followed.