Trump Administration Considers $100,000 Fee for International Graduates on OPT Work Visas
The Trump administration is reportedly considering imposing a $100,000 fee on international students seeking to work in the US after graduation through the Optional Practical Training (OPT) program. OPT allows eligible foreign graduates to work for one to three years in fields related to their studies. The proposal, not yet officially announced, has drawn criticism for potentially deterring global talent and impacting universities, employers, and especially Indian students, who form the largest group of OPT participants. The administration previously faced legal setbacks with a similar fee on H-1B visas.
First-hand measurement across 14 sources
We measured how 14 outlets covered this story. No outlet gave this story a measurable political slant — there is no left–right reading to report. Overall sentiment is neutral (42/100). Lens Score 45/100.
Outlets measured: hindustantimes, ndtv, businessstandard, thehindu, wion, hindustantimes, zeenews, indiatoday, and 6 more. See how each one headlined and framed the same story in the source comparison below.
AI Analysis
Sentiment was consistent across outlets (32–50/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
Coverage timeline
timesnow broke this story on 30 Jul, 07:29 pm. Other outlets followed.