NAFSA Joins Lawsuit Challenging Changes to CPT

The lawsuit responds to broadcast messages ICE sent in August which drastically changed ICE's interpretation of Curricular Practical Training for international students.

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NAFSA Regional Conferences

Connect with colleagues from your state and region this autumn at NAFSA Regional Conferences. Learn, network, and engage with IE professionals dedicated to advancing the field of international education. Build lasting partnerships with peers and institutions from across the region and around the world.

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Urge Congress to Reject DHS’s Plan to End D/S

DHS's final rule ends “Duration of Status” (D/S) and hands unprecedented academic decision-making power to a government agency ill-equipped for that responsibility. Join NAFSA and the U.S. for Success Coalition in urging Congress to reject this poor use of government resources and pass legislation to permanently protect D/S in immigration law.

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Gain access to the resources to shape your international education programs, build skills, and achieve professional goals. NAFSA Members receive discounted rates on annual and regional conferences, professional learning programs, special events, publications, and much more. Join NAFSA today to take your next step towards success.

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Updated International Enrollment Analysis

NAFSA and JB International have released new research showing that the potential decline in international student enrollment this fall could result in $3.4 billion in lost revenue and nearly 40,000 fewer jobs. Read the full Fall 2026 Snapshot and Impact Report.

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Adviser's Manual 360

The Adviser's Manual 360 is an online, searchable knowledge center of current U.S. laws, policies, and procedures related to international student and scholar immigration and visa issues. License this continuously updated essential resource for you and your staff and enjoy access on any device, anytime.

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Upcoming Events

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October 21, 2026 | 11:00 am

Understanding DHS's Proposed Rule on Optional Practical Training Fees: Analysis, Impact, and Advocacy Resources

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has proposed significant filing fees for Optional Practical Training (OPT) applicants and the institutions that support them. Join NAFSA for a timely webinar examining the proposed fee rule, its implications for international students and campus stakeholders, and the broader policy landscape. During this webinar, experts will provide an analysis of the proposed rule, review relevant data and research on its impact, and share practical resources to help institutions and individuals develop and submit informed comment letters to DHS before the 30
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Research in Action: Global Partnerships for the Common Good

Date TBD Connecting research and practice in international education is essential to advancing the field. Each year, NAFSA's Teaching, Learning, and Scholarship Knowledge Community (TLS KC) recognizes an individual whose research makes a meaningful contribution to the knowledge and practice of the...
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November 4 - 6, 2026 | 2:00 pm
Workshop

F-1 Student Advising: Intermediate

Elevate your advanced F-1 advising expertise through intensive training that tackles complex cases, aligns federal regulations with campus policies, and implements best practices for consistent institutional compliance. Find out more!
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November 17, 2026 | 12:00 pm

AI for Emotional Regulation

Today's students have grown up using technology to regulate emotions, and AI is the most powerful version of that impulse yet. For the professionals supporting students, the picture is equally complicated. International education carries the emotional and cognitive load of teaching and caregiving...
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