Nepal, July 6 -- This spring, Bishwo Jeet Bista was accepted into Harvard University's class of 2029, but unpredictable changes in US policy on student visas have left him unsure whether he will be able to attend school in the fall.

For students accepted to US universities who are hoping to study in the country in the fall, changes in US policy on student visas have made the visa process harder.

Student visa interview appointments opened again for scheduling Tuesday at 8 am, but after more than a month-long pause in interview scheduling, a backlog in interview demand and new requirements directing visa applicants to make their social media accounts public will make the visa application more cumbersome.

The US Embassy would not comment ...