India, Oct. 16 -- With rejection rates at a decade high and visa approvals plummeting by nearly half, the once-favoured destination for higher education is fast losing its appeal

The visa crisis has particularly impacted international students, including those from India. There are growing concerns about the future of their education in the US. Approximately 1.1 million international students are studying in the US.

The recent crackdown on international students has intensified, with its impact now evident. There has been a sharp decrease in the number of student visas, with only 44.5 per cent issued compared to the previous year. Between January and September 2024, there was a 38 per cent decline in F-1 visas granted to Indians.

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