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What international students should know about ‘Duration of Status’ rule change
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· August 24, 2026
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Key points The US Department of Homeland Security announced this update, which is scheduled to take effect as early as September 15. New regulations are set to affect international students.
New regulations are set to affect international students. A policy update aims to increase oversight of certain non-immigrant categories. This change is intended to help evaluate whether individuals are maintaining their status while in the US.
The US Department of Homeland Security announced this update, which is scheduled to take effect as early as September 15. Further details about the policy and its implications are available.
International students should be aware of how this change may impact their activities, although it does not alter the visa process.
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Category: schools Published: August 24, 2026 Source: Baylor Lariat Reading time: 1 min
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