Michigan State University students face uncertainty as U.S. pauses visa interviews

EAST LANSING, Mich. (WILX) - A pause on visa interviews by the U.S. Department of State is creating confusion and concern for international students at Michigan State University.

The Office of International Students and Scholars (OISS) at MSU alerted students in an email, writing:

“ We are writing with an important update following reports that the U.S Department of State has temporarily paused visa interviews for international students and scholars planning to study in the United States. This decision will have an impact on the processing timeline for visa applications. The Office for International Students and Scholars (OISS) will provide updates as new information becomes available.

For students and scholars outside the U.S.: If you are currently outside the United States and nee