US President Donald Trump’s decision to raise the H-1B visa fee to $100,000 has sent shockwaves far beyond Silicon Valley, deeply impacting America’s higher education system. While much of the attention has focused on the tech industry, universities and schools that depend heavily on international faculty and graduate students are likely to feel the effects first.

Indian students face a double hit

The policy shift is expected to significantly affect Indian students, who make up the largest share of international students in the US and accounted for about 70% of H-1B visas last year.

Many Indian students pursue advanced degrees in the US with the intention of transitioning to employment through the H-1B program. However, the sharp rise in visa costs could discourage universities from spo

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