NAFSA's Statement on Duration of Status

The Department of Homeland Security has published its final rule ending the long-standing Duration of Status policy for international students and exchange visitors.

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NAFSA Regional Conferences

Connect with colleagues from your state and region this autumn at NAFSA Regional Conferences. Learn, network, and engage with IE professionals dedicated to advancing the field of international education. Build lasting partnerships with peers and institutions from across the region and around the world.

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Urge Congress to Reject DHS’s Plan to End D/S

DHS's final rule ends “Duration of Status” (D/S) and hands unprecedented academic decision-making power to a government agency ill-equipped for that responsibility. Join NAFSA and the U.S. for Success Coalition in urging Congress to reject this poor use of government resources and pass legislation to permanently protect D/S in immigration law.

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Benefits of Membership

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Gain access to the resources to shape your international education programs, build skills, and achieve professional goals. NAFSA Members receive discounted rates on annual and regional conferences, professional learning programs, special events, publications, and much more. Join NAFSA today to take your next step towards success.

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Updated International Enrollment Analysis

NAFSA and JB International found that international students at U.S. colleges and universities contributed $42.9 billion and supported 355,736 jobs to the U.S. economy in the 2024-2025 academic year. Fall 2025 analysis shows a loss of more than $1.1 billion and nearly 23,000 jobs. Read the full Fall 2025 Snapshot and Impact Report.

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Adviser's Manual 360

The Adviser's Manual 360 is an online, searchable knowledge center of current U.S. laws, policies, and procedures related to international student and scholar immigration and visa issues. License this continuously updated essential resource for you and your staff and enjoy access on any device, anytime.

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Upcoming Events

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July 20, 2026 | 11:00 am

English Language Testing in the 21st Century: Relevancy, Costs, and Security in an AI World

What role should English language testing play in admissions today, and how should institutions actually evaluate the options in front of them? Join NAFSA for a conversation with Pearson PTE, Cambridge English, and Temple University covering the questions institutions are asking right now: how the purpose of testing is shifting, what's driving cost and accessibility tradeoffs between at-home and in-person delivery, and how to choose a provider and set score requirements with confidence. Moderated by Kerry Flett (NAFSA), panelists Meredith Stokes (Pearson PTE), Evelina Galaczi (Cambridge
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July 21, 2026 | 11:00 am
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Summer Refresh: Study Abroad Visas for France

Refresh your knowledge on study abroad visas for France with NAFSA’s Consular Affairs volunteers. Join a discussion led by the France CAL team focused on model practices for supporting your students as they apply for their study abroad visas to the France. This information is designed to assist...
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July 22, 2026 | 2:30 pm
Learning Session

MDP's Responsive Leadership Learning Lab

Responsive Leadership New in 2026! Responsive Leadership deepens and expands the leadership approach in NAFSA's Management Development Program (MDP) with it's focus on practical, people-centered management skills. Responsive leadership is the ability to adapt your leadership approach to meet the...
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