Duration of Status Rule Change Blocked

The U.S. District Court ordered a preliminary injunction, allowing the longstanding Duration of Status policy to remain in place while the lawsuit continues.

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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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Updated International Enrollment Analysis

NAFSA and JB International have released new research showing that the potential decline in international student enrollment this fall could result in $3.4 billion in lost revenue and nearly 40,000 fewer jobs. Read the full Fall 2026 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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September 16 - 18, 2026 | 2:00 pm

Filing Academic H-1B Petitions

A foundational overview for professionals new to the H-1B petition process. Learn key regulatory information from experts in the field who provide guidance and insights into the common pitfalls that come with these petitions. This workshop helps you prepare the petition and also learn model practices from other institutions on creating efficient and consistent hiring processes for your own campus.
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September 21, 2026 | 3:00 pm

Making the Case with Data: Demonstrating the Impact of Education Abroad

As budgets tighten and institutions increasingly focus on measurable outcomes, education abroad professionals are being called upon to demonstrate the value of their programs in new ways. Join several leaders featured in NAFSA's International Education article “ Making the Case with Data” for a...
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September 23, 2026 | 12:00 pm

AI for Global Student Connection

As part of the AI-Enhanced Study Abroad Office series, this session explores how artificial intelligence can be used to strengthen global student connection through more personalized advising and engagement strategies. Participants will examine practical use cases for AI that enhance communication...
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September 22, 2026 | 1:00 pm
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Making Connections: Finding Your Place in IE

Students and early career professionals in international education are encouraged to network and learn more about building a career and community in international education with NAFSA's Teaching, Learning, and Scholarship Knowledge Community (TLS KC). Register for the live event and join the...
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September 30, 2026 | 9:00 am

Duration of Status Final Rule Practice Forum

The fixed period of admission is replacing duration of status for F, J, and I nonimmigrants. The questions have shifted from what the rule says to what it does: how admit-until dates are appearing on I-94s, how extension filings are moving through USCIS, and where advising processes and...
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