Harvard Banned from Enrolling International Students

The Trump administration has dropped a bombshell on Harvard University, revoking its ability to enroll new international students in a move sending shockwaves through academia. The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced the decision Thursday, citing 'repeated failure to comply with federal law.'

'Enrolling international students is a privilege – not a right,' declared DHS Secretary Kristi Noem, framing the move as a warning to universities nationwide. The decision strips Harvard of its certification under the Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP), which oversees foreign students’ visas.

While details on Harvard’s alleged violations remain unclear, the move raises urgent questions for thousands of prospective students globally and could disrupt admissions cycles. Universities are now scrambling to assess the implications for their own international programs.

For students eyeing U.S. education, this development adds another layer of uncertainty amid shifting visa policies. Stay tuned as we track how this plays out for #GenZ scholars and institutions alike.

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Trump administration bars Harvard from enrolling foreign students

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