Nigerians affected as US tightens student visa rules, enrolment drops
According to data from the US Department of State and the Institute of International Education, the fall in new international enrolment came amid changes to immigration policies, visa restrictions and uncertainty surrounding the future of international students in the country.
The changes come as the US government introduces tighter rules affecting international students, including a proposed four-year cap on F-1 and J-1 student stays, alongside delays and limited availability of visa appointments.
The Common App also reported a 10 per cent decline in international applicants for the 2026-27 academic year, describing it as the steepest fall recorded in its data.
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