Colleges Report Growing Number of Revoked Student Visas
Several major U.S. universities, including Harvard University, Stanford University, and UCLA, have confirmed that students have had their visas revoked in recent weeks. The actions are part of a broader federal effort to reassess compliance with visa and green card regulations.
At Harvard alone, five individuals currently enrolled or recently graduated have been affected, the university confirmed.
Visa Revocations Tied to Federal Crackdown
According to Secretary of State Marco Rubio, more than 300 student visas have been revoked nationwide since the start of President Donald Trump’s second term. The administration has cited a range of reasons for these actions, including:
- Minor legal violations
- Alleged breaches of visa conditions
- Participation in public demonstrations
In many cases, the exact cause of revocation has not been disclosed.
Universities Tracking Impacted Students
More than a dozen higher education institutions (HEIs) are currently tallying the number of affected students and alumni. Many of the impacted individuals are international students on F-1 or J-1 visas, and universities are working to provide legal guidance and support.
A complete list of institutions affected has not been published, but preliminary data indicates a nationwide trend across both private and public universities.
