Harvard Challenges US Visa Revocation Policy

Published on 5.26.25

  Harvard University has been at the center of a contentious battle with the US government over its visa revocation policy, which would have forced thousands of international students to transfer from the institution. The university's lawsuit claims that this move would have had a devastating impact on its operations and identity as a global university. The Trump administration's decision to revoke Harvard's ability to enroll international students has been met with criticism from the university, which argues that it is a blatant violation of federal laws and the US Constitution. In particular, Harvard cites the First Amendment, which protects freedom of speech and association. The university relies heavily on its international student body, comprising nearly 27% of its total enrollment, including around 6,800 students. Harvard's lawsuit also highlights the financial implications of this policy, as the university receives billions of dollars in funding from the US government each year. The university argues that losing these students would severely impact its operational capabilities and compromise its ability to maintain its global reputation. This latest development has left thousands of foreign students at Harvard in administrative limbo, seeking alternative options as they face uncertainty about their future at the institution.

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