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On Sept. 14, 2026, a federal judge in Massachusetts issued a nationwide preliminary injunction indefinitely postponing the effective date of the new U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) rule intended to establish a fixed time period of admission and an extension of stay procedure that would impact students and scholars on F-1 and J-1 visas, and other academic restrictions specifically for F-1 students. Northwestern is monitoring this case and any further developments, and we will continue to provide updates as appropriate.

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International Community Statistics

OISS maintains information, including statistics and enrollment trends, about members of Northwestern international community who receive visa sponsorship through our office. This includes Northwestern's international student, employee and visitor population. 

Statistics

Each year, OISS publishes statistics and enrollment trends about Northwestern's international community. 

 

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Economic Value of International Students

The economic contributions of international students are in addition to the immeasurable academic and cultural value these students bring to universities across the United States. View a state by state breakdown of the economic benefits of international students from the National Association for International Educators (NAFSA)