US proposes USD 70,000 fee for student work programme

Washington: The US Department of Homeland Security has proposed charging $70,000 for international students seeking initial participation in the Optional Practical Training programme, a sweeping change that could sharply increase the cost of obtaining post-study work experience in the United States. The proposed rule would also impose a $30,000 fee for any subsequent OPT participation, DHS said Wednesday. The fees are proposed and are not currently in effect. DHS will accept public comments from