The Trump administration is considering a new $100,000 fee for Optional Practical Training, or OPT. Although the proposal has not been officially announced, it could dramatically increase the cost of post-graduation work authorization for international students and affect employers that recruit graduates from U.S. universities.
Trump Administration Considers $100,000 OPT Fee
Published
August 04, 2026
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