Despite visa hurdles, Indian students in US surged a record 35% in 2022-23, surpassing China. 5 things we know so far
student visa season, the US Embassy and Consulates in India granted a record-high number of student visas. In India, consular staff granted 95,269 visas in the F, M, and J categories.
This marks an 18% surge increase over the same timeframe. Noting that Indian students studying in the US deserve recognition, the Ambassador of the US to India, Eric Garcetti said, “You did it, India! … The decision to study abroad, and your choice of the United States, represents a valuable investment by you and your families.
You are bringing our countries closer together and leading us towards a bright future." “We celebrate the strength of the Indian educational system that prepares students to compete globally and look forward to seeing India continue to lead. We also look forward to balancing these record numbers." Now to make the process even easier, the US Department of State provides free advising services to prospective students, both digitally and in person, at six EducationUSA advising centres in India: New Delhi, Chennai, Kolkata, Mumbai, and two in Hyderabad.
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