U.S. Universities Warn International Students of Potential Trump Travel Ban

Colleges advise students on visas to return before January 20 inauguration due to uncertainty over possible restrictions.

Over a dozen U.S. universities, including Ivy League and major institutions, have issued advisories to international students about returning to campus before Donald Trump's inauguration as president on January 20, 2025.
Concerns stem from Trump's past travel bans during his first term, which affected citizens from predominantly Muslim countries and disrupted visa holders, including students and faculty.
Cornell University has warned that new travel bans may target additional countries, such as China and India, and advised students to carry updated documentation for re-entry into the U.S.
Trump has pledged to revive and expand the travel ban, proposing new ideological screenings and visa revocations for individuals he deems anti-American or a security threat.
The advisories reflect growing uncertainty among international students, with over 1.1 million enrolled in U.S. institutions, as geopolitical tensions and immigration policy changes loom.