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The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) proposed a rule change on Oct. 7 that would establish that schools pay a $70,000 fee per F-1 non-immigrant student for initial Optional Practical Training (OPT) and a $30,000 fee per F-1 non-immigrant student for any program extensions, which is said to “combat fraud and abuse, strengthen the integrity of the immigration system, and protect U.S. workers.”

​​The importance of higher education in an age of global rivalry and technological developments cannot be emphasized enough, and the argument over whether or not all students should receive a free college education has gained tremendous traction. Proponents contend that offering a free college education is not just a commendable goal but also a tactical necessity for promoting societal advancement, economic expansion and personal empowerment.