Tuesday, 23 September, 2025
Upskilling Platforms Revamp Offerings as H-1B Fee Hike Shifts Student
The sharp increase in US H-1B visa fees (now $100,000 for new applicants) is triggering major shifts in education and upskilling demand. Edtech firms like Upgrad, Simplilearn, Scaler and TeamLease EdTech are tailoring courses toward STEM fields, reducing non-STEM enrolments. Students are now more ROI-focused, exploring alternatives like high-quality local upskilling or destinational study options in Europe and Asia.
Read full story at Economic Times