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Chevening Scholarships 2026–27 Cycle Confirmed Open August 2025; University Offer Deadline July 9, 2026
The UK Government's Chevening Scholarships programme opened applications for the 2026–27 academic year on August 5, 2025, with a key deadline requiring at least one unconditional UK university offer by July 9, 2026.
Canada Cuts 2026 International Study Permit Cap to 309,670 — Down 7% from 2025
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has confirmed a further reduction in study permit spaces for 2026, continuing a multi-year tightening of international student intake.
DHS F/J Visa Fixed-Duration Rule Enters Final White House Review
A U.S. Department of Homeland Security proposal to cap F and J student visas at four years—replacing the longstanding 'duration of status' policy—is now under final White House review before publication.
Stipendium Hungaricum Scholarship Programme Opens Applications for 2026/2027 Academic Year
Hungary's flagship government scholarship for international students has launched its call for applications for the 2026/2027 cycle, covering tuition, accommodation, stipend, and medical insurance.
U.S. International Student Enrollment Shows Slight Decline Amid Policy Uncertainty, SEVIS Data Reveals
New SEVIS data released during International Education Week shows 1.16 million international students enrolled in U.S. degree programs as of October 2025, with a slight year-on-year drop driven by visa and policy concerns.
China Tops Medal Table at 66th International Mathematical Olympiad in Australia
China won the 2025 IMO for the 25th time, edging out the USA by 15 points at the competition held in Sunshine Coast, Queensland.
DAAD Fully Funded Scholarships 2026: Application Deadlines Open Now for International Postgraduate Students
Germany's DAAD is accepting applications for its 2026 fully funded postgraduate scholarships, with deadlines ranging from October to November 2025 across development-focused master's programmes at universities including Göttingen and HTW Berlin.
Economics Olympiad 2025 International Final Concludes in Ancient Olympia with 28 Nations Competing
The 2025 Economics Olympiad International Final Round was held in Olympia, Greece, drawing competitors from 28 countries out of an original field of 120,000 students, with Canada winning National Delegation of the Year.
66th International Mathematical Olympiad: China Takes Top Spot, 630 Students from 110 Countries Compete
China won the 66th IMO held in Sunshine Coast, Australia, finishing 15 points ahead of the USA, with 630 students from 110 countries competing for gold, silver, and bronze medals.