"Looking ahead, the enforcement of the fee could affect an estimated 50K+ future applicants annually, with industries such as IT, engineering and financial services most exposed. Within these sectors, high-demand domains like cloud, AI, cybersecurity and advanced engineering roles are likely to feel the greatest impact," Chengappa says.
Not just working professionals, for those planning higher studies or jobs in the US, the increased costs and stricter requirements imply that they must plan more strategically, advises Dr Karan Gupta, an internationally certified education counsellor, TEDx speaker and the founder of Karan Gupta Consulting.
"Companies may hesitate to sponsor as many candidates so students will have to work harder to stand out through specialised skills and advanced degrees," says Dr Gupta.
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