I’m excited to share that my views were recently featured in a Forbes article discussing the potential impact of U.S. immigration uncertainty on international MBA applicants.
The article brings together insights from leading MBA admissions consultants on how applicants should be thinking about the evolving landscape – especially in light of the recent legal challenges and political discourse around international student policies.
In my contribution, I emphasized the need for optimism, but also caution.
I work with a mix of candidates exploring both U.S. and E.U./U.K. programs, and my advice to them right now is to stay optimistic, but also mindful of the risks.
The U.S. has weathered political and cultural shocks before, and today’s uncertainty could even open up opportunities for applicants by lowering competition. But some of what we’re seeing now feels different – more serious, more lasting – and it may potentially affect more U.S. schools over time
Given that, I’m encouraging candidates to hedge their bets and consider a balanced mix of programs across the U.S. and E.U./U.K. – aligned not just with their short-term and long-term career goals, but also with their geographic and financial preferences.