US Student Visa Rejected: AI Graduate Reconsiders Future Abroad and at Home

A 22-year-old Indian graduate with a Bachelor's degree in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning is facing a career crossroads after being denied a U.S. F-1 student visa. Hoping to pursue a Master’s in Data Science, he now finds himself reassessing his academic and professional path—an increasingly common scenario among India’s vast pool of tech talent.

Sharing his situation on Reddit, the student asked whether he should reapply for the U.S. visa, explore alternatives in Europe, or begin working in India’s tech industry—a move he’s hesitant about due to low entry-level salaries.

“My main concern is that as a fresher, the pay here is quite low,” he wrote. “I was hoping a master’s abroad would help, but maybe destiny had other plans.”

The post sparked a lively discussion, reflecting broader doubts about the value of expensive overseas education in today’s competitive and saturated global job market.

One user replied, “Moving abroad without experience won’t magically get you a high-paying job. Everyone has to start somewhere. You're probably better off getting experience in India than spending lakhs on a master’s degree.”

Another commenter pointed out that many data science and development roles in Europe are already oversaturated, and countries like the UK have outsourced much of their tech work to India. “Try doing your master’s in India,” they advised.

The conversation reflects shifting attitudes toward international education, as visa restrictions tighten and global job markets evolve. For many, the return on investment for studying abroad is no longer as clear-cut as it once was.

With six months until the next U.S. application cycle, the student remains undecided. “I won’t say my thoughts are perfect. If I’m making any mistakes or overlooking something, please feel free to point it out,” he wrote, open to advice from those who’ve faced similar decisions.

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