College officials worry the new approach will keep foreigners from wanting to study in the U.S. Students stripped of their entry visas are receiving orders from the Department of Homeland Security to leave the country immediately — a break from past practice that often permitted them to stay and complete their studies.

The Trump administration has set off a firestorm by revoking the visas of international U.S. college students involved in campus protests.

Two North Carolina State University students unexpectedly found their academic pursuits cut short as their student visas were terminated, forcing a return to Saudi Arabia.

The Trump administration has targeted international students in wake of pro-Palestinian protests and other activities.

The order comes as President Trump expands deportation efforts, including of students who have spoken out in support of Palestinians during Israel’s war in Gaza.

The government says it revoked his student visa in March because of his involvement in “disruptive protests,” as well as for disregarding university policies and creating a hostile environment for Jewish students.