Why International Students Are Giving Up On The U.S.

For decades, international students have come to the U.S. with a clear expectation: earn a degree, get a job, and build a life in the country in pursuit of the American dream. But for many graduates, that path is becoming increasingly difficult at every step. International students are entering one of the toughest entry-level job markets in years while also navigating a rapidly changing immigration landscape. As a result, some students have resorted to "parallel planning," where they explore alternatives back home or in other countries outside of the U.S. Produced by: Juhohn Lee Reporting by: Jennifer Liu Edited by: Meline Rosales Camera by: Andrew Evers Animation by: Alisa Stern, Christina Locopo Senior Director of Video: Jessica Leibowitz Additional Footage: Getty Images, Adobe Stock Subscribe to CNBC Make It.: http://cnb.cx/2kxl2rf Watch CNBC on the go with CNBC+: https://www.cnbc.com/WatchCNBCPlus About CNBC Make It.: CNBC Make It. is a new section of CNBC dedicated to making you smarter about managing your business, career, and money. Want to get ahead at work? Then you need to learn how to make effective small talk. In CNBC’s new online course, How To Talk To People At Work, expert instructors teach you how to use everyday conversation to gain visibility, build meaningful relationships and advance your career. Sign up now: https://cnb.cx/3OfRmzP Connect with CNBC Make It. Online Get the latest updates: https://www.cnbc.com/make-it Find CNBC Make It. on Facebook: https://cnb.cx/LikeCNBCMakeIt Find CNBC Make It. on Twitter: https://cnb.cx/FollowCNBCMakeIt Find CNBC Make It. on Instagram: https://bit.ly/InstagramCNBCMakeIt Find CNBC Make It. On LinkedIn: https://cnb.cx/MakeItLinkedIn #CNBC #CNBCMakeIt Why International Students Are Giving Up On The U.S.