U.S. Sanctions on Iran Cut Off Students From Tests Needed for Study Abroad

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~~Students in Iran can no longer take TOEFL and GRE exams after a US sanctions exemption was suspended. Applicants say the move threatens university deadlines and adds costly travel obligations.~~
Students in Iran can no longer take English-language proficiency exams after the suspension of a US sanctions exemption. Applicants say the move threatens university deadlines and adds costly travel obligations.

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Tue, 1 September 2026
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  U.S. Sanctions on Iran Cut Off Students From Tests Needed for Study Abroad
  The latest measures have forced the cancellation of English proficiency and graduate exams, isolating many Iranians most eager to foster ties with the world.
Wed, 2 September 2026
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- DW Top Stories14:56edited after publishing
  US sanctions halt TOEFL and GRE tests in Iran, disrupting study plans
  Students in Iran can no longer take English-language proficiency exams after the suspension of a US sanctions exemption. Applicants say the move threatens university deadlines and adds costly travel obligations.