Sanctions Strangle Education: The Human Cost of US Policy in Iran The suspension of TOEFL and GRE testing inside Iran, due to changes in US sanctions regulations, has left thousands of students facing a daunting challenge: getting an education.
This latest obstacle for Iranian applicants hoping to study abroad is particularly concerning for those approaching university deadlines who have spent months – or even years – preparing applications, contacting professors, and paying out of pocket costs.
The stakes are high because the suspension of these exams threatens not only their academic plans but also their economic prospects.