Texas A&M University has drawn criticism for spending around $3.25 million on H-1B visa fees and immigration expenses between 2020 and late 2025. The university sponsored 659 foreign workers for various posts during this time, including teaching and technical roles. Some question if the university is hiring too many overseas workers when local graduates, especially in tech, face job pressures. However, supporters say H-1B hires help universities fill key specialized jobs and keep research going without staff gaps. The Dallas Express, citing USCIS data, reported that the wider Texas A&M System approved more than 1,400 H-1B visas in the same period. Sponsorship costs covering fees and processing totaled $3,252,339.17. Job roles include instructional positions and others such as Graphic Designer II, Communications Manager, and software developer. Critics note Texas A&M spent over $3 million compared to University of Texas at Dallas, which spent roughly $1.1 million to sponsor about 300 H-1B workers. This has intensified debate over foreign hiring versus local job opportunities. The job market for tech graduates is tough, with 6.1% unemployment and 16.5% underemployment reported among computer science grads by the Federal Reserve Bank of New York in 2025. Yet, education advocates argue H-1B hiring supports important university functions and research, benefiting students. The American Association of University Professors says H-1B is vital to attract skilled staff when local hiring falls short. The Dallas Express report came after delays and mentioned a pending complaint with the Texas Attorney General. This controversy highlights ongoing tensions around immigration, job availability, and funding transparency at public universities.