New Fields of Study Added to STEM List
On May 11, 2012, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security added several fields of study to the list of CIP codes that now qualify for the 17-month extension of OPT.  Click the link above for more information.
Posted May 16th, 2012

Are You "Safe, Settled and Healthy"?
Posted April 17, 2012

Interviewing in the USA: A Career Workshop

This workshop will focus on interviewing techniques and answering the tough questions you might encounter when applying for a job in the USA.
Posted February 23, 2012

F-1 Optional Practical Training Workshops

The ISSO will offer workshops on the FIRST FRIDAY of each month throughout the year focusing on the F-1 OPT application process. Click on the link above for full details on the Spring 2012 workshops.

Posted January 24, 2012

OPT Interim Rule (Updated June 15, 2011)
The ISSO has published new web pages, and updated existing pages, incorporating all aspects of the new OPT interim rule including new application procedures, reporting requirements, and details of the 17-month STEM extension of post-completion OPT.  Click on the link above for an introduction to the new rule which includes links to other pertinent instructions and information.

Posted April 8, 2008

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