ISSO to host Town Hall Meetings on new STEM OPT Rule

in STEM OPT rule
March 22nd, 2016

The newly published STEM OPT rule will extend and expand training opportunities for F-1 students in certain Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) major fields, beginning in May 2016.

The ISSO will hold several Town Hall meetings to explain provisions of the new rule to students and administrators from affected departments and schools.

  • How do I qualify for STEM OPT?
  • Is my major on the list?
  • What does my employer need to do?
  • If I am approved for STEM OPT under the 17-Month program, can I extend for the additional seven months?

For answers to these questions and more, come to one of our STEM OPT Town Hall Meetings:

Tuesday, March 29, 3:30-4:30 p.m.
School of Education, 2 Silber Way, Room 130
Hosted by Questrom School of Business

Wednesday, March 30, 6:00-7:00 p.m.
School of Engineering, Photonics Building
8 St. Mary’s Street, Room 206

Thursday, April 7, 5:00-6:00 p.m.
International Students and Scholars Office
888 Commonwealth Ave, 2nd Floor

Thursday, April 14, 5:00-6:00 p.m.
Boston University Medical Campus
72 East Concord Street, Room L110

See our event handout.

As a Boston University student or administrator, you are welcome to attend a Town Hall meetings at any of the above locations, at the time most convenient your schedule.