F-1 Students, OPT Application Season Begins Soon!
Greetings,
F-1 students graduating in Fall 2025 should think about applying for Post-Completion Optional Practical Training (OPT) soon. To be eligible for OPT, you must have held F-1 status for at least two semesters. OPT allows you to work in your field of study for up to 12 months (or 36 months for certain STEM fields). OISS will begin to accept applications on September 18, and we will start processing on October 2 if your expected graduation date is December 31.
Please note:
- Processing times for USCIS vary. On average, USCIS is taking approximately between 90 - 120 days, so we suggest you apply early.
- Students who are graduating and located outside of the U.S. this semester, please schedule an appointment with your international student advisor to discuss your OPT application
OISS will host both in-person and virtual OPT events to help you prepare to file. During these info sessions, you can ask questions to OISS staff about the application materials, forms you need to complete, and what the costs are associated with filing for OPT.
View Upcoming OPT Events Here!
If you have any questions about OPT, you can reach out to your International Student Advisor and ask! You can find your advisors email or make an appointment on this page here.
-The OISS Team
