Optional Practical Training (OPT) for F-1 Students - USCIS Eligible students can apply to receive up to 12 months of OPT employment authorization before completing their academic studies (pre-completion) and or after completing their academic studies (post-completion)
Post-Completion Optional Practical Training (OPT) Eligible students can apply for OPT up to 90 days before and up to 60 days after your expected program completion date (the last day of the finals week) Generally, we recommend applying for OPT as early as possible
Optional Practical Training - Wikipedia For the 17-month OPT extension, a student must have received a science, technology, engineering, or mathematics degree as defined by USCIS
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F-1 Optional Practical Training (OPT) | Study in the States Optional practical training is one type of work permission available for eligible F-1 students It allows students to get real-world work experience related to their field of study