Summary
Academic programs at accredited colleges, universities, seminaries, and language schools.
Academic student visa updates: OPT, CPT, STEM extensions, and SEVIS.
What this topic is
Academic programs at accredited colleges, universities, seminaries, and language schools.
The F-1 is the most common student visa. It is tied to your Designated School Official (DSO) and your SEVIS record. On-campus work is generally allowed; off-campus work requires USCIS authorization (OPT or CPT).
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