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How to Extend Your Indian Passport: Renewal Checklist for F-1 Students
by D1CC on Jul 03, 2026
Extending your Indian passport in the USA does not have to be a complicated process. Whether your passport is close to expiring, you need additional validity for visa or immigration purposes, or you want to avoid travel disruptions, understanding the extension process can help you pre …
7 Cheapest Day 1 CPT Universities by State for International Students
by Christina Chen on Jun 26, 2026
Choosing a Day 1 CPT university is not only about finding the lowest tuition. For many international students, the real cost includes program fees, travel expenses, on-site attendance requirements, textbooks, insurance, and how often they need to visit campus.
Full-Time vs Part-Time CPT: What's Best for International Students?
by D1CC on Jun 19, 2026
International students exploring employment options in the United States often encounter an important decision when applying for Curricular Practical Training (CPT): should they choose Full-Time CPT or Part-Time CPT? While both options allow eligible F-1 students to gain valuable work …
How to Get a Green Card Through Lottery (2026 Edition)
by Eve Wu on May 28, 2026
The Diversity Visa (DV) Lottery, also known as the Green Card Lottery, is a U.S. government program created to promote immigration diversity by offering a path to permanent residency. Established under theImmigration Act of 1990, the program aims to broaden the U.S. immigrant populati …
Scholarships for Day 1 CPT Students (2026 Edition)
by Tim on May 22, 2026
Balancing study, work, and living expenses in the U.S. can be especially challenging for international students. For Day 1 CPT students, practical factors like cost and location often outweigh school rankings or academic prestige.
How to Renew an Indian Passport in USA (2026 Edition)
by Abby on May 21, 2026
If you are currently in the U.S. on an F1 visa with Day 1 CPT or OPT, or working under an H1B visa, and your Indian passport is nearing expiration, it is important to renew your Indian passport in time. While traveling back to India for renewal is an option, it is often not practical. …
35% H-1B Selection Rate in 2026: What’s Driving the Change?
by Tim on May 20, 2026
The H-1B lottery landscape has changed dramatically over the last few years. After record-high registration numbers and historically low odds during FY 2024, many international students and employers are finally seeing improved H-1B selection rates in 2026. However, the system itself …
The Top 100 Best Physical Therapy Schools in the U.S. (2026)
by Tim on May 19, 2026
The physical therapy field is changing fast, and competition to get into top schools is rising even faster. In 2026, hundreds of accredited DPT (Doctor of Physical Therapy) programs are actively competing for the attention of aspiring PTs (Physical Therapists), but not all programs ar …
Selection Rate of 35%: Analysis of 2026 H-1B Visa Lottery
by Tim on May 11, 2026
In May 2026, USCIS released FY 2027 H-1B cap registration data showing another significant decline in registrations and continued improvements in selection odds for legitimate applicants. USCIS reported approximately 211,600 registrations for FY 2027, a 38.5% decrease from the 343,981 …
Top 5 Day 1 CPT Universities with the Best Student Ratings
by Tim on May 08, 2026
Choosing the right Day 1 CPT university can be overwhelming—especially when it comes to understanding the actual classroom experience. That is why many prospective students look for honest reviews from those currently enrolled. To address this need, GoElite has launched a CPT course r …