OFC Appointment: What You Should Know About It?
by Christina on Jul 01, 2025
Applying for a U.S. visa can be stressful, especially with all the steps involved and little room for error. If you're an international student or professional heading to the U.S., you’ve probably come across something called an OFC (Offsite Facilitation Center) appointment—and wonder …
OPT EAD Card: Application, Fees, Processing Time
by Tim on Jun 27, 2025
If you are an international student in the U.S. planning to work after graduation, understanding the OPT EAD card is essential. This card is your key to legally working under Optional Practical Training (OPT). In this guide, we'll walk you through what it is, how to apply, processing …
Hybrid Professional Programs: Data Analytics vs. Data Science
by Lexi Wu on Jun 26, 2025
With the growing popularity of hybrid professional programs, especially among international students looking for Day 1 CPT options, two fields often come up in career-focused conversations: Data Analytics (DA) and Data Science (DS). While these two disciplines share similarities, thei …
How to Renew Your F-1 Visa While Enrolled in a Hybrid Program
by Shan Zhang on Jun 26, 2025
If you’re an international student enrolled in a hybrid-professional program in the U.S., renewing your F-1 visa can be confusing. With changing government policies, visa interview wait times, and SEVIS status requirements, it’s hard to know where to begin. In this guide, we’ll explai …
7 Steps from F-1 to Green Card
by Tim on Jun 05, 2025
In 2025, U.S. colleges and universities host over 1.1 million international students. Despite increased scrutiny in the F-1 visa application process, this number is expected to continue rising—particularly among graduate students from India. After completing their degrees, approximate …
What Are the Main Reasons for Immigration to America?
by Ryan Zhang on Jun 04, 2025
Is the “Land of Opportunity” Still Worth It in 2025? "Why do so many immigrants choose to move to the US versus all the other first world countries that have better health care, education, and less violent crime?" - A popular reddit thread sparked a key question. And at the very top o …
What Does “Card was Mailed to Me” EAD Status Mean?
by Tim on Jun 02, 2025
Have you checked your USCIS case status and seen the update: “Card was mailed to me”—but are not quite sure what it means for your EAD (Employment Authorization Document) status? You are not alone. This common notification often leaves applicants wondering about delivery timelines and …
How to Get a Green Card through Lottery (2025 Edition)
by Eve Wu on May 28, 2025
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 (2025 Edition)
by Tim on May 22, 2025
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 Indian Passport in USA (2025 Edition)
by Abby on May 21, 2025
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. …