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 …
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.
35% H-1B Selection Rate in 2025: What’s Driving the Change?
by Tim on May 20, 2025
According to recent data released by U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), the FY 2026 H-1B lottery achieved a nearly 35% selection rate—a significant jump compared to previous years. This shift reflects the impact of new policy reforms, a shrinking job market, and a chan …
Top 5 Day 1 CPT Universities with the Best Student Ratings
by Tim on May 08, 2025
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 …
These 5 Day 1 CPT Universities are Game Changers
by Vivian Shen on May 07, 2025
Why “Work‑While‑You‑Study” matters Curricular Practical Training (CPT) is off‑campus employment authorization granted by U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) to eligible F‑1 students when the work is integral to their program of study. If you are an international student, …
Is a Day 1 CPT MBA Worth It? Comparing ROI with a Traditional MBA
by Tim on Apr 28, 2025
Once considered a golden ticket to high-paying jobs, the MBA is facing an identity crisis. Business school applications are down, tuition keeps climbing, and even top-tier programs like Harvard and Stanford are not immune to the shifting tides. Recent headlines about HBS graduates str …
Not Selected for H-1B? 9 Visa Options You Should Know
by Melody on Apr 22, 2025
Didn't get selected in the H-1B lottery? You're not alone. But the good news is--there are other ways to legally work in the U.S! In this article, we'll walk through 9 alternatives to the H-1B visa, using the story of Priya, to demonstrate how to evaluate your options. Table of Conten …
F-1 Visa Revoked: What It Means for Day 1 CPT Students
by Tim on Apr 10, 2025
Recent developments regarding the revocation of certain F-1 visas have raised concerns among international students enrolled in Day 1 CPT programs. Understandably, many are asking: Will Day 1 CPT be affected? Is it legally vulnerable?
Can I Take Multiple Degrees for Day 1 CPT? Legal Risks Explained
by Tim on Apr 04, 2025
With the H-1B lottery season now over, many international students are turning to Day 1 CPT as an alternative to maintain their status. Some may start to ask the following questions: Can I take multiple degrees for Day 1 CPT? If I pursue several master’s programs, am I crossing a line …
Westcliff University vs. Texas Wesleyan University: Comparing Two Day 1 CPT University in Texas
by Tim on Mar 19, 2025
Westcliff University is set to open its Texas campus in Dallas this summer (2025), adding another option for international students seeking Day 1 CPT programs in Texas. Therefore, it is worth comparing Westcliff to Texas Wesleyan University, another institution offering Day 1 CPT in T …