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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
For many international students, studying in the U.S. is only the first step toward building a long-term future in America. In 2026, more F-1 students are planning their immigration pathway earlier because of increasing H-1B competition, longer PERM processing times, and employment-ba …
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 Renew an Indian Passport in USA (2026 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. …
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?
Best 6 Day 1 CPT Universities for STEM Programs (2026)
by Tim on Mar 12, 2025
STEM programs have long been a top choice for international students seeking career development in the U.S. When considering Day 1 CPT, many students prefer STEM programs due to the advantage of a 3-year OPT. However, not all universities offer STEM options for Day 1 CPT. This article …
What Companies Accept Day 1 CPT: Convince Your Employer to Support It
by Christina Chen on Oct 07, 2024
In recent years, many F-1 students using OPT in the U.S. have found it increasingly difficult to secure an H-1B visa. Facing this challenge, many are turning to Day 1 CPT, a type of work authorization that enables students to work in their field of study from the first day of enrollme …
6 Ways for F-1 Students to Obtain a Green Card and Become Residents
by Tim on Aug 19, 2024
Obtaining an H-1B visa has been increasingly challenging for international students in the United States. However, many are unaware that getting an H-1B is not a prerequisite for green card applications. In fact, as an F-1 student, you can apply for a green card directly. If you plan …
From Day 1 CPT to H-1B: A Chinese Student's Success Story
by Tim on Apr 26, 2024
Selina, an international student from China, is currently working under an H-1B visa after using Day 1 CPT at Westcliff University. After earning her master's in social sciences from a well-known public university in California in 2020, Selina returned to China for one year. She came …
4 Common F1 Visa Interview Questions and How to Answer Them
by Tim on Apr 16, 2024
Obtaining an F-1 visa is essential for international students who want to study in the United States. However, many students may worry about how to appropriately answer visa interview questions. This article lists 4 common types of F-1 interview questions and provides strategies for e …