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Day 1 CPT Doctoral Programs: Compare Options After a Master's Degree
by D1CC on Aug 14, 2026
Quick Insights If you already have a master's degree, a Day 1 CPT doctoral program may provide a more natural academic progression than pursuing another similar graduate degree. However, doctoral programs vary considerably in degree type, specialization, onsite requirements, location, …
Is Your OPT Ending in 30 Days? Here's What You Can Do Before it Ends
by D1CC on Aug 07, 2026
Quick Insights The new DHS Final Rule reduces the F-1 grace period from 60 to 30 days for students under the new fixed-admission framework. If your OPT is expiring, planning early can help you maintain lawful status and keep more options available. Depending on your situation, your ne …
What CPT Students Must Know: Will the New Rule Affect Day 1 CPT?
by D1CC on Jul 29, 2026
Quick Insights The DHS Final Rule does not eliminate or prohibit Day 1 CPT. DHS specifically declined to make changes to Curricular Practical Training (CPT), including Day 1 CPT, because it was outside the scope of this rulemaking. The rule replaces Duration of Status (D/S) with a fix …
Why a DBA May Be the Smartest Choice Under the New F-1 Visa Rule
by D1CC on Jul 24, 2026
Quick Insights With the DHS Final Rule ending Duration of Status (D/S), F-1 students will no longer receive an open-ended period of stay while completing their studies. Most students admitted after the rule takes effect will receive a fixed admission period based on their academic pro …
New F-1 Visa Rule 2026: Best Ways to Extend Your Stay in the USA
by D1CC on Jul 21, 2026
Quick Insights The new DHS Final Rule replaces Duration of Status (D/S) with a fixed period of admission for F-1 students, making early immigration planning more important than ever. Students who need additional time in the United States may need to explore options such as continuing …
2026 D/S Final Rule: What International F-1 Students Need to Know
by D1CC on Jul 16, 2026
Quick Insights DHS has finalized a rule ending Duration of Status (D/S) for F-1 students and replacing it with a fixed period of admission. Students will generally receive an admission period tied to their academic program, up to four years, rather than an open-ended D/S designation. …
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 …
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 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. …
Key Policy Changes and Their Impact in 2025
by Nisha Patel on Jan 05, 2026
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2025: A Year of Major Changes in U.S. Visa and Immigration Policies The U.S. immigration system saw several major updates affecting students, workers, investors, and naturalization applicants. These changes reflected a broader shift toward stricter vetting, higher compliance standards …