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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 …
OPT Denied: Common Reasons, Consequences, and Solutions
by Tim on Sep 09, 2024
Optional Practical Training (OPT) provides F-1 international students in the United States with an opportunity to gain work experience related to their field of study. This program allows students to work for up to 12 months after completing their degree, with an additional 24-month e …
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 …
Day 1 CPT and RFE: What Should You be Prepared for？
by Ryan Zhang on Jun 13, 2024
Disclaimer: This blog is for educational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. It is crucial to start this article by addressing something everyone has been asking — "If I do Day 1 CPT, will I get RFE?" It is hard to respond to it in a yes or no fashion. However, to put …
From Day 1 CPT to H1B: 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 …
5 Things You Must Know Before Applying for Day 1 CPT
by Priya Gupta on Nov 06, 2023
Embarking on the journey of studying in the United States brings its own set of challenges and opportunities, especially when it comes to maintaining legal working status. For international students, Day 1 CPT programs offer a pathway to work while studying from the first semester.