Optional Practical Training (OPT)

For the latest information about OPT, view the appropriate application listed below.

• OPT Information Update -Presented to international students on 4/22/08 and 4/28/08
• OPT Initial 12-Month Application -Updated 7/3/08
• OPT 17-Month Extension Application -Updated 4/24/08

• Majors by College with CIP Codes and Descriptions
• H-1B Cap Gap Extension -Updated 7/2/08

OPT Reporting Requirement

Students on OPT are legally required to report certain information to OISS. Changes to any of the following must be reported within 10 days of the event.

• Name, email address, or residential/mailing address
• Employment: report your employer name, address, and supervisor’s email within 10 days of any changes or new employment
• Immigration status
• If you will leave your OPT employment before your OPT end date

OPT Reporting Form >>