Curricular Practical Training (CPT) Learn how to apply for CPT, including eligibility, required documents, employment rules, and how CPT supports your academic program while maintaining F-1 status. CPT
Pre-Completion OPT Learn how to apply for Pre-Completion OPT, including eligibility, application steps, work hour limits, and how it affects your 12-month OPT allowance. Pre-Completion OPT
Volunteer Work Learn what qualifies as volunteer work, when authorization is required, and how to avoid unauthorized employment while maintaining your F-1 status. Volunteer Work
Economic Hardship Learn how to apply for off-campus work authorization due to severe economic hardship, including eligibility, required documents, and key rules to maintain your F-1 status. Economic Hardship
Internship at International Organization Learn how to apply for authorization to intern with a qualifying international organization, including eligibility, application steps, and rules to maintain your F-1 status. Work at Int'l Organization
Special Student Relief (SSR) Learn how Special Student Relief (SSR) can provide temporary work and enrollment flexibility, including eligibility, benefits, and how to maintain your F-1 status. Special Student Relief
