If you are international student and are thinking about whether it's possible or not for your to work in the US after being graduated from this MSC program, here is one answer for that. As an international student at Northwestern, after graduated, you can remain staying in the US to work and get more working experience thanks to the OPT program that is provided by the International Office. Just keep in mind all the important information and remember to apply before the deadline to make sure you are not too late. Below are some points that I found very useful on the Northwestern International Office website. Check it out!!!
- Be in lawful full-time F-1 status for full academic year
- Be in good academic standing with the university
- Have a valid passport
- Have not had more than 12-months of full-time CPT
- Be physically present in the U.S. at the time of application
Regardless of the type of OPT application, the general process is the same:
1. Gather the appropriate materials and bring all documents to the IO* during walk-in hours for review.
2. Pick up the new I-20’s from the IO* showing the OPT recommendation on the third page.
3. Mail entire application to USCIS.
4. USCIS sends Receipt Notice within 2-4 weeks of filing application
5. Wait to receive EAD card in the mail. Work cannot begin until you have the EAD and not until the start date listed on the card.
You can apply for a total of 12-months of OPT per academic level obtained (e.g. bachelor’s, master’s, and PhD).
- Only access the I-765 form directly from the Form section of the USCIS website! This is the only way to ensure that you are using the most recent version of the form.
- An offer of employment is not required to submit the application for OPT.
- All work while on OPT must be related to the field of study listed on your I-20.
- You CANNOT begin employment until receipt of the EAD card, and you are permitted to work ONLY during the period specified on the card.
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