The date or period through which the bearer is authorized to remain in the U.S. is also noted on this form. Also used in I.N.S. database to track employment, practical training, school transfer and other I.N.S. procedures. Practical Training Refers to emloyment which is related to student's major or field of study. CPT refers to employment off campus during the period of study not to exceed 20 hours per week and 11 months. OPT refers to employment after your studies have been completed but is not to exceed 1 year.
Students can only take one semester off per academic year.
Students must only attend the school and educational level for which they were authorized. Certain procedures must be followed to transfer to a school other than the originally authorized, or to continue from one educational level to another at the same school. The school's international student advisor must be consulted before any changes can be made. While school is in session, limit employment to 20 hours per week. Do no work off campus without authorization.