OPT

What Is Practical Training for M-1 Students? Practical training for M-1 students is the only type of employment authorization available for students with M-1 visas. It allows them to gain hands-on experience in their field of study through on-the-job training in the United States. This opportunity is designed for students whose training is not available in their home country. Eligible students may receive up to six months of practical training after completing their program.

Current USCIS Processing Times for OPT Applications:  Click here (link is external)  to view USCIS's estimated case processing times.  USCIS is currently experiencing  serious delays in issuing I-765 receipt notices (link is external) . Travel outside the U.S. with a pending, unreceipted application could be very risky. What is OPT? Optional Practical Training (OPT) for F-1 Students is work authorization available to international students who have been full-time students for