4/8/2008: Please note that the OPT handouts DO NOT reflect the new OPT regulations.  They will be updated soon.

5/28/2008: You may access the new regulations at HERE.
Note: these largely relate to STEM extensions, limits on time one may be unemployed, and requirements to report employment.

• On-campus Employment at an Off-campus Location
• Curricular Practical Training (CPT)
  • F-1 CPT Part I
  • F-1 CPT Form Part II (Department Letter)
• Optional Practical Training (OPT)
  • Registration for F-1 Post Completion OPT Workshop
  • F-1 Post-Completion OPT Part I (General Instructions)
  • F-1 Post Completion OPT Part II (Student Letter)
  • F-1 Post Completion OPT Part III (Department Form)
  • F-1 Post Completion OPT Part IV (EAD instructions)
  • Please make an appointment with an advisor to discuss pre-completion OPT.
    1. F-1 Pre-Completion OPT Part I (General Instructions)
    2. F-1 Pre-Completion OPT Part II (Student Form)
    3. F-1 Pre-Completion OPT Part III (EAD instructions)
• STEM OPT Extension (New 4/8/2008)
  • STEM OPT Extension Handout
  • STEM OPT Student Form
  • OPT Application and Mailing Instructions
• International Taxpayer Identification Number
  * Please note, you cannot have an ITIN and SSN.
• Local Social Security Office /Application