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Types of OPT
 
1. Post-completion OPT
  • Full time after completion of all degree requirements.
  • 12 months full-time per program level.
  • You must apply for OPT by the end of your 60-day grace period.

    • Your grace period lasts for 60 days after the last day of your last term of enrollment prior to graduation.
  • You must choose a start date for OPT that is within your 60 day grace period.
  • You must complete all practical training within a 14-month period following the completion of study (i.e., 60 day grace period plus 12 months OPT = 14 months maximum)
  • You may be elligible to apply for an additional 17-months of post-completion OPT. See our " OPT Extension request" for details.

 

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