Effective January 21, 2022, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security updated and expanded the list of STEM fields of study falling within the regulatory definition of “STEM field.” The list, known as ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Stuart Anderson writes about immigration, business and globalization. An upcoming Trump administration rule is expected to end or ...

F-1 students may be eligible for Optional Practical Training (OPT). For students in their final semester of coursework, we recommend applying for Post-Completion OPT ASAP. U.S. government OPT ...

Optional Practical Training (OPT) is intended to provide hands-on practical experience complementary to the academic program, 8 CFR 214.2(f)(10)(ii). Students on practical training are still ...