STEM Optional Practical Training

STEM OPT Extension

F-1 students who completed a degree in certain science, technology, engineering or mathematics (STEM) fields and are currently on post-completion OPT may be eligible to apply for a STEM OPT Extension. This OPT extension period is for 24 months beginning the day after your post-completion OPT EAD expires. Please review the eligibility criteria and consult with OIS if you have questions.

STEM OPT Useful Links

• Department of Homeland Security: STEM OPT Hub
• SEVP Portal
• USCIS Case Processing Times
• STEM OPT Upload Center
• STEM OPT Reporting Calculator