International Students and Scholars Office

Upcoming Events

Post-Completion OPT Information Sessions

The Post-Completion OPT Information Sessions are presented on Zoom multiple times during the academic year. These sessions are valuable for students who are interested in working temporarily in their major field of study, in the U.S., after graduating and/or completing their degree program.

Thursday, April 10th, 2025 at 4:00 pm

OPT INFORMATION SESSION ZOOM LINK
Curricular Practical Training (CPT) Information Sessions

The CPT Information Sessions are presented on Zoom multiple times during the academic year. These sessions are valuable for students who are interested in working off-campus in an internship or job related to their field of study while studying. 

Wednesday, April 23rd, 2025 at 12:00 pm

CPT Information Session Zoom Link
STEM OPT Information Sessions

The STEM OPT Information Sessions are presented on Zoom multiple times during the academic year. These sessions are valuable for students who have majored in a STEM field. are authorized for Post Completion OPT, and are interested in extending their OPT for an additional 24 months. 

Tuesday, April 29th, 2025 at 12:00 pm

STEM OPT Information Session Zoom Link can be found in the ISSO News or by emailing isso@brandeis.edu
Post OPT/STEM OPT Visa Options and Pathways to U.S. Permanent Residency

Each Fall and Spring term the ISSO invites an immigration attorney to present information beyond OPT and STEM OPT for students and scholars.

More information coming soon!

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