Students who are eligible to apply for OPT must complete the online OPT workshop in Blackboard BEFORE they can request an OPT I-20.
How do I know if I am eligible to apply for OPT?
| Requirements |
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| 1. You are maintaining your F-1 status at the time you apply |
| 2. Full-time Degree-seeking student in a valid non-immigrant status for at least one academic year |
| 3. You hold a valid I-20 that reflects your current major field and degree level |
| 4. You have been at George Mason and at your current degree level (Bachelor’s, Master’s PhD) for one semester |
| 5. You hold a passport that is valid for at least the next 6-months |
| 6. You are physically present in the U.S. and have not departed the U.S. since completing your program of study |
| 7. You have not used one year or more of OPT or full-time CPT at your current degree level. |
| 8. You are in your final semester of your academic program for undergrad and non-thesis students, or you are in your final semester of coursework for thesis students. |
How do I access to the online OPT workshop?
Please make sure you check all the eligibility criteria before you start the OPT Workshop.
To get register for the workshop please click the green button below.
Note: You may need to log in to Canvas in your browser first, and then click the registration button.