The following ISS scholarships are now open for applications. To access the applications and eligibility, please see the Scholarships page […]
Category Archives: F-1
ISS Don’t be a Turkey… Get your Travel Signature Event
Aloha e International Students, In preparation for holiday travel, the ISS office will be opening its office for students to […]
OPT and Travel
The following are common questions relating to Travel while on OPT or waiting for OPT approval.
OPT Reporting Requirements
Pre-Completion OPT After Submitting Application – Approval USCIS will inform you when your OPT has been approved, and that your […]
OPT Types and Eligibility
Select OPT Type Pre-Completion OPT (c)(3)(A) For work during a program of study and before graduation. Summary Work must be […]
F-1 Optional Practical Training (OPT)
Optional Practical Training (OPT) is one type of work permission available for eligible F-1 students. It allows students to get […]
Special Student Relief for Students from Hong Kong
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security announced on November 24, 2021, that F-1 students from Hong Kong may receive Special […]
H-1B Workshop
The H-1B specialty occupation work visa is a common option to many graduating students who may be thinking about continuing […]
U.S. DOS Expands Visa Interview Waiver
On September 14, 2021 the U.S. Department of State (DOS) announced that in-person visa interviews may be waived for: (1) […]
Special Student Relief to Burmese F-1 Students
On May 24, 2021, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) posted a Federal Register notice announcing the suspension of […]