Change Education Level in SEVIS: Guidance for DSOs
May 15, 2025
Designated school officials (DSOs) are often called upon to assist F-1 students as they progress from one academic level to another within the same…
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Please note: On May 10, 2016, DHS replaced the 17-month STEM OPT extension with a new 24-month STEM OPT extension. All existing 17-month STEM OPT EADs will remain valid until the EAD expires, is terminated or revoked. For more information about the new STEM OPT rule, please visit the STEM OPT Hub.…