Curricular Practical Training (CPT) is employment authorization (paid or volunteer) for F-1 students CPT is part-time (up to 20 hours a week) during the school year or full time (over 20 hours a week) during vacation periods. The work can be paid or volunteer, but must be related to field of study. (Performing, teaching, and/or administrative work or internships.)

The F-1 student who has been in full-time student status for at least 9 months preceding the CPT application International students who have just completed a degree at an American university.

F-I students in their first 9 months of study who have not previously attended an American university

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Obtain Letter from the employer Get CPT form signed by Graduate Advisor Take the signed CPT form and letter to OISS. NOTE: CPT forms need to be completed for each semester even if the offer of employment is for the entire year.