Tuesday, October 18, 2022

Hello, Raiders!

Check out the latest news and updates from the University Center for International Education for Wright State's International Community.

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Student Spotlights

Student Spotlight is a great opportunity to share fun facts about yourself, your journey to Wright State University, your achievements, and the things you like the most about studying here.

OPT Application 2022

OPT Application Submission for Fall 2022

If you are an international student graduating in the Fall 2022 semester, you may start applying for OPT on September 12, 2022.

Please use this link to access and complete all required documents for the OPT application.

Choose an OPT start date between December 11, 2022, and February 8, 2023. The final date for Fall 2022 graduates to submit application materials for OPT is February 8, 2023.

PLEASE NOTE: If you have any reservations regarding graduation for the Fall 2022 semester, please do not apply for OPT until after semester-end grades have been posted.

Maintaining status on OPT is still the same as usual

You are permitted only 90 days of unemployment between the start and end dates on your EAD card. In addition, you are required to report the following information through the SEVP Portal while on OPT within 10 days of the change:

1. When you start a new job.

2. When you change addresses.

3. Periods of unemployment.

4. 6-month validation

Can I travel back to my home country during OPT period?

Please be aware that if you are unemployed for more than 90 days, you will lose your OPT status. Also, during this uncertain time, we do not suggest international travel as there is no guarantee of open borders.

** Keep an eye out for the Information on OPT Workshops in the upcoming weeks.

**Graduating Students can attend Immigration Virtual Advising to ask questions on OPT.

Access OPT Information

OPT Sessions

UCIE will begin to host in-person sessions for OPT next week. Students graduating in December 2022 are encouraged to attend these sessions. These sessions will be hosted by our Immigration team and they will explain the OPT process to the students and will assist the students with any questions.

Important Information

Working Off Campus without

CPT Authorization is ILLEGAL

F-1 visa regulations 8 CFR 214.2(f)(9) allow international students to ONLY work on campus. Off campus work is limited to internships/co-ops after 2 full time semesters after UCIE APPROVAL ONLY. Working off campus in any other capacity is illegal and if caught could lead to SEVIS Termination and possibly deportation.

Immigration Virtual Open Advising

Do you have questions for our immigration team?

Join any of the virtual Open Advising sessions indicated below:

Tuesday/Thursday event at 3 PM

Join Immigration Virtual Session Here

Program Extension

Students can extend their program but it is necessary that they inform the UCIE Immigration team. Students who extend their program will NEED to get a

NEW I-20 from the UCIE office!

Extending your program?

Email us

UCIE Events

Join us in the UCIE office on October 19 between 1-3 PM to learn about study abroad opportunities at WSU and some free popcorn!

Up for a Ping-Pong tournament?

Show your skills to everyone on October 21 between 4:30 - 7 PM!

Are you trying to improve your conversational skills and meet diverse students at Wright State? Join UCIE Convo Club to discuss different topics and learn more about other cultures. International students and American students are welcome!

International Education Week

Please note that the UCIE office will be closed on Tuesday, November 1 from 12-2 PM during the Lunch w/ Bosnian students. UCIE office will also be closed on Thursday, November 3 from 3-5 PM during President's reception!