Many students are interested in working while on their student visas. However, there are several rules, regulations, and limitations regarding student employment. Please read the information available on the ISSO Portal for information regarding Curricular Practical Training and Optional Practical Training). Below you find helpful information about employment updates and changes for students on Optional Practical Training and hoping to apply for H-1B (work authorization).
F-1 students seeking optional practical training (OPT) can now file Form I-765, Application for Employment Authorization, online. USCIS Notice
On 2/13/20, SEVP published a notice about STEM OPT Employer Site Visits. Please review the information they provide about being prepared as an F-1 student for these visits. SEVP Notice
On 12/4/19, USCIS announced that it would move forward with the H-1B registration for the 2021 H-1B cap-subject petition process. USCIS Notice
Students will now only have access to SEVP Portal information for 6 months after OPT/STEM OPT ends. Be sure to print or save portal record before your access ends. SEVP Notice
Beginning June 10, applicants can now request premium processing. USCIS Notice
DHS has posted new rule instituting a reverse selection order for those with a master's degree or higher from U.S. USCIS Notice
Do you have questions regarding taxes? Please contact the Nonresident Alien Tax Office at nratax AT_TOWSON, located in the Administration Building on campus. The Nonresident Alien Tax Office will assist you to make sure that you are in compliance with nonresident alien tax withholding regulations. For more information about taxes, please visit the NRA Tax Office website.
Read about the benefits and guidelines of hiring International students in An Employer's Guide to Hiring International Students.