A US Department of Homeland Security proposal could require universities to pay up to $70,000 per international student for Optional Practical Training (OPT), with an additional $30,000 for STEM OPT extensions. The proposal, which is open for public comment until November 9 and not yet in effect, could significantly impact Indian students who rely on OPT as a pathway to H-1B employment.
while Curricular Practical Training (CPT) and Optional Practical Training (OPT) offer valuable hands-on experience, it is essential to keep in mind that as an international student on an F-1 visa, your primary goal should remain academic achievement
