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OPT Final Meeting Eligibility Form

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Student Information

First Name

Last Name

Student ID

Date of Birth

Date of Birth

Oswego Email Address

Campus Email

SEVIS N Number

Academic Advisor's Recommendation Letter Form

Please click here to retrieve the recommendation letter template and work with your academic advisor to complete the form.

Please have the advisor sign the form with a pen or electronically. We cannot accept typed signatures.

OPT Information

The email address that you check most frequently (Your SEVIS record will be updated accordingly)

U.S. phone number

Your Expected Graduation Date

Your Expected Graduation Date

Your Desired OPT Start Date

Your Desired OPT Start Date

OPT Health Insurance Plan

Please note, as of the Fall 2024 semester, ALL SUNY Oswego OPT Participants are expected to remain covered under the SUNY Oswego International Student Health Insurance plan. Waivers will only be available for OPT Participants who are EMPLOYED AND can provide proof of comparable health insurance from their OPT Employer.

Please note, as of the Fall 2024 semester, ALL SUNY Oswego OPT Participants are expected to remain covered under the SUNY Oswego International Student Health Insurance plan. Waivers will only be available for OPT Participants who are EMPLOYED AND can provide proof of comparable health insurance from their OPT Employer.

I confirm that I have read and agree to the above statement.

ALL SUNY Oswego OPT Participants will be billed $2,750 USD per year to their SUNY Oswego Student Bill for the International Student Health Insurance plan. ALL OPT Participants are required to pay this bill. Payment plan options can be discussed with the SUNY Oswego Student Accounts Department.

ALL SUNY Oswego OPT Participants will be billed $2,750 USD per year to their SUNY Oswego Student Bill for the International Student Health Insurance plan. ALL OPT Participants are required to pay this bill. Payment plan options can be discussed with the SUNY Oswego Student Accounts Department.

I confirm that I have read and agree to comply with the above.

I understand that my one year $2,750 USD Health Insurance payment can be reimbursed on a prorated scale if I provide the ISSS Office with proof of employment of comparable health insurance from my employer. The letter must demonstrate the START DATE of your Employer's insurance and must be sent to the ISSS Office via email at isss@oswego.edu.

I understand that my one year $2,750 USD Health Insurance payment can be reimbursed on a prorated scale if I provide the ISSS Office with proof of employment of comparable health insurance from my employer. The letter must demonstrate the START DATE of your Employer's insurance and must be sent to the ISSS Office via email at isss@oswego.edu.

I confirm that I have read and agree to the above.

International Student OPT Acknowledgement

All international students who intend to participate in Optional Practical Training (OPT) must abide by all rules associated with this practical training experience in order to maintain their F-1 student visa status.

Please read each of the statements listed below carefully.

I understand that I must complete all of my degree requirements by my intended graduation date in order to apply for OPT and that it is my responsibility to ensure that I graduate on the program end date indicated on my OPT I-20.

I understand that I must complete all of my degree requirements by my intended graduation date in order to apply for OPT and that it is my responsibility to ensure that I graduate on the program end date indicated on my OPT I-20.

I confirm that I have read and understand the above statement

I understand that participation in OPT is not guaranteed. Therefore, I will take the appropriate steps to make sure that I have a plan for my employment in the event that I need to return to my home country after graduation.

I understand that participation in OPT is not guaranteed. Therefore, I will take the appropriate steps to make sure that I have a plan for my employment in the event that I need to return to my home country after graduation.

I confirm that I have read and understand the above statement

I understand that an OPT application is my own personal application and that I alone am responsible for timely filing with complete documentation, understanding F-1 rules regarding OPT, and properly maintaining my F-1 visa status.

I understand that an OPT application is my own personal application and that I alone am responsible for timely filing with complete documentation, understanding F-1 rules regarding OPT, and properly maintaining my F-1 visa status.

I confirm that I have read and understand the above statement

I acknowledge that it generally takes between 3 - 5 months after the date on which my OPT application was filed in order to receive my EAD card, and that I can check updates on my case through my USCIS account or by downloading the "Case Tracker for USCIS" app

I acknowledge that it generally takes between 3 - 5 months after the date on which my OPT application was filed in order to receive my EAD card, and that I can check updates on my case through my USCIS account or by downloading the "Case Tracker for USCIS" app

I confirm that I have read and understand the above statement

I understand that, if I would like my EAD Card mailed to the SUNY Oswego campus, I should use the ISSS Office address of 301 Washington Blvd, 116 Sheldon Hall, Oswego NY 13126.

I understand that, if I would like my EAD Card mailed to the SUNY Oswego campus, I should use the ISSS Office address of 301 Washington Blvd, 116 Sheldon Hall, Oswego NY 13126.

I confirm that I have read and understand the statement above

I acknowledge that it is my responsibility to scan the front and back of my EAD card and send it to isss@oswego.edu once I receive my EAD card. By putting the ISSS mailing address, I acknowledge that the ISSS office will scan the EAD card and upload them to my records before I claim my EAD card

I acknowledge that it is my responsibility to scan the front and back of my EAD card and send it to isss@oswego.edu once I receive my EAD card. By putting the ISSS mailing address, I acknowledge that the ISSS office will scan the EAD card and upload them to my records before I claim my EAD card

I confirm that I have read and understand the above statement

I understand that all on-campus employment MUST END on or before my Program Completion Date (graduation date) indicated on my Form I-20, and that I can only begin work again, directly related to my field of study, after my OPT EAD approved start date.

I understand that all on-campus employment MUST END on or before my Program Completion Date (graduation date) indicated on my Form I-20, and that I can only begin work again, directly related to my field of study, after my OPT EAD approved start date.

I confirm that I have read and understand the above statement

I understand that there are two conditions in order to begin my OPT employment: 1.) I need to have received my Employment Authorization Document (EAD card), and 2.) I cannot start working until the start date indicated on my EAD card.

I understand that there are two conditions in order to begin my OPT employment: 1.) I need to have received my Employment Authorization Document (EAD card), and 2.) I cannot start working until the start date indicated on my EAD card.

I confirm that I have read and understand the statement above

I understand that I cannot work after the end date on my EAD card, unless I have a pending STEM extension request or H-1B petition filed with USCIS.

I understand that I cannot work after the end date on my EAD card, unless I have a pending STEM extension request or H-1B petition filed with USCIS.

I confirm that I have read and understand the statement above

I understand that my OPT employment authorization is only for work that is directly related to my field of study. I know that engaging in work that is unrelated to my degree program is considered illegal employment and constitutes a violation of my F-1 status.

I understand that my OPT employment authorization is only for work that is directly related to my field of study. I know that engaging in work that is unrelated to my degree program is considered illegal employment and constitutes a violation of my F-1 status.

I confirm that I have read and understand the statement above

I understand that OPT is employment-dependent, and that accruing an aggregate of 90 days of unemployment during my employment authorization period will result in the termination of my SEVIS record.

I understand that OPT is employment-dependent, and that accruing an aggregate of 90 days of unemployment during my employment authorization period will result in the termination of my SEVIS record.

I confirm that I have read and understand the statement above

I understand that my passport must be valid at the time of OPT authorization and that it is my responsibility to maintain the validity of my passport throughout the duration of my OPT period.

I understand that my passport must be valid at the time of OPT authorization and that it is my responsibility to maintain the validity of my passport throughout the duration of my OPT period.

I confirm that I have read and understand the statement above

I understand that I must report all changes of address to the International Student & Scholar Services Office at isss@oswego.edu within 10 days so that they can update my SEVIS record. -> add link to the form

I understand that I must report all changes of address to the International Student & Scholar Services Office at isss@oswego.edu within 10 days so that they can update my SEVIS record. -> add link to the form

I confirm that I have read and understand the statement above

I understand that it is my responsibility to obtain a travel signature (on page 2 of my OPT I-20 in the Travel Endorsement section) from the International Student & Scholar Services Office if I am going to travel outside the United States while I am on OPT. I understand that a travel signature is only valid for six months during the OPT authorization period.

I understand that it is my responsibility to obtain a travel signature (on page 2 of my OPT I-20 in the Travel Endorsement section) from the International Student & Scholar Services Office if I am going to travel outside the United States while I am on OPT. I understand that a travel signature is only valid for six months during the OPT authorization period.

I confirm that I have read and understand the statement above

I acknowledge that it is my responsibility to maintain health insurance coverage for myself and my dependents while on OPT. I agree to submit the “Maintaining health insurance while on OPT” form to the International Student & Scholar Services Office at least two weeks prior to my graduation date. I understand that if I do not submit this form then I will no longer receive health insurance through SUNY Oswego after my graduation date.

I acknowledge that it is my responsibility to maintain health insurance coverage for myself and my dependents while on OPT. I agree to submit the “Maintaining health insurance while on OPT” form to the International Student & Scholar Services Office at least two weeks prior to my graduation date. I understand that if I do not submit this form then I will no longer receive health insurance through SUNY Oswego after my graduation date.

I confirm that I have read and understand that above statement

I understand that it is my responsibility to keep my record of employment (including information regarding my current employer as well as employment start and end dates) updated and accurate. I will input and update these details as necessary at: sevp.ice.gov/opt

I understand that it is my responsibility to keep my record of employment (including information regarding my current employer as well as employment start and end dates) updated and accurate. I will input and update these details as necessary at: sevp.ice.gov/opt

I confirm that I have read and understand the statement above

Concerning OPT and travel, I acknowledge the following

If I travel while my OPT application is pending and the EAD card is issued prior to my return to the United States, in order to reenter the United States I must have a job, documentation evidencing my employment, and my EAD card.

If I travel while my OPT application is pending and the EAD card is issued prior to my return to the United States, in order to reenter the United States I must have a job, documentation evidencing my employment, and my EAD card.

I confirm that I have read and understand the statement above

If I travel before my EAD card is issued, I understand that I may be asked for evidence to show that I am looking for a job upon attempting to reenter the United States.

If I travel before my EAD card is issued, I understand that I may be asked for evidence to show that I am looking for a job upon attempting to reenter the United States.

I confirm that I have read and understand the statement above

If I am traveling after my EAD card is issued, I can only reenter the United States to resume employment, meaning that I must already have a job offer and must be able to present documentation of this.

If I am traveling after my EAD card is issued, I can only reenter the United States to resume employment, meaning that I must already have a job offer and must be able to present documentation of this.

I confirm that I have read and understand the above statement

I understand that traveling outside the U.S. before receiving my EAD card and a job is risky. I accept all risks if I travel.

I understand that traveling outside the U.S. before receiving my EAD card and a job is risky. I accept all risks if I travel.

I confirm that I have read and understand that above statement

By typing my full name here, I acknowledge that I have read the statements above and agree to abide by them:

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