Information Sessions

This session introduces ISS, how to maintain F-1 immigration status and how to be successful at UB.  

This session introduces ISS, how to maintain J-1 student status and how to be successful at UB.  

F-1 students who are interested in working off campus to fulfill internship requirements in their major field of study should attend this session to learn about Curricular Practical Training (CPT) eligibility requirements and the CPT application process.  Registration is required.

Are you an F-1 student who is planning to work off-campus after finishing your degree requirements?  Optional Practical Training (OPT) authorization is required for F-1 students to work in the U.S. after graduation/completion of their degree program requirements.

ISS now has an OPT workshop series! The videos are required viewing for any student requesting an OPT I-20 however students are welcome to watch the videos at any time.

Attend this information session to learn about the 24 Month OPT STEM Extension and Cap Gap OPT periods. Registration is required.

What options are available to allow you to live and work in the U.S. after completion of OPT? How do you decide which works for you? Attend this information session to learn about non-immigrant and immigrant visa options from a local immigration attorney. Registration is required.

Are you planning to travel internationally during break? If so, do you know what documents are required and what to be prepared for upon your re-entry to the U.S.? Come learn about these and other travel topics for F-1 and J-1 visa holders.