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STEM OPT eligibility for pursuing a second degree after obtaining a non-STEM degree
Hi,
I am currently holding an H1B visa status while studying part-time but I plan on to change my status into full time F-1 student visa.
Previously I did my PhD from an US University but on a non-STEM subject – so my OPT was only for 12 months before I converted into H1B.
My current subject is STEM eligible – and I am studying at the masters’ level.
My question is –
1. Am I eligible for OPT after finishing my study in this new F1?
2. If yes, am I also eligible for OPT extension under STEM guidelines?
3. And lastly, if I decide to do a PhD later in this subject would I be granted another round of OPT extension based on higher academic level achievement?
This problem is kind of unique in its nature, and I would appreciate your suggestion or opinion on this.
Thanks,
I am currently holding an H1B visa status while studying part-time but I plan on to change my status into full time F-1 student visa.
Previously I did my PhD from an US University but on a non-STEM subject – so my OPT was only for 12 months before I converted into H1B.
My current subject is STEM eligible – and I am studying at the masters’ level.
My question is –
1. Am I eligible for OPT after finishing my study in this new F1?
2. If yes, am I also eligible for OPT extension under STEM guidelines?
3. And lastly, if I decide to do a PhD later in this subject would I be granted another round of OPT extension based on higher academic level achievement?
This problem is kind of unique in its nature, and I would appreciate your suggestion or opinion on this.
Thanks,
