Immigration Status Series

On July 17, 2026, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security published a final rule eliminating Duration of Status for certain nonimmigrant students and exchange visitors. The rule was scheduled to take effect on September 15, 2026. Please visit our Duration of Status Rule Change webpage for additional information and updates.

Update: On September 14, 2026, a U.S. federal judge has issued an order blocking the new rules from going into effect at this time. As a result, the new rules will not take effect on September 15, 2026, and the current immigration rules remain in place while the court case continues.

Read more about Navigating Your CPT Authorization

Join us for an in-depth webinar designed for students who have requested CPT authorization. We will cover essential information on important dates, remote and out-of-state CPT guidelines, maintaining your F-1 status, and best practices to ensure a successful CPT experience. Learn how to navigate the application process and get your questions answered by our expert advisors. Don't miss this opportunity to optimize your CPT journey!

Location: Online

Read more about 2-part webinar: Changing your Major and Change of Education Level

This split webinar will cover the basics of the different reasons and outcomes to changing your major. First, a swap of majors, without completing the original program including double majors. Then, at 4:15, we will discuss changing your major after graduating.

Location: Online only

Read more about Employment Info session: OPT/STEM reporting and more!

Join the ISSC to learn what and where to report employment updates while on post-OPT and the STEM extension to keep yourself in status. You can bring any employment questions and our team will discuss them as much as time allows!

Location: Online only

Read more about Returning to ASU

We're so happy to welcome all our Sun Devils back from Summer break! Whether you're returning from a year long break or just a summer break, join our ISSC advisors to learn about what you need to make an smooth return and start to the Fall semester.

Location: Online only

Read more about Employment Info session: CPT and more!

Are you hoping to start an internship in the Fall? If so, join us to learn more about Curricular Practical Training. Bring all your employment related questions for discussion!

Location: Online only

Read more about Employment Info Session: Post-OPT Application Process and More!

Let's talk Optional Practical Training! Bring all your questions about this off-campus work authorization and other employment related areas for our advisors to discuss.

Location: Online only

Read more about 5 Common Ways Students Lose Their F-1 Status

Join ISSC immigration advisors as we share the most common ways F-1 students fall out of status, and learn how you can avoid an early departure! (Hint: Think enrollment and off-campus employment)

Location: Online only

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