Who is eligible to extend their OPT for an additional 17 months (totaling 29 months)?
Only students in certain areas of study are eligible for a 17 month OPT extension. You can only apply for this extension with authorization from OISS near the end of the initial 12 month period of OPT and if you have a job or a job offer from a qualified employer at the time you apply. For more information about this extension and to determine if you are eligible, please visit our OPT 17 month extension web page.
