Resources

Guides & Articles

Plain-English guides on F1 transfers, Day 1 CPT, OPT, H1B and change of status. No jargon, no legal disclaimers every other sentence.

Pillar Guides

The essentials

F1 Transfer Guide

SEVIS release, timing, common mistakes and how to stay in status while moving between schools.

Day 1 CPT Guide

What it is, what to evaluate in a program, risks to understand, and questions to ask before committing.

Status basics, enrollment requirements, I-20 essentials and when to talk to your DSO.

What OPT is, timing, STEM extensions and how CPT decisions now affect what's available later.

Change of Status

Change of Status Guide

Switching from B1/B2 or J-1 to F1 inside the US — how the I-539 process works and what to watch for.

School Directory

Day 1 CPT Schools

Accredited universities with Day 1 CPT. Profiles, programs and what to look for in each.

Articles

In-depth reads

How to Transfer Universities Without Losing Your F1 Status

The SEVIS transfer process explained simply — what happens, what you need to do, and what mistakes to avoid.

OPT vs CPT: The Difference and Why It Changes Everything

Most students don't understand the difference until it's too late. Read this before you make any decisions.

Why International Students Overpay by $20,000+ a Year

A breakdown of tuition costs across school types and why Day 1 CPT schools are often the smarter financial move.

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