Tennessee Wesleyan University Day 1 CPT Programs 

Date & Time:

Tuesday 8/29/2024 - 4:30PM PDT | 7:30PM EST

Session Spotlights:

• TWU Day 1 CPT Programs: How to choose your Major
• Fee Structure, CPT Policies, Application Deadlines
• Career Support, On-Campus Activities
• Live Q&A with TWU’s DSO

Guest Speaker:

J. Swafford - Dean, College of Business and Professional Studies
Anne Montgomery - Director of Graduate Business Programs

About Tennessee Wesleyan University: 

Tennessee Wesleyan University (TWU), founded in 1857, is dedicated to enriching student lives through over 30 undergraduate and graduate programs in business, science, health professions, and education. Recognizing the demand for career-oriented and applied courses among international students, TWU developed their own affordable Day 1 CPT low residency programs, inspired by the University of the Cumberlands. Many students from Texas are considering traveling to Tennessee for these programs.

About CPTDog:

Established in 2018 by ex-international students, CPTDog excels in aiding F-1 students in the U.S., with a focus on preserving legal status after graduation and securing work experience. By leveraging Day 1 CPT programs, we facilitate practical learning experiences for F-1 students, ensuring a seamless entry into the American workforce.

Dedicated to being "The Loyal Friend of International Students," CPTDog guides you through every phase of your U.S. journey, encompassing graduate studies, OPT, H1B, and Change of Status (COS).

Day 1 CPT and H1B RFE 

Date & Time:

Tuesday 8/29/2024 - 5:30PM PDT | 8:30PM EST

Session Spotlights:

• How to Work in Silicon Valley by using Day 1 CPT: from school and program selection to SEVIS transfer
• Day 1 CPT and H1B RFE: What does USCIS looking for in an RFE and how could my Day 1 CPT university support me?

Guest Speaker:

Ashley Simon - Senior Admissions Counselor;
Ranali Dewaraja - Associate Director, Intl Student Office, PDSO

About Sofia University: 

Sofia University, with two Prime locations in California - Palo Alto (Silicon Valley) and Costa Mesa (LA) and great hybrid class setting/less onsite requirement, is one of the most popular Day 1 CPT universities on the west coast. Sofia University has very versatile graduate program offerings, which include the tech engineer's favorite MSCS problem, as well as STEM MBA program. For those looking for a more advanced degree and longer program duration, Sofia University also has a Doctor of Business Administration program which you can complete in 3 to 4 years.

About CPTDog:

Established in 2018 by ex-international students, CPTDog excels in aiding F-1 students in the U.S., with a focus on preserving legal status after graduation and securing work experience. By leveraging Day 1 CPT programs, we facilitate practical learning experiences for F-1 students, ensuring a seamless entry into the American workforce.

Dedicated to being "The Loyal Friend of International Students," CPTDog guides you through every phase of your U.S. journey, encompassing graduate studies, OPT, H1B, and Change of Status (COS).

H1B, H4 and B visa Change of Status in the US Tips

Date & Time:

Thur 8/15/2024 - 5:30PM PDT | 8:30PM EDT

Session Spotlights:

• Timeline and tips to B visa change of status
• Solutions for H1B, L1 layoffs
• Spouse visa H4, F2 change status and work in US
• Live Q&A with immigration attorney

Guest Speaker:

Evelyn Huang - Ms. Evelyn Huang is a Juris Doctor (JD) and an immigration attorney at the Law Offices of Sabrina Li. She is admitted to the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit, and in the states of California and New York. With more than a decade in the immigration sector, Ms. Huang has an extensive understanding of U.S. immigration laws. She is a member of the
American Immigration Lawyers Association, the New York State Bar Association, as well as the California Lawyers Association.

About CPTDog:

Established in 2018 by ex-international students, CPTDog excels in aiding F-1 students in the U.S., with a focus on preserving legal status after graduation and securing work experience. By leveraging Day 1 CPT programs, we facilitate practical learning experiences for F-1 students, ensuring a seamless entry into the American workforce.

Dedicated to being "The Loyal Friend of International Students," CPTDog guides you through every phase of your U.S. journey, encompassing graduate studies, OPT, H1B, and Change of Status (COS).

New England College Day 1 CPT Programs

Date & Time:

Tuesday 8/13/2024 - 4:30PM PDT | 7:30PM EDT

Session Spotlights:

• Executive program and concentration selections
• Cost details and application steps
• CPT policy and guide, SEVIS transfer
• RFE support services and process
• Live Q&A with admissions

Guest Speaker:

McKenna Bellis - Admission Counselor, New England College

About New England College: 

Situated in New Hampshire, close to Boston, New England College offers a variety of executive programs with CPT, including MBA, Project Management, Data Analytics, IT, and Cybersecurity. With a fee structure set at $9k annually, it stands as one of the most affordable institutions. The requirement for on-campus attendance is once every semester. NEC is celebrated for its cost-effectiveness and the high-quality education provided by its professional faculty. 

About CPTDog:

Established in 2018 by ex-international students, CPTDog excels in aiding F-1 students in the U.S., with a focus on preserving legal status after graduation and securing work experience. By leveraging Day 1 CPT programs, we facilitate practical learning experiences for F-1 students, ensuring a seamless entry into the American workforce.

Dedicated to being "The Loyal Friend of International Students," CPTDog guides you through every phase of your U.S. journey, encompassing graduate studies, OPT, H1B, and Change of Status (COS).

From OPT to CPT, What Should You Expect

Date & Time:

Tuesday 8/6/2024 - 6:30PM CT | 7:30PM ET

Session Spotlights:

• How to continue work after OPT or H1B ends?
• SEVIS transfer and CPT application guide
• Class, Assignment, and On-Site Requirements
• How to get another STEM OPT after CPT program end

Guest Speaker:

Ms. Hong Huang - Director of International Admissions, Monroe College

About the Monroe College: 

Monroe College, with its advantageous position in New York City, stands out as a preferred institution for international students looking for Professional Hybrid programs and CPT on the East Coast, particularly around NYC. Among a very few competitors that offer scholarships to international students, Monroe college also has versatile program selections including MBA, Healthcare, Hospitality, Supply Chain, CS, Data Science and etc.

About CPTDog:

Established in 2018 by ex-international students, CPTDog excels in aiding F-1 students in the U.S., with a focus on preserving legal status after graduation and securing work experience. By leveraging Day 1 CPT programs, we facilitate practical learning experiences for F-1 students, ensuring a seamless entry into the American workforce.

Dedicated to being "The Loyal Friend of International Students," CPTDog guides you through every phase of your U.S. journey, encompassing graduate studies, OPT, H1B, and Change of Status (COS).

Top 5 Things to Know before Starting Day 1 CPT

Date & Time:

Date & TIME: Tue 8/1/2024 - 5:30 PDT | 8:30 EDT

Speaker:

Gracie Castillo, International Outreach Representative, Westcliff University.

Doris Wang, Admissions Advisor, Westcliff University.

Session Spotlights:

• SEVIS transfer comprehensive guide
• Scholarships! Types and app guide
• Workload and onsite attendance expectations
• Live Q&A with university officials

About the School:

With great locations both on the West and East coast, Westcliff university is one of the best CPT program destination. The school offers a variety of programs in Project Management, Business, Healthcare, Computer Science, IT, etc.
Westcliff offers 5 types of scholarships to international students.

The info session will be 25 minutes long, and will also have a 35-minute Q&A, that answers all of your questions regarding school application, accreditation, programs, tuition, and more. Feel free to come in with questions!

About CPTDog:

Established in 2018 by ex-international students, CPTDog excels in aiding F-1 students in the U.S., with a focus on preserving legal status after graduation and securing work experience. By leveraging Day 1 CPT programs, we facilitate practical learning experiences for F-1 students, ensuring a seamless entry into the American workforce.

Dedicated to being "The Loyal Friend of International Students," CPTDog guides you through every phase of your U.S. journey, encompassing graduate studies, OPT, H1B, and Change of Status (COS).

Harrisburg University hybrid DAY 1 CPT Program

Date & Time:

Date & TIME: Tue 7/30/2024 - 5:30 PDT | 8:30 EDT

Speaker:

Tyler Howell, Harrisburg University Graduate Student AdmissionsSession Spotlights:

• East coast, prime STEM destination, 12 Program Selections with CPT
• Cost details and application steps
• CPT policy and guide, SEVIS transfer
• Live Q&A with admissions

About the School:

Harrisburg University is located in Pennsylvania. It is popular among international students because of the quality of its faculties. Many of those who teach at Harrisburg University also work as executives in the correspondent industries. Harrisburg University now has a total of 200 full-time faculty members. It currently hosts 6,469 undergraduate and graduate students with over 70% of them being international students from 110 different countries. 92% of the students found a job within 6 months after graduation.
The CPT program highlights include Computer Information Sciences, Project Management, Biotech, Cybersecurity, Healthcare Informatics, Pharmaceutical Sciences, etc.

The info session will be 25 minutes long, and will also have a 35-minute Q&A, that answers all of your questions regarding school application, accreditation, programs, tuition, and more. Feel free to come in with questions!

About CPTDog:

Established in 2018 by ex-international students, CPTDog excels in aiding F-1 students in the U.S., with a focus on preserving legal status after graduation and securing work experience. By leveraging Day 1 CPT programs, we facilitate practical learning experiences for F-1 students, ensuring a seamless entry into the American workforce.

Dedicated to being "The Loyal Friend of International Students," CPTDog guides you through every phase of your U.S. journey, encompassing graduate studies, OPT, H1B, and Change of Status (COS).

Immigration Journey through US Employment : F1 to H1B to Green Card Process with Major US Firms

Date & Time:

Date & TIME: Thursday 7/25/2024 - 3:30PM PDT | 6:30PM EDT

Speaker:

Adam Cohen, JD, is a partner with Siskind Susser, practicing exclusively immigration and nationality law. Adam is a member and Business Subcommittee Chair of the American Immigration Lawyers Association USCIS Case Assistance Committee. He is also a former Vice Chair of the AILA Media Advocacy Committee and, in that role, served as an AILA national spokesperson.

He has led government liaison sessions at the NAFSA Annual Conference, helped NAFSA comment on proposed regulations, and trained fellow NAFSA members on immigration matters. Adam is the author of the publication, The Academic Immigration Handbook, a 400+ page resource primarily for institutions.

Session Spotlights:

- Given the current economic and political climate, what the trend would be for major US companies sponsoring H1B and GC to international employees?
- Application process and challenges to secure sponsorship, especially for Indian/Chinese nationals. (perm -> i-140 -> 485)
- Steps to take if laid off during different stages of the Green Card process.
- Options to work in the US without the H1B visa or Green Card. Day 1 CPT?

About the School:

As an US News ranked university, Saint Peter's University is a private university in Jersey City, NJ, at the heart of the bigger New York area.
SPU offers STEM programs: MS Data Science and MS Business Analytics, that grant international students CPT throughout the program, so they can work and earn while studying.

The info session will be 20 minutes long, and will also have a 25-minute Q&A, that answers all of your questions regarding school application, accreditation, programs, tuition, and more. Feel free to come in with questions!

About CPTDog:

Established in 2018 by ex-international students, CPTDog excels in aiding F-1 students in the U.S., with a focus on preserving legal status after graduation and securing work experience. By leveraging Day 1 CPT programs, we facilitate practical learning experiences for F-1 students, ensuring a seamless entry into the American workforce.

Dedicated to being "The Loyal Friend of International Students," CPTDog guides you through every phase of your U.S. journey, encompassing graduate studies, OPT, H1B, and Change of Status (COS).

Best Day 1 CPT Options in New York: Saint Peter's University Business and Data

Date & Time:

Date & TIME: Tue 7/23/2024 - 5:30 PDT | 8:30 EDT

Speaker:

Corey Bramlet, Saint Peter's University Admission, Founder & Chief Finance and Information Officer of Cygnini Education

Brian Phillips, Saint Peter's University Admission, Founder & Chief Program Development and Market Analytics Officer of Cygnini Education

Session Spotlights:

- New Jersey/NY, highest accreditation.
- STEM Day 1 CPT for software engineers, data analysts, business professionals and more.
- How semester break with CPT works?
- Live q&a with university officials.

About the School:

As an US News ranked university, Saint Peter's University is a private university in Jersey City, NJ, at the heart of the bigger New York area.
SPU offers STEM programs: MS Data Science and MS Business Analytics, that grant international students CPT throughout the program, so they can work and earn while studying.

The info session will be 20 minutes long, and will also have a 25-minute Q&A, that answers all of your questions regarding school application, accreditation, programs, tuition, and more. Feel free to come in with questions!

About CPTDog:

Established in 2018 by ex-international students, CPTDog excels in aiding F-1 students in the U.S., with a focus on preserving legal status after graduation and securing work experience. By leveraging Day 1 CPT programs, we facilitate practical learning experiences for F-1 students, ensuring a seamless entry into the American workforce.

Dedicated to being "The Loyal Friend of International Students," CPTDog guides you through every phase of your U.S. journey, encompassing graduate studies, OPT, H1B, and Change of Status (COS).

Day 1 CPT in California - School Info Session with CIAM's DSO

Date & Time:

Date & TIME: Thu 7/18/2024 - 5:30 PDT | 8:30 EDT

Speaker:

Sandy Chou, Admissions Designated School Official, California Institute of Advanced Management.

Session Spotlights:

- How to be prepared for H1B RFEs？
- Course workload & commute, will it affect my job?
- Apply for CPT programs without a job?
- LIve QA with SEVIS-certifed DSO

About the School:

California Institute of Advanced Management (CIAM), a nonprofit private university, is conveniently located in Southern California, close to Los Angeles. It is just an hour's drive from LAX, offering superb convenience.CIAM's MBA program features CPT option for students to gain full time work experience while learning, requiring on-site attendance only once per semester.

The info session will be 20 minutes long, and will also have a 25-minute Q&A, that answers all of your questions regarding school application, accreditation, programs, tuition, and more. Feel free to come in with questions!

About CPTDog:

Established in 2018 by ex-international students, CPTDog excels in aiding F-1 students in the U.S., with a focus on preserving legal status after graduation and securing work experience. By leveraging Day 1 CPT programs, we facilitate practical learning experiences for F-1 students, ensuring a seamless entry into the American workforce.

Dedicated to being "The Loyal Friend of International Students," CPTDog guides you through every phase of your U.S. journey, encompassing graduate studies, OPT, H1B, and Change of Status (COS).

Alternative Visa Options If You Lose the H-1B Lottery

Date & Time:

Thursday 7/16/ 2024 - 5:30-6:30 PDT

Session Spotlights:

- O1 qualifications, requirement and process time
- NIW, can I self-petition? Expected timeline and common RFEs
- Is Day 1 CPT risky? How to use it according to regulations?
- Free live Q&A with immigration attorney

Speaker:
Immigration attorney Weina Sun. .
Founding partner, A&S Legal Strategies LLC. Enrolled agent, Internal Revenue Service.

Speaker:

Weina Sun - New York State Bar Immigration Attorney. Founding partner, A&S Legal Strategies LLC. Enrolled agent, Internal Revenue Service.

About CPTDog:

Established in 2018 by ex-international students, CPTDog excels in aiding F-1 students in the U.S., with a focus on preserving legal status after graduation and securing work experience. By leveraging Day 1 CPT programs, we facilitate practical learning experiences for F-1 students, ensuring a seamless entry into the American workforce.

Dedicated to being "The Loyal Friend of International Students," CPTDog guides you through every phase of your U.S. journey, encompassing graduate studies, OPT, H1B, and Change of Status (COS).

Live with Former USCIS Officer on How to Pass F1 Visa Interview

Date & Time:

Thursday 7/11/ 2024 - 5:30-6:30 PDT

Session Spotlights:

- Home Country vs. Third Country Stamping: Pros and Cons (e.g., China and India vs. Mexico and Canada)
- Red Flags to Avoid in an F-1 Interview
- F-1 Stamping During CPT or OPT Employment: What Should You Be Prepared For?
- Free Live Q&A with Former US Visa Officer

Speaker:

Travis Feuerbacher - former Consular Officer and Immigration Attorney. With over six years as a U.S. Diplomat assigned to China, Mexico, and other countries, Travis interviewed over 80,000 business executives, students, tourists, employees, investors, and immigrants seeking visas to the United States. He obtained his law degree from Loyola Law School in Los Angeles and is a licensed U.S. immigration attorney.

About CPTDog:

Established in 2018 by ex-international students, CPTDog excels in aiding F-1 students in the U.S., with a focus on preserving legal status after graduation and securing work experience. By leveraging Day 1 CPT programs, we facilitate practical learning experiences for F-1 students, ensuring a seamless entry into the American workforce.

Dedicated to being "The Loyal Friend of International Students," CPTDog guides you through every phase of your U.S. journey, encompassing graduate studies, OPT, H1B, and Change of Status (COS).

Pathway to Green Card Without H1B

Date & Time:

Thursday 6/11/ 2024 - 5:30-6:30 PDT

Session Spotlights

- H1B lottery analysis. Initial selection rate 26%, is second round H1B lottery possible?
- Solutions to apply for green card w/o an H1B
- Requirements and guidelines on F1 applying for green card
- Immigration attorney live Q&A

Speaker:

Attorney Marta (Xiaojie) Meng - Meng Law Group PC Founder and Managing Attorney. Marta Meng is admitted to practice law in the State of California, and is a specialist certified in Immigration & Nationality Law by the State Bar of California Board of Legal Specialization.

About CPTDog:

Established in 2018 by ex-international students, CPTDog excels in aiding F-1 students in the U.S., with a focus on preserving legal status after graduation and securing work experience. By leveraging Day 1 CPT programs, we facilitate practical learning experiences for F-1 students, ensuring a seamless entry into the American workforce.

Dedicated to being "The Loyal Friend of International Students," CPTDog guides you through every phase of your U.S. journey, encompassing graduate studies, OPT, H1B, and Change of Status (COS).

CPTDog x Humphreys University 

Date & Time:

Thursday 6/11/ 2024 - 5:30-6:30 PDT

Session Spotlights

- San Francisco, most affordable < 10k/year
- Low on-campus frequency, quarter break avail with CPT, regional accredited un-profit
- Business, IT, tech course offering
- Application and CPT policy explained

Speaker:

Karla Engel - Admissions Consultant, Humphreys University

About Humphreys University

Located in Stockton, CA, Stockton, 1 hour from San Francisco and San Jose, the Humphreys campus is easily accessible through Stockton Metropolitan Airport (SCK) or self-drive. Humphreys University is a non-profit private institution with highest/regional accreditation by WASC Senior College and University Commission. It's a US News ranked university offering hybrid program with CPT that concentrates on business, tech and IT.
  

About CPTDog:

Established in 2018 by ex-international students, CPTDog excels in aiding F-1 students in the U.S., with a focus on preserving legal status after graduation and securing work experience. By leveraging Day 1 CPT programs, we facilitate practical learning experiences for F-1 students, ensuring a seamless entry into the American workforce.

Dedicated to being "The Loyal Friend of International Students," CPTDog guides you through every phase of your U.S. journey, encompassing graduate studies, OPT, H1B, and Change of Status (COS).

CPTDog Immigration Lawyer Talk Series -

How to DIY Change of Status Applications

Date & Time:

Thursday 6/6/ 2024 - 5:30-6:30 PDT

Speaker:

Session Spotlights:

- DIY Change of Status steps break down
- I-539 app timeline, fees, expedition detail
- H, B, L, J, to F-1/Day 1 CPT, requirement for each
- Live Q&A with a CA Bar Immigration lawyer

About CPTDog:

Established in 2018 by ex-international students, CPTDog excels in aiding F-1 students in the U.S., with a focus on preserving legal status after graduation and securing work experience. By leveraging Day 1 CPT programs, we facilitate practical learning experiences for F-1 students, ensuring a seamless entry into the American workforce.

Dedicated to being "The Loyal Friend of International Students," CPTDog guides you through every phase of your U.S. journey, encompassing graduate studies, OPT, H1B, and Change of Status (COS).

CPTDog x University of the Potomac

Date & Time:

Tuesday 5/30/2024 - 5:30-6:30 PDT

Speaker:

Session Spotlights:

- With 12 different majors offerings, how to select the right UOTP program that fits your career background?
- Maintain GPA for an easy scholarship! Learn about affordability of the programs and scholarship opportunities.
- Competitive Doctoral Day 1 CPT programs, DBA+Doctor of CS+EdD
- Live Q&A with admissions

The info session will be 20 minutes long, and will also have a 25-minute Q&A, that answers all of your questions regarding school application, accreditation, programs, tuition, and more. Feel free to come in with questions! 

About the school:

Founded in 1989, University of Potomac is accredited by the MSCHE (Middle States Commission on Higher Education). It have hybrid programs designed for international students who wish to be able to do internship while studying. University of Potomac currently has 4 non-STEM and 5 STEM master level programs that supports Day 1 CPT. 

About CPTDog:

Established in 2018 by ex-international students, CPTDog excels in aiding F-1 students in the U.S., with a focus on preserving legal status after graduation and securing work experience. By leveraging Day 1 CPT programs, we facilitate practical learning experiences for F-1 students, ensuring a seamless entry into the American workforce.

Dedicated to being "The Loyal Friend of International Students," CPTDog guides you through every phase of your U.S. journey, encompassing graduate studies, OPT, H1B, and Change of Status (COS).

CPTDog x Ottawa University

Date & Time:

Tuesday 6/4/ 2024 - 5:30-6:30 PDT

Speaker:

Session Spotlights:

- With 12 different majors offerings, how to select the right UOTP program that fits your career background?
- Maintain GPA for an easy scholarship! Learn about affordability of the programs and scholarship opportunities.
- Competitive Doctoral Day 1 CPT programs, DBA+Doctor of CS+EdD
- Live Q&A with admissions

The info session will be 20 minutes long, and will also have a 25-minute Q&A, that answers all of your questions regarding school application, accreditation, programs, tuition, and more. Feel free to come in with questions! 

About the school:

About CPTDog:

Established in 2018 by ex-international students, CPTDog excels in aiding F-1 students in the U.S., with a focus on preserving legal status after graduation and securing work experience. By leveraging Day 1 CPT programs, we facilitate practical learning experiences for F-1 students, ensuring a seamless entry into the American workforce.

Dedicated to being "The Loyal Friend of International Students," CPTDog guides you through every phase of your U.S. journey, encompassing graduate studies, OPT, H1B, and Change of Status (COS).

CPTDog x Sofia University

Date & Time:

Tuesday 5/23/2024 - 5:30-6:30 PDT

Speaker:

Session Spotlights:

- Everything to know about Sofia University and Work Integrated Learning/CPT Programs
- Application timelines and CPT policies
- Tuition and scholarships!
- Live Q&A with admissions and SEVIS certified PDSO

About the school:

Sofia University, with two Prime locations in California - Palo Alto (Silicon Valley) and Costa Mesa (LA) and great hybrid class setting/less onsite requirement, is one of the most popular Day 1 CPT universities on the west coast of the US.  Sofia University has very versatile graduate program offerings, which include the tech engineer's favorite MSCS problem, as well as STEM MBA program. For those looking for a more advanced degree and longer program duration, Sofia University also has a Doctor of Business Administration program which you can complete in 3 to 4 years. 

About CPTDog:

Established in 2018 by ex-international students, CPTDog excels in aiding F-1 students in the U.S., with a focus on preserving legal status after graduation and securing work experience. By leveraging Day 1 CPT programs, we facilitate practical learning experiences for F-1 students, ensuring a seamless entry into the American workforce.

Dedicated to being "The Loyal Friend of International Students," CPTDog guides you through every phase of your U.S. journey, encompassing graduate studies, OPT, H1B, and Change of Status (COS).

CPTDog x CIAM

Date & Time:

Tuesday 5/21/2024 - 5:30-6:30 PDT

Speaker:

Session Spotlights:

- Understand the complete cost and work load
- Day 1 CPT's Legitimacy, Benefits and Risks
- Steps: from Program Selection to CPT Authorization
- Live Q&A with SEVP certified DSO

About the school:

California Institute of Advanced Management (CIAM), a nonprofit private university, is conveniently located in Southern California, close to Los Angeles. It is just an hour's drive from LAX, offering superb convenience.CIAM's MBA program features CPT option for students to gain full time work experience while learning, requiring on-site attendance only once per semester.

About CPTDog:

Established in 2018 by ex-international students, CPTDog excels in aiding F-1 students in the U.S., with a focus on preserving legal status after graduation and securing work experience. By leveraging Day 1 CPT programs, we facilitate practical learning experiences for F-1 students, ensuring a seamless entry into the American workforce.

Dedicated to being "The Loyal Friend of International Students," CPTDog guides you through every phase of your U.S. journey, encompassing graduate studies, OPT, H1B, and Change of Status (COS).

CPTDog x Harrisburg University

Date & Time:

Tuesday 5/16/2024 - 5:30-6:30 PDT

Speaker:

Session Spotlights:

- 12 graduate level programs with day 1 CPT option
- Application timelines and CPT internship details
- Live Q&A with admission's director

About the school:

Harrisburg University is located in Pennsylvania. It is popular among international students because of the quality of its faculties. Many of those who teach at Harrisburg University also work as executives in the correspondent industries. Harrisburg University now has a total of 200 full-time faculty members. It currently hosts 6,469 undergraduate and graduate students with over 70% of them being international students from 110 different countries. 92% of the students found a job within 6 months after graduation.
The CPT program highlights include Computer Information Sciences, Project Management, Biotech, Cybersecurity, Healthcare Informatics, Pharmaceutical Sciences, etc.

The info session will be 25 minutes long, and will also have a 35-minute Q&A, that answers all of your questions regarding school application, accreditation, programs, tuition, and more. Feel free to come in with questions!
Session Spotlights:

Host:

Ryan Zhang: Ryan brings a wealth of personal experience to his role as an education consultant at GoElite Education Consultancy, the driving force behind CPTDog.com. Having navigated the complex journey of being an international student in the United States for seven years, Ryan deeply understands the challenges and opportunities that come with this unique experience. Today, he is dedicated to assisting international students with practical training (CPT, OPT), visa issues (H1B, I-20 reinstatement), and more.

About CPTDog:

Established in 2018 by ex-international students, CPTDog excels in aiding F-1 students in the U.S., with a focus on preserving legal status after graduation and securing work experience. By leveraging Day 1 CPT programs, we facilitate practical learning experiences for F-1 students, ensuring a seamless entry into the American workforce.

Dedicated to being "The Loyal Friend of International Students," CPTDog guides you through every phase of your U.S. journey, encompassing graduate studies, OPT, H1B, and Change of Status (COS).

CPTDog x Saint Peter's University

Date & Time:

Tuesday 5/14/2024 - 8:30PM EDT

Session Spotlights:

- New Jersey/NY, highest accreditation
- STEM master’s and Day 1 CPT: Business, analytics, data and more
- Live Q & A with university officials

About the School:

As an US News ranked university, Saint Peter's University is a private university in Jersey City, NJ, at the heart of the bigger New York area.
SPU offers STEM programs: MS Data Science and MS Business Analytics, that grant international students CPT throughout the program, so they can work and earn while studying.

Speaker:

• Corey Bramlet: Saint Peter's University Admissions
• Brian Phillips: Saint Peter's University Admissions
  
  

Host:

Ryan Zhang: Ryan brings a wealth of personal experience to his role as an education consultant at GoElite Education Consultancy, the driving force behind CPTDog.com. Having navigated the complex journey of being an international student in the United States for seven years, Ryan deeply understands the challenges and opportunities that come with this unique experience. Today, he is dedicated to assisting international students with practical training (CPT, OPT), visa issues (H1B, I-20 reinstatement), and more.

About CPTDog:

Established in 2018 by ex-international students, CPTDog excels in aiding F-1 students in the U.S., with a focus on preserving legal status after graduation and securing work experience. By leveraging Day 1 CPT programs, we facilitate practical learning experiences for F-1 students, ensuring a seamless entry into the American workforce.

Dedicated to being "The Loyal Friend of International Students," CPTDog guides you through every phase of your U.S. journey, encompassing graduate studies, OPT, H1B, and Change of Status (COS).

CPTDog x Westcliff University

Date & Time:

Thursday 5/9/2024 - 8:30PM EDT

Session Spotlights:

- Day 1 CPT Master’s and Doctoral programs
- How to do OPT SEVIS transfer?
- Scholarships categories and application
- How's study and onsite attendance going to affect my job?
- Live Q&A with university officials

About the School:

With great locations both on the West and East coast, Westcliff university is one of the best Day 1 CPT destination. The school offers a variety of programs in Project Management, Business, Healthcare, Computer Science, IT, etc. Westcliff offers 5 types of scholarships to international students.

Speaker:

• Rochelle Norton: Senior Admissions Advisor, DSO, Westcliff University.
• Gracie Castillo: International Outreach Representative, Westcliff University.
  
  

Host:

Ryan Zhang: Ryan brings a wealth of personal experience to his role as an education consultant at GoElite Education Consultancy, the driving force behind CPTDog.com. Having navigated the complex journey of being an international student in the United States for seven years, Ryan deeply understands the challenges and opportunities that come with this unique experience. Today, he is dedicated to assisting international students with practical training (CPT, OPT), visa issues (H1B, I-20 reinstatement), and more.

About CPTDog:

Established in 2018 by ex-international students, CPTDog excels in aiding F-1 students in the U.S., with a focus on preserving legal status after graduation and securing work experience. By leveraging Day 1 CPT programs, we facilitate practical learning experiences for F-1 students, ensuring a seamless entry into the American workforce.

Dedicated to being "The Loyal Friend of International Students," CPTDog guides you through every phase of your U.S. journey, encompassing graduate studies, OPT, H1B, and Change of Status (COS).

CPTDog x Monroe College 

Date & Time:

Thursday 5/2/2024 - 8:30PM EDT

Session Spotlights:

- Bigger NY area professional hybrid program destination (location, tuition, majors and scholarships breakdown)
- H1B/OPT is expiring soon! How to still enroll and continue working through CPT?
- Does the school maintains the highest accreditations and offer an RFE program to assist students with documentation and support?

About the School:

Monroe College, with its advantageous position in New York City, stands out as a preferred institution for international students looking for Professional Hybrid programs and CPT on the East Coast, particularly around NYC. Among a very few competitors that offer scholarships to international students, Monroe college also has versatile program selections including MBA, Healthcare, Hospitality, Supply Chain, CS, Data Science and etc.

Speaker:

Dr. Alex Ephrem, Senior Vice President, King Graduate School of Monroe College

Host:

Ryan Zhang: Ryan brings a wealth of personal experience to his role as an education consultant at GoElite Education Consultancy, the driving force behind CPTDog.com. Having navigated the complex journey of being an international student in the United States for seven years, Ryan deeply understands the challenges and opportunities that come with this unique experience. Today, he is dedicated to assisting international students with practical training (CPT, OPT), visa issues (H1B, I-20 reinstatement), and more.

About CPTDog:

Established in 2018 by ex-international students, CPTDog excels in aiding F-1 students in the U.S., with a focus on preserving legal status after graduation and securing work experience. By leveraging Day 1 CPT programs, we facilitate practical learning experiences for F-1 students, ensuring a seamless entry into the American workforce.

Dedicated to being "The Loyal Friend of International Students," CPTDog guides you through every phase of your U.S. journey, encompassing graduate studies, OPT, H1B, and Change of Status (COS).

CPTDog x Meng Law Group - H1B Alternatives Compare

Date & TIME:

Thur 4/25/2024 - 5:30PM PDT | 8:30PM EDT

Session Highlights:

• 2025 fiscal year H1B recap analysis by immigration attorney
• Alternatives to work! Cap-exempt, O1, L1, Day 1 CPT, which one's good for me?
• F-1 directly to Green Card, is it possible?
• Live Q&A with an immigration lawyer

Featured Speakers:

Host:

Ryan Zhang: Ryan brings a wealth of personal experience to his role as an education consultant at GoElite Education Consultancy, the driving force behind CPTDog.com. Having navigated the complex journey of being an international student in the United States for seven years, Ryan deeply understands the challenges and opportunities that come with this unique experience. Today, he is dedicated to assisting international students with practical training (CPT, OPT), visa issues (H1B, I-20 reinstatement), and more.

About CPTDog:

Established in 2018 by ex-international students, CPTDog excels in aiding F-1 students in the U.S., with a focus on preserving legal status after graduation and securing work experience. By leveraging Day 1 CPT programs, we facilitate practical learning experiences for F-1 students, ensuring a seamless entry into the American workforce.

Dedicated to being "The Loyal Friend of International Students," CPTDog guides you through every phase of your U.S. journey, encompassing graduate studies, OPT, H1B, and Change of Status (COS).

Trine University x CPTDog 

Session Highlights:

• Trine University and it CPT Hybrid Program Introduction 
• Application Guide and Deadlines 
• Live Q&A
  
  

Featured Speakers:

Vishnu Undyala, Director of International Graduate Student Recruitment, Trine University

Host:

Ryan Zhang: Ryan brings a wealth of personal experience to his role as an education consultant at GoElite Education Consultancy, the driving force behind CPTDog.com. Having navigated the complex journey of being an international student in the United States for seven years, Ryan deeply understands the challenges and opportunities that come with this unique experience. Today, he is dedicated to assisting international students with practical training (CPT, OPT), visa issues (H1B, I-20 reinstatement), and more.

About Trine University:

With locations in Arizona, Michigan and Virginia, Trine University has one of the most versatile and affordable Day 1 CPT program selection. Trine offers Master's CPT programs in Information Systems, Engineering Mgmt, MBA and Business Analytics and offers Doctoral Day1CPT in IT as well. The Day 1 CPT programs average annual cost is $8K and onsite attendance requirement is 1 time per semester

The info session will be 20 minutes long, and will also have a 40-minute Q&A, that answers all of your questions regarding school application, accreditation, programs, tuition, and more. Feel free to come in with questions!

Westcliff University x CPTDog 

Session Highlights:

• How to Choose Program Based on Your Background
• Steps and Timeline for SEVIS transfer and starting CPT
• Scholarships! Am I qualified for them?
• How's Study and Onsite Attendance May Affect Your Job?
  

Featured Speakers:

John Mahan: Executive International Outreach Representative, Westcliff University.
Doris Wang: Admissions Advisor, Westcliff University.

John Mahan is a dedicated member of the Westcliff International Outreach team at the Irvine campus, where he has been serving since 2019. As a passionate advocate for higher education, John finds fulfillment in assisting students in achieving their academic aspirations in the U.S. or online. Currently pursuing his MBA, John holds a bachelor's degree in International Affairs and Cultural Anthropology from Northeastern University in Boston, Massachusetts. With his cross-cultural experiences, including teaching and studying English in China and traveling through various parts of Asia and Europe, John brings a unique perspective to his work.

Host:

Ryan Zhang: Ryan brings a wealth of personal experience to his role as an education consultant at GoElite Education Consultancy, the driving force behind CPTDog.com. Having navigated the complex journey of being an international student in the United States for seven years, Ryan deeply understands the challenges and opportunities that come with this unique experience. Today, he is dedicated to assisting international students with practical training (CPT, OPT), visa issues (H1B, I-20 reinstatement), and more.

About Westcliff University:

With great locations both on the West and East coast, Westcliff university is one of the best Day 1 CPT destination. The school offers a variety of programs in Project Management, Business, Healthcare, Computer Science, IT, etc. Westcliff offers 5 types of scholarships to international students.

NEC x CPTDog 

Session Highlights:

• Information session on school and executive low-residency programs
• Discussion on application timelines and details on CPT internships
• Live Q&A session with admissions officers and Designated School Officials (DSOs).

Featured Speakers:

• Brad Poznanski: Executive Director of International Enrollment
• Stephanie Ziskal: Assistant Director of International Recruitment
• Emily Prud'homme: Senior Admission Counselor
• Susan Wayman: Principal Designated School Official (PDSO) and Director of International Programs

Admissions and Program Directors will come together to discuss CPT programs and answer your questions in real-time!

Host:

Ryan Zhang: Ryan brings a wealth of personal experience to his role as an education consultant at GoElite Education Consultancy, the driving force behind CPTDog.com. Having navigated the complex journey of being an international student in the United States for seven years, Ryan deeply understands the challenges and opportunities that come with this unique experience. Today, he is dedicated to assisting international students with practical training (CPT, OPT), visa issues (H1B, I-20 reinstatement), and more.

About New England College:

Situated in New Hampshire, close to Boston, New England College offers a variety of Day 1 CPT programs, including MBA, Project Management, Data Analytics, IT, and Cybersecurity. With a fee structure set at $9k annually, it stands as one of the most affordable Day 1 CPT institutions. The requirement for on-campus attendance is minimal, only once every semester. NEC is celebrated for its cost-effectiveness and the high-quality education provided by its professional faculty. 

CIAM x CPTDog 

H1B Backup Plan - Day 1 CPT Explained By DSO 

Session Spotlights

• Impact of Day 1 CPT on Future H1B RFE Rates
• Investment (time & money) Required for Day 1 CPT
• Navigating Job Changes or Loss While on CPT

Guest Speaker: 

Sandy Chou: Sandy has been with CIAM for nearly 8 years, worked as admissions officer and DSO, familiar with 

Host:

Ryan Zhang: Ryan brings a wealth of personal experience to his role as an education consultant at GoElite Education Consultancy, the driving force behind CPTDog.com. Having navigated the complex journey of being an international student in the United States for seven years, Ryan deeply understands the challenges and opportunities that come with this unique experience. Today, he is dedicated to assisting international students with practical training (CPT, OPT), visa issues (H1B, I-20 reinstatement), and more.

About CIAM

The California Institute of Advanced Management (CIAM), a nonprofit private university, is conveniently located in Southern California, close to Los Angeles. It is just an hour's drive from LAX, offering superb convenience.

CIAM's MBA program features a Day 1 CPT option, requiring on-site attendance only once per semester. As a smaller business school, CIAM prides itself on offering personalized attention to each of its students.

Monroe College x CPTDog 

Backup Plan for H1B - Work with CPT in NYC

Session Spotlight

• H1B Registration Wrapped. If not selected how do I work in the US?
• Is working full-time under CPT legal from USCIS's perspective?
• How to select major according to my background?
• Live Q&A with admission's director

Host: 

Ryan Zhang: Ryan brings a wealth of personal experience to his role as an education consultant at GoElite Education Consultancy, the driving force behind CPTDog.com. Having navigated the complex journey of being an international student in the United States for seven years, Ryan deeply understands the challenges and opportunities that come with this unique experience. Today, he is dedicated to assisting international students with practical training (CPT, OPT), visa issues (H1B, I-20 reinstatement), and more.

About Monroe College

Monroe College, with its advantageous position close to New York City, stands out as a preferred institution for international students looking for Day 1 CPT Universities on the East Coast, particularly around NYC. The college's stellar reputation, superior teaching standards, and plentiful Day 1 CPT full-time employment options have bolstered its appeal. Moreover, the college's schedule, featuring relatively few in-person classes, enables students to efficiently juggle their academic and work obligations. All Day 1 CPT programs are exclusively offered at the New Rochelle Campus, ensuring a concentrated and engaging educational journey.

Webinar Highlights

• McDaniel College Introduction
• Low Residency program info session 
• Application Timelines and CPT Internship Policies 
• Live Q&A 

Guest Speakers: 

Colin Hoover: Graduate Admissions Counselor, SEVIS Designated School Official (DSO)

Corey Bramlet & Brian Phillips: SPU's designated admission advisors. 

Host: 

Ryan Zhang: Ryan brings a wealth of personal experience to his role as an education consultant at GoElite Education Consultancy, the driving force behind CPTDog.com. Having navigated the complex journey of being an international student in the United States for seven years, Ryan deeply understands the challenges and opportunities that come with this unique experience. Today, he is dedicated to assisting international students with practical training (CPT, OPT), visa issues (H1B, I-20 reinstatement), and more.

About McDaniel College

McDaniel College is located on a 160-acre campus in Westminster, Maryland, near Baltimore and Washington, DC. Founded in 1867, McDaniel College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and is a nationally recognized institution of higher education.

It currently has one master's level program (MS Data Analytics) that supports CPT from day 1. Starting the Fall 2023 semester, the tuition fee for this day 1 cpt program is $689 per credit. The program spans over 2 years and consists of 30 credits. The total tuition fee for the program is $20,670. If you take a sabbatical for one semester and opt for full-time CPT, the cost per semester would be around $4,134. On average, the annual tuition fee is $10,335.

Webinar Highlights

• Overview of Saint Peter's University 
• STEM Programs: MS Data Science & MS Business Analytics 
• CPT Policies for F-1 Students
• Live Q & A

Guest Speakers: 

Kristy Massaro: Kristy is the associate director at SPU, specializing in graduate and international admissions. She has been in this position for the past 6 years and is familiar with the particular issues F1 students would face. 

Corey Bramlet & Brian Phillips: SPU's designated admission advisors. 

Host: 

Ryan Zhang: Ryan brings a wealth of personal experience to his role as an education consultant at GoElite Education Consultancy, the driving force behind CPTDog.com. Having navigated the complex journey of being an international student in the United States for seven years, Ryan deeply understands the challenges and opportunities that come with this unique experience. Today, he is dedicated to assisting international students with practical training (CPT, OPT), visa issues (H1B, I-20 reinstatement), and more.

About Saint Peter's University

Saint Peter’s University (SPU) was founded in 1872 and is located in Jersey City (2641 John F. Kennedy Blvd, Jersey City, NJ). It is very close to the New York Metropolitan area, especially Manhattan. Many of our students who work and live in the NYC area choose to advance their academic skills at SPU due to the convenience. 

Currently, SPU has two programs facing F-1 students who wish to use CPT as a work permit to gain real-life working experience: MS Data Science and MS Business Analytics. Both of these programs are STEM programs that come with 3 years of OPT and other of them allow F1 international students to apply for CPT from the start of the program. 

SPU is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education Accreditation (MSCHE).  

Session Spotlight:

• Tax Filling 101: What are W-2, 1099, federal & state tax?
• New Regulation updates & Common mistakes to avoid
• Live Q&A with a CPA tax expert

Session Spotlight:

• H4 holder's Personal Experience Share on How to Get a Job on H4 Visa
• Change of Status Process
• Common mistakes with I-539 & Change of Status Tips
• Live Q & A with Immigration Attorney & Former H4 Holder

Session Spotlight:

• F1 Interview Insider's Tip
• Administrative Processing: What is it? How to avoid it?
• Live Q & A

Session Spotlight:

• Beneficiary-centric; Fully Online Application Process, etc.
• 2025 Lottery Selection Rate Prediction 
• Immigration Attorney Live Q & A

Session Spotlight:

• H1B Visa Explained - Rules, Numbers, Lottery Odds
• H1B Petition Must Know Tips
  
• H1B Alternative Plans
• Live Q &A session, ask away~
• Click View Event to fill out a short form to reserve your spot

Session Spotlight:

- H1B Layoff Timeline and Solutions.

- How will H1B termination affect green card applications?

- What is a status change? What are the popular options?

- Live Q&A with CA bar immigration attorney.

Session Spotlights:

- Breakdown: F1 visa interviews, what visa officers are looking for?

- Transferred SEVIS, OPT/CPT, expired F1, how to pass the new F1 interview?

- 30-minute Free live Q&As for visa questions

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