STEM OPT Extension
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      STEM OPT Extension - Important Dates

      Important dates for the STEM OPT include the application for STEM OPT Extension and the submission of a validation report or self-evaluation report every six months.

      This article outlines important dates for the STEM OPT process to help you avoid missing important deadlines.

      Deadline 1: STEM OPT Extension Application

      You must submit the materials for the OPT Extension to USCIS within the 90 days before your initial OPT ends.

      Submitting the application too early or too late will result in the automatic rejection of the STEM OPT Extension application.

      Deadline 2: 6th Month of STEM OPT

      You need to submit the Validation Report to your school’s International Students Office.

       

      Deadline 3: 12th Month of STEM OPT

      You need to submit the I-983 Self-Evaluation Report to your school’s International Students Office.

       

      Deadline 4: 18th Month of STEM OPT

      You need to submit the Validation Report to your school’s International Students Office.

       

      Deadline 5: 24 Month of STEM OPT (Upon Completion and Expiration)

      You need to submit the I-983 Evaluation Report to your school’s International Students Office.