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Introduction
Instructions for academic advisors on processing OPT requests from students.
Instructions
The Academic Advisor will be asked to assist with the authorization of Optional Practical Training (OPT). The student provides the contact information for the Academic Advisor in the OPT request. The advisor will receive an email invitation to complete the approval form with Subject line: Request Advisor Notification.
Click on here to enter the request.
The form will have two main components. The top portion will not change. It provides general information about the student: Name, Program Dates, Level (Undergraduate/Graduate) and Major (Academic Program).
The rest of the form will consist of other portions that will help the Academic Advisor make a decision:
- Information- General background about the request.
- Student submission- Information the student has provided CIS.
- Questionnaire- Questions/information for the Academic Advisor to help CIS make an informed decision as to approve or deny the request.
Information
Read the information carefully before continuing.
Click Next when finished to move on to the following section.
Student Submission
This is the information the student has shared. You may need this information to complete the Questionnaire portion. Please review carefully.
Click Next when finished to move on to the following section.
Questionnaire
To the best of your ability, please answer the following questions.
Click Complete when finished to submit your answers.
Click on Approve to save and submit your answers. Once you click on approve, you cannot change your responses.
Once you have successfully submitted your responses, you will receive the following message: Thank you for completing this information. If we have questions we will contact you.
