The End of Duration of Status: What F-1 Students Must Know in 2026
Duration of Status is ending for F-1 students in 2026. What the fixed admission period means, when to file Form I-539, and why a doctorate is the smart next step.
DBA vs PhD: Which Doctorate Should an International Student Choose in 2026?
DBA vs PhD explained for international students: how they differ, why immigration treats them the same, and which doctorate fits your career in 2026.
Day 1 CPT in Doctoral Programs: How It Works in 2026
How Day 1 CPT works in a doctoral program: the regulations, how authorization happens, full-time vs part-time CPT, and the 12-month CPT rule.
Second Master’s or Doctorate? What the New F-1 Rule Changes About Your Next Degree
The new Duration of Status rule makes a second master’s for F-1 students less viable. Why a doctorate degree is the next step after your masters.
The H-1B 2026: $100,000 Fee, the H-1B Lottery, and What International Students Should Do
The $100,000 H-1B 2026 fee and the new H-1B lottery, explained for international students, plus the strategies that improve your odds.