Curry College adheres to USCIS regulations to authorize CPT for international students.
- Curry College authorizes CPT on a semester basis only, with the end date adjusted to align with the academic term for which you are applying.
- There is flexibility in the application process, allowing students to apply for CPT in the middle of the semester.
- The standard processing time for CPT at Curry College is ten business days from the date of application submission.
- Students must have the proper work permission in the form of the CPT I-20 before starting employment.
- The employment is specific to the employer and dates listed on the I-20 form. If students wish to change employers, a new CPT application must be submitted. Additionally, any changes in employment status must be reported to the DSO within ten days.
- Maintaining good academic standing is crucial to remain eligible for CPT participation.
- If a student is unable to submit a CPT agreement signed by an employer, Curry College may be able to waive this requirement. Please contact us to learn more details.
CPT Details
CPT authorization needs to be renewed every term.
Curry College requires international student attend onsite residency class bi-monthly.
Starting in May, residency will be scheduled as one weekend per 8-week term, running from Friday through Sunday. Friday sessions begin with classes from 10:30 AM to 12:00 PM, followed by afternoon activities such as local company visits, networking events, and keynote sessions, and conclude with a leadership dinner. The official end time on Sunday is 8:00 PM, although students have the flexibility to depart earlier if needed.
