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Welcoming New Universities to Interstride

We would like to welcome 美国华盛顿大学 , 美国杨百翰大学 , Columbia University Graduate School of Arts and Sciences ,? Columbia University Mailman School of Public Health , Columbia University School of Professional Studies , and Columbia School of Social Work to our network this month.

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Job Search Strategies for International Students

Tuesday, March 28 @ 3:00 PM in?EST (Register Now)

This workshop introduces well-established processes for positioning yourself to execute a focused and successful U.S.-based job search. Take away a four-step framework to optimize your job search game plan and effectively network to get your foot in the door.?

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Presentation Replay: International Student Conversion Through Community, Engagement, & Support

Interstride & NAGAP, the Association for Graduate Enrollment Management co-presented this topic to the AIRC community. The presentation covers recent themes in international admissions and how admission offices can better support international applicants.

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Important Tips for International Students & Alumni

• Complete Guide to the H-1B Process - Although there are many immigration paths to stay in the U.S. after your education, H-1B remains one of the most popular options. Learn about the H-1B visa and how preparing in advance can provide students an edge as they explore post-graduation employment options. (Read More).
• Chicago H-1B Connect: Tech Jobs for H-1B Holders - Chicago business leaders are uniting to assist current H-1B visa holders impacted by recent layoffs in the tech industry across the U.S. (Read More).
• O-1A: The Best U.S. Work Visa - This visa is arguably the best U.S. work visa, yet very few international students ever apply for the O-1. Why? The O-1 criteria can be intimidating and even confusing. Dispel the myths behind the “genius visa” and take a deep dive into every O-1 criterion. (Read More).
• Digital Nomad Visas 2023 - For international students, digital nomad visas provide a way to work for a U.S. company while living in another country, so you can avoid the complicated U.S. immigration system. This article provides you with all the information you need on how to become a digital nomad and the different visa options around the world. (Read More).
• US Now Allows Student Visa Applications Up to One Year in Advance - The US State Department has expanded the application window for F and M visas to up to 365 days before the student’s planned program start. See how this may affect you here. (Read More).