Non-immigrant students (persons in the United States in valid F-1 status) may apply for temporary employment authorization while enrolled in a college-level degree program. This employment authorization is called Curricular Practical Training, or CPT.

CPT permission is obtained through the university's International Students Office or equivalent upon approval of advisor, pursuant to Regulations established by the US Citizenship and Immigration Service. CPT is designed to provide practical training to complement the student's field of study.

No social security or medicare taxes, except federal and state income taxes, are applicable on income earned during CPT.

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