News & Announcements

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DHS Proposes New Fees for Optional Practical Training (OPT)

October 8, 2026

On October 8, 2026, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) published a proposed rule creating new fees for schools that recommend F-1 students for Optional Practical...

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CPT Update: SEVP Broadcast Messages and Pending Litigation

October 7, 2026

In August 2026, the Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP) sent two Broadcast Messages to schools setting out a narrower interpretation of the eligibility requirements...

Presidential Proclamation Extends H-1B $100,000 Fee Policy; Fee Remains Blocked by Court Order

September 23, 2026

On September 18, 2026, the White House signed two actions affecting H-1B sponsorship: a Presidential Proclamation extending the $100,000 H-1B fee policy, and an Executive...

OISS Evening Hours Are Back

September 23, 2026

OISS is excited to announce that our evening hours are back for the fall semester! We are open Mondays through Fridays from 5-9pm. Our space is available for you to study,...

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International Programming Fund Is Accepting Applications!

September 23, 2026

Are you part of a Yale-registered student organization that is planning to organize events with an international and/or intercultural focus in the academic year of 2026-2027...

Be Our Next #HumansofOISS on Instagram!

September 22, 2026

If you aren't following OISS on Instagram, you should be! We are continuing to curate a vibrant #HumansofOISS series on Instagram (@yaleoiss). This series features photos...

DHS CBP Entry Stamp showing F-1 status and duration of status

Important Update: Court Action on the D/S Rule

September 14, 2026

There has been an important update on the litigation challenging the Department of Homeland Security's rule that would have ended “Duration of Status” (D/S) for F-1...