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Reminder

The term "Day 1 CPT Universities" is not officially recognized. Instead, it typically refers to universities that allow students to apply for Curricular Practical Training (CPT) from their first semester. However, obtaining CPT approval at the day one of the program is not guaranteed and depends on the timely submission and completeness of the application documents. Typically, it takes 5-15 business days to receive CPT approval after the documents have been received.

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Note: All the information above is time-sensitive. We recommend contacting professional lawyers or the school DSO before making any decision. None of the information in this article is intended to provide legal advice.

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