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  • STEM OPT eligibility for pursuing a second degree after obtaining a non-STEM degree

    Hi,

    I am currently holding an H1B visa status while studying part-time but I plan on to change my status into full time F-1 student visa.
    Previously I did my PhD from an US University but on a non-STEM subject – so my OPT was only for 12 months before I converted into H1B.
    My current subject is STEM eligible – and I am studying at the masters’ level.
    My question is –
    1. Am I eligible for OPT after finishing my study in this new F1?
    2. If yes, am I also eligible for OPT extension under STEM guidelines?
    3. And lastly, if I decide to do a PhD later in this subject would I be granted another round of OPT extension based on higher academic level achievement?
    This problem is kind of unique in its nature, and I would appreciate your suggestion or opinion on this.

    Thanks,

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