After graduation, you can work in the U.S. for up to a year through a work authorization called Optional Practical Training (OPT). A school with many students and alumni employed on OPT may indicate an excellent employer network and reputation for international students. It may also offer a rich network of peers who know what it is like to navigate working and living in the U.S. after school.
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