I was attending school for one year in valid F-1 status. In my third semester, I incidentally fell below the full course load and my DSO told me that I had to apply for reinstatement. …

… The USCIS has just approved my reinstatement application. I would like to apply for authorization for curricular practical training (CPT), and to register it as a practicum for credit. Am I eligible for CPT?

Answer

A student, whose F-1 status was reinstated, may be immediately eligible for CPT authorization if s/he accrued at least nine consecutive months in valid F-1 status before falling out of status. Since you were enrolled in full-time study for more than nine consecutive months, in valid F-1 status, you should be eligible to receive CPT authorization, provided you meet all other eligibility criteria. (22.Jan.2016)

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