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Wharton MBA Curricular Practical Training

The Wharton School's Curricular Practical Training (CPT) program is designed for F-1 students seeking work experience integral to their academic journey before graduation. To qualify, students must maintain valid F-1 status for at least one full academic year, securing employment directly related to their field of study. Registration in MGMT891:900 during summer post-first year is mandatory. The CPT process involves application submission, job offer procurement, and timely compliance with requirements to maintain authorization. Any changes in employment must be reported to the International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS).

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Wharton MBA Curricular Practical Training

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  1. Wharton MBACurricular Practical Training International Student and Scholar Services http://www.upenn.edu/oip/iss

  2. Purpose & Eligibility of CPT Purpose • CPT for F-1 students is intended to provide work experience in situations where the work serves as an integral part of a student's academic program, prior to completion of that program. Eligibility • Must be in valid F-1 student status at the time of filing • Must have been a full-time student for at least one full academic year in lawful status • Employment must be directly related to field of study

  3. Eligibility for F-1 CPT • You must meet one of the following criteria: • Employment is required of all degree candidates in program • Employment is an integral component of the academic program -- you will receive academic credit for your work • MBA CPT requirement entails registration in MGMT891:900 during the summer session after completing the first year • CPT employment authorization is job-specific • You must have secured a job before CPT can be authorized by ISSS ***Students are not eligible for CPT after completion of their academic program***

  4. Step 1: Start at Wharton • Read and Complete the Wharton and ISSS Summer CPT Application forms • Both forms are available at the MBA Program Office • Procure job offer letter on company letterhead. Letter must include company name, address of worksite, job title, dates of employment, duties, and specify full or part-time

  5. Step 2 : Drop off at ISSS • Submit request forms and supporting documentation to the ISSS front desk • ISSS will issue a new CPT I-20 • Processing time: 3 business days • Pick up your I-20 with the CPT authorization at ISSS

  6. CPT Requirements • Students must complete 20 sessions of MGMT891:900 by 7/15/2009, or remaining CPT will be revoked • Students must also complete the remaining 20 sessions prior to 9/15/2009 • There will be no extensions of the deadlines • Any changes in CPT employment will require a review and prior authorization by ISSS • Any interruption of CPT employment must be reported to ISSS immediately by email

  7. Questions?Thank you!

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