Free live event, which brought together Designated School Officials (DSOs) and immigration attorneys to provide students with expert-vetted guidance on the new regulations, attracted nearly 3,000 registrants
United States, 26th Aug 2026 —GoElite, the global education platform that connects international students with top universities and hybrid programs, today announced that it successfully completed its first large-scale expert briefing on the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Rule Change affecting F-1 international students, OPT, and Curricular Practical Training (CPT). The free live event brought together Designated School Officials (DSOs) and immigration attorneys to provide students with expert-vetted guidance on the new regulations. It attracted 2,897 registrants, 1,369 attendees across live sessions and the lobby, and 1,764 total stream views.
“After DHS published its final rule affecting F-1, OPT, and CPT status, we identified significant confusion among international students caused by speculation, conflicting advice, and partially accurate information circulating online,” said a spokesperson for GoElite. “To help resolve this problem, we organized this free live expert briefing to give students direct access to reliable information from professionals working in immigration law and international student compliance. The event was a huge success.”
The briefing is an example of GoElite’s broader commitment to serving as a resource and convener for international students, universities, immigration professionals, and other stakeholders. Following the event, GoElite continues to host weekly sessions with universities and immigration attorneys to provide students with ongoing access to information as the regulatory changes unfold.
The US federal government’s Office of Management and Budget (OMB) completed its Final Duration of Status Rule review on June 17 of this year. The review has been published in the Federal Register, so it is now in effect.
To join GoElite’s free Extension of Stay seminar to understand the new Duration of Status rule and prepare for the changes ahead, go to: https://goelite.com/events/extension-of-stay
About GoElite
GoElite is an international education and immigration support organization dedicated to helping international students navigate the U.S. education system and immigration process. Through partnerships with accredited universities, immigration attorneys, and higher education professionals, GoElite provides educational resources, events, and guidance that help students make informed academic and immigration decisions.
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