STATUS: TBD | STEM OPT reporting log
Prepared September 24, 2026
Guide: https://statustbd.com/guides/stem-opt-reporting/

Editable planning worksheet, not legal advice or an eligibility determination.
Confirm applicable dates and requirements with the appropriate adviser.
Keep your completed notes private. Do not include passport, SEVIS, or receipt numbers.

01. School reporting instructions URL / DSO contact

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02. Approved STEM OPT dates (keep private)

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03. 6-month validation: confirmed due date / earlier reminder / submitted / acknowledged

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04. 12-month validation AND evaluation: due / reminder / signer / submitted / acknowledged

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05. 18-month validation: due / reminder / submitted / acknowledged

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06. 24-month validation AND final evaluation: due / reminder / signer / submitted / acknowledged

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07. Change event: actual date / what changed / DSO instructions / documents / signer

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08. Old employer: last day / evaluation required / signed / submitted / acknowledged

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09. New employer: proposed start / training plan / school process / authorization questions

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10. If pending: SEVIS update / USCIS-case question / HR verification question / adviser response

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11. Unresolved item / owner / follow-up date

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NOTES / SOURCE LINKS

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This worksheet does not submit reports, save to the website, or send reminders.