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I am currently a foreign student in the United States on a F1 visa at another college or university. Am I eligible to participate in the RIPS program without changing my visa?

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I am currently a foreign student in the United States on a F1 visa at another college or university. Am I eligible to participate in the RIPS program without changing my visa?

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Yes, as long as you are a full time student at your current institute and plan on returning to that institute full-time after the RIPS summer program ends. If you are selected, you may have to register for “Curricular Practical Training” (CPT) through your home institution.