NOTE: You cannot begin working until you receive your I-20 with CPT authorization, even for an extension or change in hours. You can only work for the employer and dates listed on the second page of your I-20.
If you would like to apply for an extension of your CPT authorization you will need to submit a new CPT authorization request. CPT must relate directly to the student’s major area of study and be an integral part of the school’s established curriculum.
In order to request Curricular Practical Training (CPT) authorization, please follow the steps outlined below:
1. Complete the Academic Work Placement (AWP) Form. The form must be signed by you and your employer. For instructions on how to complete this form, please review the following support article: Academic Work Placement
2. Login to the Terra Dotta System and navigate to the Request Center to find the CPT request.
If logging into Terra Dotta for the first time, you must access the system via the Welcome to Terra Dotta email sent to your HU student email.
We recommend that students access Terra Dotta through a desktop/laptop device, as mobile compatibility is limited.
3. Follow the prompts to complete the request form and upload the required documents.
Once your request is submitted with all required documents, please allow 5 business days for processing. Your updated I-20 will be sent to your Harrisburg University student email address.
International Travel
CPT is an F-1 benefit and cannot be performed outside of the United States. If you plan to travel internationally, you must contact the International Student Office in advance to end your CPT, and submit a new CPT request to resume working upon your return to the U.S.
Documents Required:
The following supporting documents are needed based on the type of CPT request you select. All supporting documentation, including employment letters, must be no older than 30 days.
