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Education to opportunity

Top programs and career support link you to real-world opportunities. This helps you gain a competitive edge after graduation.

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Work experience while you study

Work in the US after graduation with Optional Practical Training (OPT).

You can apply to OPT to work in your field for 12 months. If you studied a STEM-designated degree, you could qualify for the STEM OPT extension. This allows you to work in the US for an additional two years. With STEM OPT, you can work in the US for up to three years. Launch your future with UMass and gain experience with leading employers across the US.

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