Hi,
I am a Masters student and I did not receive my degree yet as i have my thesis pending. I have read this notice from USCIS that students are eligible for STEM Ext even if their thesis is pending. So i applied for STEM Ext but received below RFE.
RFE:
"In order to be eligible for a 17-month extension of your employment authorization based on post completion optical practical training under the new science, technology , engineering and mathematics (STEM) rule, you must provide USCIS with evidence that the degree has been obtained. Please submit a copy of your degree or of your official school transcript to establish that the degree has been obtained."
I dont have a degree as my thesis is pending.I have official transcripts but they dont specify that i am graduated and shows i am currently registered for 1 credit for my thesis.
1.Can someone suggest how i can reply to the RFE?
2.Any suggestions for good lawyers?
Thanks,
I am a Masters student and I did not receive my degree yet as i have my thesis pending. I have read this notice from USCIS that students are eligible for STEM Ext even if their thesis is pending. So i applied for STEM Ext but received below RFE.
RFE:
"In order to be eligible for a 17-month extension of your employment authorization based on post completion optical practical training under the new science, technology , engineering and mathematics (STEM) rule, you must provide USCIS with evidence that the degree has been obtained. Please submit a copy of your degree or of your official school transcript to establish that the degree has been obtained."
I dont have a degree as my thesis is pending.I have official transcripts but they dont specify that i am graduated and shows i am currently registered for 1 credit for my thesis.
1.Can someone suggest how i can reply to the RFE?
2.Any suggestions for good lawyers?
Thanks,
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