“At least 11 of the 113 international students in the Class of 2006 were affected by the H-1B shortage, according to an e-mail survey conducted by OISS Assistant Director Monica Weeks. But that figure is probably an underestimate, as some affected graduates may not have received the e-mail or chosen to respond, she said. Weeks said one Yale alumnus estimated that at least 20 graduates had visa problems this year.

For the most part, companies were willing to work with students to find solutions to fill the 16 months between graduation and Oct. 1, 2007, when the next round of H-1B visas will take affect. Some graduates will remain in the United States temporarily by using “optional practical training” — up to 12 months of employment authorization provided by the international student visa. They may take time off before starting work or transfer abroad between the end of their OPT and next October.”

Foreign alums cope with visa troubles :: Yale Daily News

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