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Example University

Northbridge Student Portal

An anonymized example of a customized university page for international students

Example University Student Community

This is the kind of university-specific portal Northbridge can build to share updates, surface resources, and guide international students through OPT and career readiness.

University Message Board

Important updates and announcements for international students

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Welcome to Northbridge for Example University Students

Northbridge TeamAug 12, 2026
Welcome! This page shows how Northbridge can give international students a university-specific space for updates, OPT guidance, and trusted career support. Northbridge supports your university teams — it does not replace your international office or career center.

Career fair prep for international students

Career SupportAug 18, 2026
Use this space to share event reminders, employer guidance, and practical advice on how to talk about OPT clearly and confidently during recruiting conversations.

OPT application timing reminder

International Office SupportAug 22, 2026
This portal can highlight university-specific reminders around application timing, required documents, and who students should contact for case-specific immigration questions.

University Resources

International Office

General immigration advising and case-specific support

OPT & STEM OPT Information

Policies, deadlines, and work authorization guidance

Contact Your DSO

For school-specific immigration questions and approvals

Career Services

Resume help, interviews, and employer preparation

I-20 Travel Signature

Example reminder

45days remaining

A custom university page can surface travel reminders and point students back to the right school office before they travel internationally.

Before traveling internationally, check:

  • Valid passport
  • Valid visa
  • Valid I-20 travel signature
  • EAD card if on OPT
  • Job offer letter if relevant

OPT Timeline

Application Window

F-1 OPT timing

90 days before

Students can begin applying.

60 days after

Application deadline after program end.

Earliest Apply Date

Countdown example

33

days until a student can apply

University-specific dates should always be verified with the DSO.

Northbridge supports a university's students but does not replace school policies or advising.
For case-specific immigration questions, students should always contact their Designated School Official.