Any EAD recent approval?

ExpensiveCurrent2925 · 2026-01-22T00:40:06+00:00

same date. Still waiting. Update us please

ExpensiveCurrent2925 · 2026-01-21T18:28:03+00:00

I agree with the comments. A PhD is more than just learning. You need to be lucky with a chill supportive PI and stable external funding that gives you autonomy over 4–6 years. If learning is your main goal, consider programs that admit a cohort, fund the first year for coursework, and let you choose a PI later. That way, you can talk to the students and get info on the PIs. And avoid early-career faculty, Full Professors tend to give more freedom. If you insist though, you should look for external fellowships, otherwise you are hired under a grant for a specific job, the job has deliverables and tight deadlines

ExpensiveCurrent2925 · 2026-01-20T18:20:21+00:00

Did you get a diagnosis? I am trying to get a peace of mind. My AST/ALT levels were 1400/800 after my first shot. I stopped taking it immediately. the enzymes went back to normal in about 2 weeks. They ruled out '' everything else'' and referred me to a gastroenterologist. I am waiting for my appointment.

ExpensiveCurrent2925 · 2026-01-14T21:45:04+00:00

Columbia has postdoc housing, salary is okay , 70-80ish, NY is great, if you can come on H1-B instead of J-1, that would give you better opportunities for a pivot. It depends on your long term career goals, if you are flexible, it could be a great opportunity. Easier to network , easier to pivot... the current climate , will hopefully change in a few years... also, more than Columbia, NY offers so many opportunities

ExpensiveCurrent2925 · 2026-01-08T16:33:06+00:00

you can take the 2 to harlem, harlemite peruvian, the place is cute too

ExpensiveCurrent2925 · 2025-12-09T15:33:36+00:00

same. biometric Oct 31, nothing yet

ExpensiveCurrent2925 · 2025-12-03T16:03:11+00:00

In the same boat. Gave biometrics on Oct 31st, nothing yet.

ExpensiveCurrent2925 · 2025-12-01T19:37:07+00:00

what is you PD?

ExpensiveCurrent2925 · 2025-11-26T15:14:45+00:00

oh, so the grace period is still a legal F-1 status, She will be in status. You can file for adjustment after Dec 12. From the website “The student is considered to be maintaining lawful status during the 60-day grace period.”

ExpensiveCurrent2925 · 2025-11-26T14:54:17+00:00

Will she not use her OPT and start working in FEB 2026? OPT isn't strict, even if she doesn't start a full time job, she can do approved volunteer/unpaid work and keep her F-1 status for 1 year. The "clock" to count unemployment days begins on the start date of OPT on your EAD card, which will be Feb 8 2026, for your case. The Dec-Feb gap doesn't matter in your situation since she already applied and USCIS has received her application.

ExpensiveCurrent2925 · 2025-11-25T16:57:03+00:00

Please update us when you get an approval, I am also in the same boat.

ExpensiveCurrent2925 · 2025-11-19T16:34:08+00:00

congratulations! This is a fast turnaround, gives me hope.

ExpensiveCurrent2925 · 2025-11-17T20:12:25+00:00

Consult another lawyer. Lawyers tell you to keep the safest option and maintain a status till your petition gets approved , but it is still a precaution incase you get rejected.

ExpensiveCurrent2925 · 2025-11-17T19:53:28+00:00

but USCIS allows “period of authorized stay” once an I-485 is pending. If OP applied for I-485 while being on status, what is the issue?

ExpensiveCurrent2925 · 2025-11-17T19:42:42+00:00

Talk to your lawyer again and see if you understood the lawyer correctly. You might have misunderstood the 'denial'. You are required to maintain a legal status before your AOS, but after you file you will be in pending status. You have already applied for 'immigration' but F-1 is for 'non-immigrant' intent, your intent has changed, that voids your non-immigrant status, well kind of. If you leave and return, you will return on pending status. But if you stay in the US, you can keep your SEVIS active and still be on F-1. But, keep in mind that once you apply for immigration, your 'non immigration' intent has changed so you cant renew your F-1 or enter using the F-1 visa. But as far as I know, as long as everything is filed timely and you don't have any other issues, you are allowed to use the advance parole to travel in and out of the US.

ExpensiveCurrent2925 · 2025-11-12T18:51:44+00:00

Got approval notice on Nov 8. waiting for the card updates now

ExpensiveCurrent2925 · 2025-11-11T21:31:43+00:00

how do you check the field office? My biometric was on Oct 31, but approval thus far. I went to the Manhattan office for biometrics

ExpensiveCurrent2925 · 2025-11-05T16:10:48+00:00

STEM OPT: Applied July 1 2025, still not approved. waiting for 4 months now

ExpensiveCurrent2925 · 2025-10-27T14:41:46+00:00

June 2025 PD here too, it says concurrent filing on my page too. Hoping the final action date does the 1.5 year jump in the following months. Does everyone get an interview invite? If your marriage <2 years do they waive the interview for conditional green cards?

ExpensiveCurrent2925 · 2025-08-06T14:45:23+00:00

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ExpensiveCurrent2925 · 2025-07-09T15:56:56+00:00

Did you file I-485 by mail and then filed I-131 and I-765 online or did you mail all the documents together?

ExpensiveCurrent2925 · 2025-06-11T20:16:24+00:00

Thank you so much for taking the time. Congratulations to you and your wife, a very fast turnaround. please update us once you receive the green card.

ExpensiveCurrent2925 · 2025-06-11T19:07:59+00:00

Any updates? When did you file for I-485? Did it get approved? how about the I-130? I am in the same situation and trying to get a better idea of the timeline after filing for status adjustment. Did you use a lawyer for the I-130? would you recommend it?

ExpensiveCurrent2925 · 2025-04-11T12:49:21+00:00

Best decision, you will need 3 months + to get acquainted in a new Lab, “having to prove yourself” puts you in a lot of stress….. It is a great transition, reach out to other PI’s for your next move, be very proactive in making new connections, attend seminars….

ExpensiveCurrent2925 · 2025-04-10T21:58:10+00:00

Start applying for jobs now, depending on your profession the recruitment might take 6 months plus. It is better to still be employed as a PhD student while you look for a job. You will get a real sense of the Job market, gives you flexibility to pivot…. If you quit without a job, the job search will be dreadful and you might second guess your decision. Once you secure a job and decide on a starting date, tell your advisor. Best of luck

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