Hey guys: I am contemplating whether to graduate in August or December from my masters program. I am hearing that the H1 B qouta for this year has reached to its peak. Therefore, I don't know whether it is a good idea to graduate in August. I have couple of questions; When does the new year start for the new quota (I mean a new year for that purpose)? Which time is appropriate to graduate, August or December?? If this year's quota has exhausted and new qouta starts from January, I had better postpone my graduation until December. However, if the quota for this year is still remaining and the new quota starts from Sept or Oct, then I can even graduate in August. Please share your experience and knowledge. For Amriteeeeeeeeeee