thanks for all the replies. i was just wondering HOW the USCIS will ever find out that i worked during the gap? i am not on the payroll for this gap period, and the employer is willing to give me a seperate 'misc expenses' check after October. so unless they come to 'chapa maring' my office, there is no way the govmt can know, or will they? i didnt think it was a big deal untill i read all the replies. and that 1% chance of getting rejected is a scary thought. i think its too late to get into a school right now. hope i am not screwed. keep the suggestions flowing.