Thanks a lot for posting valuable info. It was very helpful. I am a recent graduate myself and am still confused about few things regarding F-1/H-1 transition. My OPT started second week of May and lets say my H-1 gets approved for next October. My options, after my OPT expires next May, is to either leave the country or to extend my F-1. If I choose to extend my F-1, do I have to apply for a different degree program (e.g if I finished my undergrad, do I have to start Masters?) and at the same school? Is there's a way to continue working for the company sponsoring me for the visa during the extension period (through CPT etc.)?