Best Accredited Day 1 CPT Universities in the U.S.

by D1CU - Shengnan on Sep 15, 2025

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“Day 1 CPT Universities” are educational institutions offering programs that support Curricular Practical Training (CPT) authorization from the first day of the academic program. These universities provide career-oriented programs that consider CPT an essential part of their curriculums. By enrolling in a Day 1 CPT school, international students are able to continue their professional and educational development in the United States in a legal way.

Location	Universities	Campus	Avg. Annual Tuition	On-Site Frequency
West Coast	Westcliff University	Irvine, CA	$13-20k	1 / semester
West Coast	CIAM	Alhambra, CA	$13k	2 / semester
East Coast	Monroe University	New Rochelle, NY	$12k	1 / month
	New England College	Henniker, NH	$9k	1 / semester
	McDaniel College	Westminster, MD	$10k	1 / semester
	University of the Potomac	Washington, D.C.; Falls Church, VA	$11k	1 / two weeks
	North Carolina Wesleyan University	Rocky Mount, NC	$8-9k	1 / semester
	Goldey-Beacom College	Wilmington, DE	$11k	2 / semester
	Washington University of Science and Technology	Washington, D.C.	$11k	3 / semester
	Curry College	Milton, MA	$15k	1 / semester
Midwest	National Louis University	Chicago, IL	$15-18k	1 / semester
	Ottawa University	Ottawa, KS; Surprise, AZ; Brookfield, WI	$16k	1-2 / semester
	Indiana Wesleyan University	Merrillville, IN	$9-10k	1 / semester
South	Dallas Baptist University	Dallas, TX	$22-25k	1 / two weeks
	National Louis University	Tampa, FL	$15-18k	1 / semester
	Tennessee Wesleyan University	Knoxville, TN	$9-12K	1 / semester
	Texas Wesleyan University	Fort Worth, TX	$15K	1 / semester
	Westcliff University	Dallas TX; Miami, FL; Orlando, FL	$14-15k	1 / semester

Enrolling in a Day 1 CPT university is a great option for you if you are:

(1) an F-1 student whose OPT is about to expire;

(2) an H-1B visa holder who was laid off and is facing challenges in finding new employment;

(3) an F-1 student who needs an urgent transfer;

(4) an F-1 student whose OPT application was denied;

or (5) an H-4/F-2/B/L/J visa holder who aims to work while studying in the U.S.

Choosing a suitable Day 1 CPT school and program can significantly reduce the risks you might encounter in future immigration applications. When choosing a Day 1 CPT school and program, it is important to consider factors such as location, program, tuition fees, on-site frequency, and enrollment windows.

However, the importance of each factor may vary based on individual circumstances. If you need a personalized assessment for matching you with a suitable Day 1 CPT school and program, book a free consultation with us. Our experienced consultants will reach out to you within 2 business days.

Topics: Day 1 CPT