Dallas Baptist University

Reminder

The term “Day 1 CPT universities” generally refers to institutions that allow eligible students to apply for Curricular Practical Training (CPT) beginning in their first semester of study, provided that the program includes an integrated practical component. While some schools may support early CPT access, approval is not guaranteed on the first day and depends on the timely and accurate submission of required documentation. CPT authorization typically takes 5 to 15 business days after the complete application is submitted and reviewed.

Founded in 1898 in Decatur, Texas, Dallas Baptist University (DBU) moved to Dallas in 1965 following an invitation from the Dallas Baptist Association. The original campus, donated by John Stemmons, Roland Pelt, and associates, has grown from its initial acreage to 368 acres through various donations, including a significant contribution from the Louis Hexter family in 1994. DBU transitioned from a junior college to a senior college in 1968, started awarding four-year bachelor's degrees in 1970, and became Dallas Baptist University in 1985, now comprising the College of Arts and Sciences, the Mary C. Crowley College of Christian Faith, the Dorothy M. Bush College of Education, and the College of Business.

Intakes: 3 per year

Jan / Jun / Aug

Tuition: from $24,858 / year

Monthly payment available

Onsite Campus:

Dallas, TX

Onsite Frequency:

Weekly format

🧭 Day 1 CPT Policy at Dallas Baptist University

Dallas Baptist University (DBU) grants CPT work authorization to international students in accordance with USCIS regulations. If the conditions are met, international students may receive CPT to work from the first day of enrollment.

If you are applying for an F1 visa for the first time when you are physically outside of the US, or transferring from another status (e.g. H1B, H4, B1, L2, etc.) to F1 status, only MS Information Technology Management - Professional Track currently supports Day-1 CPT. Students in other programs need to wait until their third semester before they can start using CPT.

If you are an F-1 student transferring to DBU from another school or still under OPT, you can apply for CPT from the first semester and renew it every semester. This way, you can work with CPT authorization without gaps during the program.

How to get CPT approval and authorization:

Since most of the DBU master programs require a work placement/internship enrollment, CPT will be approved and then authorized by your DSO for eligible experiences tied directly to your program of study.

Please be reminded that any prior work authorization (if you had it) ends with your SEVIS record transfer date if you are Transferring to DBU.

Students are not authorized to work again until they receive DBU’s I-20 with a CPT authorization on page 2. Always remember to safeguard your status: Unauthorized work will jeopardize your SEVIS record, your status, and future applications, such as for H1Bs.

Your DBU DSO will process your request and send you an I-20 documenting your CPT authorization upon approval.

If you have more questions about Day 1 CPT at DBU, please contact us immediately!

There are 3 semesters in a year for Day 1 CPT Programs at Dallas Baptist University: Spring, Summer, and Fall.

For DBU’s three semesters, international students must take 9 credits (3 courses, including a 3-credit internship course) in the Fall and Spring semesters, and can only take a 3-credit internship course in the Summer semester.

Onsite frequency: DBU's classes adopt a hybrid format, and most require attendance once every 1-2 weeks. The majority of on-site sessions are in the evenings or on weekends.

If you apply through us, you will get a $100 enrollment credit from us.

💳 Tuition & Scholarships at Dallas Baptist University

STEM Master of Business Administration (STEM MBA) Tuition

Graduate credit hours are billed at $1,381/credit hour

Total Semester Estimate: $8,286
Total Annual Estimate: $24,858 (3 semesters)
Total Program Estimate: $49,716 (6 semesters; 36 credits)

Master of Science in Information Technology and Management Tuition

Graduate credit hours are billed at $1,381/credit hour

Total Semester Estimate: $8,286
Total Annual Estimate: $24,858 (3 semesters)
Total Program Estimate: $49,716 (6 semesters; 36 credits)

The above estimates don't include a 3-credit CPT internship course each semester.

If you have more questions about Tuition at DBU, please contact us immediately!

Scholarship

The only scholarships available to international graduate students at DBU are the BGCT Ministerial Grant and Church Match, which are under $5,000 and are religion-related.

Contact us for help securing scholarships for Dallas Baptist University!

📅 Important Dates at Dallas Baptist University

Program Start Dates

Spring 2025
1/21/2025

Summer 2025
6/2/2025

Fall 2025
8/25/2025

Every semester is open for enrollment (3 enrollment windows in an academic year).

Application Deadline:

F1 transfer students (F1/OPT/CPT): 6 weeks before the first day of the term.

Others: 3 months before the first day of the term.

(If you missed the deadline, please contact us. As the official recruitment partner of Dallas Baptist University, we can help you accelerate your application.)

For new F-1 students, only the
Master of Science in Information Technology and Management program offers CPT authorization from day 1.

For transfer F-1 or students still under OPT, the following programs offer CPT authorization from day 1:

STEM MBA
MS Information Technology and Management
MS Accounting
MS Finance
MS Management
MS Organizational Change and Project Management
MS Supply Chain Management
MS Education
MA Management
MS International Studies

The following Day 1 CPT programs at Dallas Baptist University is STEM-certified:

MS Information Technology and Management
MS Finance
MS Management
MS Organizational Change and Project Management
MS Supply Chain Management

Eligible students can look forward to an extended OPT period, lasting up to 36 months, post-graduation.

Please note that only the MS Information Technology and Management program offers CPT authorization for new F1 students. The other programs only offer CPT authorization from day 1 for transfer F1 students or students under OPT.

Students are required to attend on-site sessions once every 1-2 weeks. The majority of on-site sessions are in the evenings or on weekends.

The only scholarships available to international graduate students at DBU are the BGCT Ministerial Grant and Church Match, which are under $5,000 and are religion-related.

Yes, students can apply to Dallas Baptist University without a job offer, but will only become eligible for CPT authorization after a job offer is received.