Scholarships and Payment Plans
For Day 1 CPT Universities
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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.
Universities with Payment Plans
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Universities with Scholarships
Westcliff University |
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Type: Private Regional Accreditation: WSCUC Day 1 CPT Campus: Irvine, LA, San Francisco, CA; Miami and Orlando, FL; Dallas, TX |
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🌟 Scholarships Opportunities at Westcliff University - up to $10,000/year❗️We will help you with those scholarship application if you apply through us. Distinguished Scholarships — up to $10,000/year
Scholarships for Outstanding Achievement Recognition (SOAR) — up to $5,000/year
Building Leaders for Equity, Inclusion, and Diversity (BLEND) Scholarships — up to $2,500
Warrior Scholarships — $2,500
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Monroe College |
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Type: Private Regional Accreditation: MSCHE Day 1 CPT Campus: New Rochelle, NY |
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🌟 Scholarships Opportunities at Monroe College❗️We will help you with those scholarship applications if you apply through us. Students Who Already Earned a Graduate Degree in the US are Eligible for Discounted Tuition.
Graduate International Student Scholarship (INTS) - $1,000-$3,000
Mayor's Graduate Scholarship Program (MGSP) - 50% Tuition Off
Graduate Articulation Agreement Scholarship (MART) - $1,000-3,000
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Sofia University |
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Type: Private Regional Accreditation: WSCUC Day 1 CPT Campus: Palo Alto, CA & Costa Mesa, CA |
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🌟 Scholarships Opportunities at Sofia University❗️We will help you with those scholarship application if you apply through us.
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California Institute of Advanced Management |
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Type: Private Regional Accreditation: WSCUC Day 1 CPT Campus: Alhambra, CA |
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🌟 Scholarships Opportunities at CIAM❗️We will help you with those scholarship applications if you apply through us.
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Note: All the information above is time sensitive. We recommend contacting professional lawyers or the school DSO before making any decisions. None of the information in this article is intended to provide legal advice.
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