McDaniel College

🧭 Day 1 CPT Policy at McDaniel College

CPT may be authorized when an internship is a requirement of the degree program (i.e., all students in the program must complete the internship to obtain the degree). CPT can be authorized for full-time employment or part-time employment, but please note that if 12 months or more of full-time CPT is used, a student forfeits his or her OPT eligibility. Proof of course enrollment for this type of CPT is not required. Follow the application procedures to request CPT based on degree requirements. Authorization is granted on a per academic year basis.

The MS Data Analytics program matches the above criteria. This means that international students enrolled in this program will be eligible for CPT authorization and must work in a field related to their studies to satisfy the degree requirements of the program. In order to ensure that the selected internship/practical training experience is appropriate, all CPT must be approved both by an academic advisor and a Designated School Official (DSO).

Eligibility

• All Day 1 CPT applicants must maintain a valid F‑1 status and have a related job offer at the time of application.
• For initial students, CPT is available starting from the first day of the program, but only if the job directly relates to their field of study.
• COS students are also eligible for Day 1 CPT. But students who need to restate their F‑1 status via SEVIS reinstatement are not eligible for CPT.

How to apply for CPT authorization at McDaniel College?

A student must complete and sign the CPT Application and provide the following to both the student’s academic advisor and the international student advisor for approval: 

• A completed and signed Cooperative Agreement from the employer, along with one of the following
• • A current, official signed offer letter from the employer to the student on company letterhead that contains a detailed job description;
  • Or a current, dated, detailed job description on company letterhead listing the job title and responsibilities for the CPT position

Contact the Office of Graduate Admissions with questions and for the specific forms and details on the approval process.

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

🏫 Day 1 CPT Programs at McDaniel College

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

In each semester, international students must register for at least 2 courses (6 credits; including one online course and one hybrid course). Students may take one semester off after three consecutive semesters.

Onsite Frequency

Once per semester, for on-site sessions of hybrid courses, these will take place on weekends (Friday to Sunday).

If you apply through us, you will get a $50 enrollment credit from us!

💳 Tuition & Scholarships at McDaniel College

MSDA Tuition

• Credit hours are billed at $700/credit
• Total Semester Estimate: $3,500 (6 credits)
• Total Annual Estimate: $12,600 (3 semesters)
• Total Program Estimate: $21,000 (30 credits)

Other Fees

• Enrollment Deposit (Applies to Tuition): None
• One Time Fee: $208
• I-20 Fee: None
• Recurrent Fees: $412 /Semester

If you have more questions about tuition for the MSDA program at McDaniel College, please contact us immediately!

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