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Reminder
The term “Day 1 CPT universities” generally refers to institutions that allow eligible international 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.
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- New England College
New England College (NEC) is a private liberal arts college located in Henniker, New Hampshire. Founded in 1946, NEC offers a wide range of undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs, with strengths in business, education, arts, sciences, and technology. The college is known for its small class sizes, personalized attention, and a strong emphasis on experiential learning. Its scenic campus along the Contoocook River provides a vibrant, close-knit community that fosters academic excellence and personal growth.
Type:
Private Non-Profit
Regional Accreditation:
New England Commission of Higher Education (NECHE)
US News Ranking:
#150-164 in Regional Universities North
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🧭 CPT Policy at NEC
New England College offers executive master programs and has helped international students from over 25 countries achieve their graduate degrees. Executive programs are designed with working professionals in mind. They believe applied academics should be tied to the professions, and professions can benefit from practitioners with advanced degrees. The programs are delivered in a hybrid format in which international students complete the program in six semesters (three semesters each year), with online work during the semester and a three-day campus residency each semester.
How to get CPT approval and authorization:
Since all NEC executive master programs require a work placement/internship enrollment from the beginning of the program, CPT will be approved and authorized by your DSO for eligible experiences related directly to your program of study, so that international students may work immediately from the beginning of your program.
Please be reminded that any prior work authorization (if you had it) ends with your SEVIS record transfer date if you are transferring to NEC.
Students are not authorized to work again until they receive NEC’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.
To be approved and then authorized for your required Internship and CPT, you will complete an EAF (Employment Authorization Form) which will be provided with your Acceptance materials along with the Next Steps documents.
Your NEC DSO will process your request and send you an I-20 documenting your CPT authorization.
If you have more questions about CPT at NEC, please contact us immediately!
There are 3 semesters in a year for CPT Programs at New England College: Fall, Spring and Summer.
The New England College master program has two date options for each semester (Term I or Term II), and students choose one each semester.
Typical timeline to apply is one month before the start date of the school year. We are an official admissions partner of NEC. If you miss the application deadline, you can contact us for an expedited application and get your I-20 within 3 days.
Onsite Frequency
Students need to do online work during the semester and a three-day campus residency each semester.
Onsite attendance is mandatory, and failure to attend may result in termination of F-1 student status.
If you apply through us, you will get a $100 enrollment credit from us.
💳 Tuition & Scholarships at NEC
Executive MBA / Executive MS IT & Project Management Tuition
- Graduate credit hours are billed at $485/credit hour
- Total Semester Estimate: $3,233
- Total Annual Estimate: $9,700 (3 semesters)
- Total Program Estimate: $19,400 (6 semesters, 40 credits in total)
Executive MS Data Analytics / Executive MS IT & Cybersecurity Tuition
- Graduate credit hours are billed at $485/credit hour
- Total Semester Estimate: $2,910
- Total Annual Estimate: $10,476 (3 semesters)
- Total Program Estimate: $17,460 (6 semesters, 36 credits in total)
Executive MS Health Informatics
- Graduate credit hours are billed at $485/credit hour
- Total Semester Estimate: $2,910
- Total Annual Estimate: $10,476 (3 semesters)
- Total Program Estimate: $17,460 (6 semesters, 36 credits in total)
Other Fees
- Enrollment Deposit (Applies to Tuition): None
- One Time Fee: None
- I-20 Fee: None
- Recurrent Fees: $340/Semester
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📅 Important Dates at New England College
Program Start Dates
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Summer I 2027 Summer II 2026 |
Fall I 2026 Fall II 2026 |
Spring I 2027 Spring II 2027 |
Every term is open for enrollment (6 enrollment windows in an academic year).
Application Deadline:
F1 transfer students (F1/OPT/CPT): 4 weeks before the first day of the term.
Others: 3 months before the first day of the term.
(If you miss the deadline, please contact us. As the official recruitment partner of New England College, we can help you accelerate your application.)
Which CPT programs are STEM-certified at NEC?
All three of the Executive MS programs at NEC are STEM-certified:
- Executive MS, Project Management & IT
- Executive MS, Data Analytics
- Executive MS, Information Technology and Cybersecurity
Are multiple jobs on CPT allowed?
Yes, only one full-time job, but can do two part-time jobs.
Are semester breaks on CPT allowed?
You may take a term off after a full year of studies at NEC (3 terms) if you want to remain in F-1 status and remain in the US.
If you are willing to leave the US and temporarily lose F-1 status, you may take a term of Authorized Early Withdrawal (AEW) at any time. You will have 15 days to leave the US once AEW is authorized by your DSO.
When you are ready to return to study, you will work with your NEC DSO to reactivate your SEVIS record to Active.
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