Ottawa University

🧭 CPT Policy at Ottawa University

F-1 students enrolled in Ottawa University’s EMBA or DBA programs must participate in Curricular Practical Training (CPT), which is the temporary authorization for practical training directly related to a student’s major field of study. CPT allows students to complete the executive practicum requirement of the EMBA and DBA programs.

International students at Ottawa University are required to maintain eligible CPT employment for the duration of their study at Ottawa University. CPT is requested and approved by the Executive Practicum instructor and authorized by the Ottawa University International Programs office in accordance with F-1 regulations. CPT may be part-time (20 hours or less per week) or full-time (more than 20 hours per week). Students are required under the terms of their degree to work no less than 5 hours per week. To remain eligible for Optional Practical Training (OPT), another type of work authorization for F-1 students, international students must have either part-time CPT or fewer than 12 months of full-time CPT.

NOTE: The U.S. Citizenship & Immigration Services (USCIS) defines employment as any type of service for which a benefit, including academic credit, is received. Therefore, even if a student will not be getting paid, s/he should obtain CPT authorization before commencing an internship, Co-Op, practicum or field placement.

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

🏫 CPT Programs at Ottawa University

There are 3 semesters in a year for Day 1 CPT Programs at Ottawa University: 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)

Onsite frequency: once a semester for EMBA and MSN; twice a semester for DBA, the onsite instruction of the hybrid course will take place on weekends (from Friday to Sunday).

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

💳 Tuition & Scholarships at Ottawa University

EMBA, MSCS, & MSN Tuition

Tuition of EMBA, MSCS, & MSN programs at Ottawa University are fixed per semester.

• Total Semester Estimate: $5,370
• Total Annual Estimate: $16,110 (3 semesters)
• Total Program Estimate: $32,2220 (6 semesters)

Semester tuition is due in full one week before the start of each semester.

No extra fee for CPT!

DBA Tuition

Tuition of doctorate programs at Ottawa University are fixed per semester.

• Total Semester Estimate: $5525
• Total Annual Estimate: $16,575 (3 semesters)
• Total Program Estimate: $49,725 (9 semesters) 

Semester tuition is due in full one week before the start of each semester.

No extra fee for CPT!

Scholarships

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