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Avila University Arizona
Avila University Arizona is an additional location of Avila University, an HLC-accredited private institution. The Arizona site delivers hybrid MBA and MS Technology Management degrees in STEM and technology fields for working international students.
Day 1 CPT institutionArizona (additional location of Avila University)
Scholarship terms publish once the partnership is signed
- STEM-designated programs eligible for the H-1B master's cap exemption
- Bi-monthly weekend onsite residency, one session per two-month term
- Per-credit tuition of $508 with payment plans available
Application fee
Pending verification
No figure published without a calculation basis.
Avg. annual tuition
$9,144
Basis: cost_per_credit ($508) x 18 credits per academic year
Program duration
12 to 24 months
Basis: Published program length range for MBA and MS Technology Management
Avg. processing time
Pending verification
No figure published without a calculation basis.
CPT from overseas
CPT on change of status
Employment mandatory
01Overview
Avila University Arizona is an additional location of Avila University, an HLC-accredited private institution. The Arizona site delivers hybrid MBA and MS Technology Management degrees in STEM and technology fields for working international students.
We link the accreditor's own directory rather than the school's claim, so you can verify accreditation without leaving the trail we used.
02Programs
| Program | Level | STEM | Credits | Per credit | Total cost | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Master of Science in Technology Management: Business Analytics | Master's | Yes | 36 | $508 | $18,288 | One course may be waived when the applicant meets the field requirement, reducing required credits to 33. |
| Master of Science in Technology Management: Data Science | Master's | Yes | 36 | $508 | $18,288 | One course may be waived when the applicant meets the field requirement, reducing required credits to 33. |
| Master of Science in Technology Management: Artificial Intelligence | Master's | Yes | 36 | $508 | $18,288 | One course may be waived when the applicant meets the field requirement, reducing required credits to 33. |
| Master of Business Administration: Project Management | Master's | Yes | 36 | $508 | $18,288 | One course may be waived when the applicant meets the field requirement, reducing required credits to 33. |
| Master of Business Administration: Healthcare Administration | Master's | Yes | 36 | $508 | $18,288 | None stated |
Per-credit and total cost are computed from credits and total cost, never entered by hand. Programs that are not currently enrolling are removed from this table rather than listed as unavailable. Tuition conditions (for example, second-master's pricing) appear in the row they apply to.
03Terms and deadlines
| Term | Start date | F-1 transfer deadline | New F-1 deadline | Late transfer |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fall 1 2026 | 2026-08-31 | 2026-08-10 | 2026-08-10 | Late applications are reviewed case by case; contact the admissions office before the start date. |
| Fall 2 2026 | 2026-10-26 | 2026-10-05 | 2026-10-05 | Late applications are reviewed case by case; contact the admissions office before the start date. |
04Tuition, fees and scholarships
Additional fees
The full fee schedule (I-20 fee, recurring semester fees, CPT course fees) is not published yet. Beyond H1B sources every institution field from the school's admissions office, DSO or published catalog, so this section stays empty until it is verified and dated.
Scholarships
Scholarship amounts, fee waivers and processing times describe a commercial relationship. They publish only once the agreement with the institution is signed.
05Format and attendance
Annual travel burden: about 6 round trips a year, roughly $1,200 - $2,700 per year. Travel is often larger than the tuition gap between two schools, so we compute it rather than leaving you to.
06CPT policy
Current F-1 and OPT students, overseas applicants and change-of-status applicants may be authorized for CPT from day one of the program. CPT is renewed every term and requires employment verification from both the hiring manager and the academic advisor.
Integral CPT is only lawful when the employment is a required, credit-bearing part of your program of study, authorized on your I-20 by the DSO, and matched by continuous full-time enrollment. Twelve or more months of full-time CPT at one degree level removes OPT eligibility at that level.
07Admissions
- All academic transcripts
- Passport
- Financial proof
Where Beyond H1B can advocate for an exception (for example an English-test waiver), we describe it as advocacy. The decision belongs to the institution.
08Institution FAQs
- Does Avila University Arizona offer hybrid CPT programs?
- Yes. Programs are hybrid: coursework runs online with one mandatory onsite weekend residency per two-month term, and CPT is available from day one of the program for eligible applicants.
- How often does CPT need to be renewed?
- Every term. If the employer and job duties are unchanged, a renewal form is enough. Any change requires a new CPT application.
- Can students take a break during the program?
- MBA students may receive an I-20 of up to three years. After 18 consecutive credits, which is three semesters, students may request a one-semester break and can apply for CPT work authorization during the vacation period.
Last verified: 2026-08-15 · Owner: Beyond H1B editorial · Review cadence: Every academic term
Partnership status: none. Fee waivers, processing times and scholarship amounts stay empty until an agreement is signed.
Beyond H1B is not a law firm and does not provide legal advice. Program details change; confirm accreditation, curriculum and CPT policy directly with the institution and a licensed immigration attorney.
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