Ottawa University

01Overview

Ottawa University is a private, nonprofit institution founded in 1865, with its main campus in Ottawa, Kansas, and additional locations in Arizona and Wisconsin. With over 150 years of educational tradition, the university is committed to fostering academic excellence, personal growth, and ethical leadership. The institution is known for its flexible learning formats, small class sizes, and supportive faculty, making it an ideal choice for working adults and traditional students alike.

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02Programs

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03Terms and deadlines

04Tuition, fees and scholarships

Additional fees

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05Format and attendance

06CPT policy

Current F-1 and OPT students, overseas applicants, and change-of-status applicants may obtain CPT authorization from day one of the program. CPT must be renewed every year and is required for graduation. CPT is authorized for the duration of the two-year program with no gaps.

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
• Resume
• Passport
• Financial proof
• Recommendation letters
• Statement of purpose

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08Institution FAQs

Which graduate programs at Ottawa University offer Day 1 CPT?

Ottawa University offers Day 1 CPT through five hybrid graduate programs: the Executive MBA (STEM), Executive MBA (Non-STEM), Doctor of Business Administration, Master of Science in Nursing, and Master of Science in Computer Science.

What is the program format and on-campus requirement?

Programs are delivered in a hybrid format. International students must attend one onsite weekend per semester, typically with sessions on Friday from 1pm to 9pm, Saturday from 8am to 6pm, and Sunday from 8am to 1pm. The remaining coursework is completed online.

Where are Ottawa University's campuses located?

Ottawa University operates campuses in Ottawa, Kansas; Surprise, Arizona; and Brookfield, Wisconsin.

How long do these programs take to complete?

Master's programs are typically 24 months long, while the Doctor of Business Administration is 36 months. The average program duration across graduate offerings is 26 months.

When can CPT begin and how is it renewed?

Current F-1 and OPT students, overseas applicants, and change-of-status applicants may begin CPT from day one of the program. CPT authorization must be renewed every year and is required for graduation. CPT is authorized for the duration of the two-year program with no gaps.

Are these programs STEM-designated?

The Executive MBA (STEM) and the Master of Science in Computer Science are STEM-designated. The Executive MBA (Non-STEM), Doctor of Business Administration, and Master of Science in Nursing are not STEM-designated.