Day 1 CPT Institutions
Popular universities for integral CPT.
Graduate programs where practical training is an integral part of the curriculum. Always confirm accreditation and the CPT structure with the school's DSO before you transfer.
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HotWestcliff University
CACalifornia, Florida and Texas
Westcliff University, established in 1993 and accredited by WSCUC and ACBSP, offers programs in business, education, technology and engineering, and law. Flexible undergraduate and graduate degrees are available online or onsite at campuses in Southern California, Northern California, Florida and Texas, taught by faculty drawn from Google, Deloitte, Hyundai and other organizations.
MBA (Non-STEM)MBA (STEM)MS Computer ScienceMS Information TechnologyMS Engineering ManagementMA Teaching English to Speakers of Other LanguagesDoctor of Business Administration (STEM)Doctor of Education in Leadership, Curriculum, and InstructionBS Computer ScienceView university
HotSofia University
CAPalo Alto and Costa Mesa, California
Sofia University is a WSCUC-accredited private institution in Palo Alto and Costa Mesa, California. It offers small-class, career-focused graduate programs in business, technology and data analytics with flexible hybrid schedules and year-round enrollment.
MBAMBA - Data AnalyticsMS Computer ScienceDoctor of Business AdministrationView university
HotIndiana Wesleyan University
INIndiana and Texas
Indiana Wesleyan University (IWU) is the largest private university in Indiana. Founded in 1920 and serving nearly 14,000 students annually, IWU offers HLC-accredited hybrid graduate programs in business, analytics, IT and healthcare that combine online coursework with once-per-term onsite residencies.
MS Data AnalyticsMS Information Technology Project ManagementMS Computer Information Systems - Artificial IntelligenceMS Artificial Intelligence - Data AnalyticsMaster's in Management - Data AnalyticsMaster's in Management - Healthcare Administration SpecializationMaster's in Management - Healthcare Informatics SpecializationMaster's in Management - Information Technology SpecializationMaster of Business AdministrationMaster of Business Administration - Data AnalyticsMaster of Business Administration - IT ManagementDoctor of Business Administration (DBA) - Data Analytics SpecializationDoctor of Business Administration (DBA) - Healthcare Administration SpecializationDoctor of Business Administration (DBA) - Information Systems SpecializationDoctor of Business Administration (DBA) - Management SpecializationView university
Ottawa University
KSKansas, Arizona and Wisconsin
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.
Executive MBA (STEM)Executive MBA (Non-STEM)Doctor of Business AdministrationMaster of Science in NursingMaster of Science in Computer ScienceView universityNational Louis University
FLFlorida and Illinois
National Louis University, founded in 1886, is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC). With a long-standing commitment to accessible, career-focused education, the university has built a strong reputation for preparing students for real-world success. In 2023, National Louis University was ranked No. 30 among Best National Universities and No. 1 for Best Bang for the Buck (Midwest) by Washington Monthly, highlighting its academic quality and exceptional value.
MS Business Data AnalyticsMS Organizational LeadershipDoctorate of Business AdministrationView university
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