Curry College

📍 Locations: Boston, MA

🔖 Day 1 CPT Programs: MBA

🎖 Accreditation: NECHE

🎱 Type: Private Non-Profit

💰 Program Tuition: $30,960

⏱️ Program Duration: 24 months

🚖 On-Site Visit: 1 weekend / Semester

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University Overview

Founded in 1879, Curry College upholds a tradition of excellence in education, emphasizing communication, critical thinking, and active citizenship. With a strong student-professor connection, we empower graduates to achieve their dreams. Rooted in the vision of founders Anna Baright Curry and Samuel Silas Curry, Curry College provides career-focused programs to its students, enriched by hands-on experiences. Learning extends beyond the classroom, preparing students to thrive in a dynamic world. Currently, only the MBA program at Curry College is available for international students to have CPT opportunities.

Accreditation

Curry College is accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education (NECHE) to award baccalaureate, masters, and doctorate degrees. Degree-granting institutions also may offer credentials such as certificates and diplomas at approved degree levels. The School of Business and Technology at Curry College has received specialized accreditation for its business programs through the International Accreditation Council for Business Education (IACBE).

Location

📍1071 Blue Hill Ave, Milton, MA 02186

Set in picture-perfect Milton, Massachusetts, Curry College’s 131-acre wooded main campus is  just seven miles from colorful, vibrant downtown Boston. Easily accessible from Routes 3, 93, 95 and 128, the campus offers ample parking. We foster a friendly, neighborly community of students, faculty and staff who support and uplift your safety, growth and well-being. Enjoy fabulous food in our dining halls or cafés, keep your body strong at the fitness facilities and enjoy times with new friends.

CPT Policies at Curry College

  • Curry College offers three semesters, 6 terms annually for its Day 1 CPT Programs: Fall, Spring, and Summer.
  • International students are required to enroll in a minimum of two courses per semester, which includes one online, one hybrid course.
  • Curry College authorizes CPT on a semester basis only, with the end date adjusted to align with the academic term for which you are applying.
  • There is flexibility in the application process, allowing students to apply for CPT in the middle of the semester.
  • The standard processing time for CPT at Curry College is ten business days from the date of application submission.
  • Students must have the proper work permission in the form of the CPT I-20 before starting employment.
  • The employment is specific to the employer and dates listed on the I-20 form. If students wish to change employers, a new CPT application must be submitted. Additionally, any changes in employment status must be reported to the DSO within ten days.
  • Maintaining good academic standing is crucial to remain eligible for CPT participation.
  • Curry College's courses use a hybrid model that includes one online course and one onsite course.
  • For F-1 students, onsite course attendance is mandatory; failure to attend may result in termination of F-1 student status.
  • The university requires students to participate in classes on campus once per semester (a weekend).
  • Residencies are held on the Milton Campus, and students will report to the Student Center to check in daily.
    1. 9AM-12PM Morning session Friday, Saturday, Sunday
    2. 12PM-2PM Lunch & speaker session Friday, Saturday, Sunday
    3. 2PM-5PM Afternoon session Friday, Saturday, SundayResidencies will take place once per term.

Curry College adheres to USCIS regulations to provide CPT authorization for eligible students. The internship/CPT experience is a crucial component of the applied MBA program, and participation is mandatory. CPT is authorized from the first day and continues throughout the two-year program without any breaks or interruptions.

Campbellsville University, in accordance with USCIS regulations, grants CPT work authorization to students. Typically, international students need to be enrolled for over a year before they can apply for CPT.

Due to program requirements, students in the MSITM and PMBA programs can apply for CPT authorization starting from their first semester and engage in either full-time or part-time work. The MSCS, MSCC, and MSDSAI programs allow students who have already obtained a Master's degree in the US to apply for CPT authorization from their first semester for either full-time or part-time work.

Students in these five programs can continuously apply for CPT during their studies without interruption. To utilize CPT, students need to enroll in the BA500 Graduate Management Externship Course (0 credits) every semester. CPT authorization needs to be renewed annually.

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Day 1 CPT Class Requirement

Campbellsville University's graduate program is divided into three semesters in a year: Fall, Spring, and Summer. Each semester is further divided into two terms. Students in the Day-1 CPT program register for 6 credits each semester, which includes one 3-credit hybrid course and one 3-credit online course.

The hybrid course lasts for 16 weeks (2 terms) and has an in-person session over one weekend (Friday, Saturday, and Sunday). Students who fail to attend will lose their F1 student status.

 

Tuition

  • Tuition Fee

Programs

Cost/Credit

Credits

Total tuition fees

Annual average tuition

MBA

$860

36

$30,960

$15,480

  •  Payment Plan
    • Payment plans is not generally available for international students, may be available if a student has a U.S. bank account.

Academic Calendar

Terms Application Deadline Semester Start Date CPT Start Date
Summer1 4/20/2025 5/20/2025 5/20/2025
Summer2 6/8/2025 7/8/2025 7/8/2025
Fall1 7/26/2025 8/26/2025 8/26/2025
Fall2 9/21/2025 10/21/2025 10/21/2025
Spring1 12/21/2025 1/21/2026 1/21/2026
Spring2 2/17/2026 3/17/2026 3/17/2026
Summer1 4/19/2026 5/19/2026 5/19/2026
Summer2 6/7/2026 7/7/2026 7/7/2026

 

  • Initial F1 Students: 3 months before the first day of the term. If you missed the deadline, please get in touch with us.
  • We are the official recruitment partner of Texas Wesleyan University; we can help you accelerate your application.

Day 1 CPT Programs at Curry College

Master of Business Administration (MBA) [STEM]

The Curry MBA is for the dreamers and achievers. For people who plan ahead—who don’t want to wait to get where they’re going. With rolling, 8-week entry points, you can start your MBA when the time is right for you. Receive one-on-one professor instruction and endless support, and let your new resumé take you where you want to go. Receiving your MBA from Curry means becoming part of our alumni network, joining a connected community of over 20,000 like-minded (and many local) alums.

 

3 Certificate Tracks
  • Financial Analytics
  • Strategic Management 
  • Operations Analytics
Core Courses
  • MBA 7050: Financial Analytics for Managers
  • MBA 7100: Business Intelligence, Machine Learning and Predictive Analytics
  • MBA 7150: Managerial Accounting Analytics
  • MBA 7200: Strategic Corporate Finance
  • MBA 7250: Law, Ethics and Corporate Social Responsibility
  • MBA 7300: Marketing Metrics and Analytics
  • MBA 7350: Global Business Policy and Strategy
  • MBA 7400: Operations Management and Data Science
  • MBA 7450: Supply Chain Integration and Analytics
  • MBA 7500: Project Management and Analytics
  • MBA 7900: Experiential Learning (Internship, Externship or Capstone)

 

Application to Curry College

1. Start the Application: Fill out the form below.

2. Upload personal application information, including: 

  • Transcript (GPA above 2.5)
  • Resume
  • Passport
  • 2 Recommendation Letters
  • Current F1 Visa and i-20 (if have)
  • English language proficiency demonstrated by at least a 6.0 IELTS or 100 Duolingo

The processing of an application typically takes 2-3 weeks; contact us in urgent cases for expedited processing, which can reduce the processing time to 1-3 days.

After Enrollment - CPT Application

Students can submit their CPT application at any time after receiving their admission. Application materials include:

  • Paid admission deposit (non-refundable).
  • The student has completed registration.
  • The student's SEVIS record has been released to Curry College.

FAQ - Day 1 CPT at Curry College

How many terms are offered each year?
  • Six terms with start dates in:
    • September
    • October
    • January
    • March
    • May 
    • July
What is the residency structure, and where are residency sessions held?
  • Residencies are held on the Milton Campus, and students will report to the Student Center to check in daily.
  • Residencies will take place once per term:
    1. 9AM-12PM Morning session Friday, Saturday, Sunday
    2. 12PM-2PM Lunch & speaker session Friday, Saturday, Sunday
    3. 2PM-5PM Afternoon session Friday, Saturday, Sunday
Does the university support students in securing internships or career support?

Students must have secured an internship prior to program enrollment.

Who is the point of contact for follow-up regarding CPT applications and program inquiries?
Michelle Bracken, AVP/Dean of Admissions: mbracken@curry.edu

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