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McDaniel College
McDaniel College is a U.S. private non-profit university. It offers Day 1 CPT programs the east coast of America.
Programs
Day 1 CPT Programs
McDaniel College offers MS Data Analytics program which support Day 1 CPT. It allows you to start your work at the first day of class.
University Overview
Founded in 1867, McDaniel College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and is a nationally recognized institution of higher education.
McDaniel's tuition is very affordable, and the quality of education is nationally known, and the programs are highly practical.
McDaniel College advocates small class sizes and high-quality teaching, with a student-to-faculty ratio of 12:1 and an average class size of 15 students.
Accreditation
McDaniel College's accreditation was reaffirmed by MSCHE on November 6, 2023, following an extensive self-study process. McDaniel College has been accredited by MSCHE since 1922.
- Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE)
McDaniel College has been ranked:
- #1 U.S. News Most Valuable Colleges in the North
- #31 U.S. News Top Northern Colleges and Universities
- #381 Princeton Reference Best College in the Nation
- #1 Ed Smart Top 25 Best Colleges in Maryland
McDaniel Day 1 CPT Quick Guide
Location
- Westminister, MD
School Type
- Non-Profit
On-Site Frequency
- 1/Semester
Annual Tuition
- $8,500 - $11,000
Program Duration
- 2 - 2.5 years
Day 1 CPT Programs
- MSDA (STEM)
McDaniel College has a total of 19 graduate degree programs, of which the Data Analytics Master's program offers the Day 1 CPT.
CPT may be authorized when an internship is a requirement of the degree program (i.e., all students in the program must complete the internship to obtain the degree). CPT can be authorized for full-time employment or part-time employment, but please note that if 12 months or more of full-time CPT is used, a student forfeits his or her OPT eligibility. Proof of course enrollment for this type of CPT is not required. Follow the application procedures to request CPT based on Degree Requirement. Authorization is granted on an academic year basis. (Eligible Programs: The Master’s in Data Analytics fits this eligibility category.)
This means that international students enrolled in this program must work in a field related to their study to satisfy the degree requirements of the program. In order to ensure that the selected internship/practical training experience is appropriate, all CPT must be approved both by an academic advisor and a Designated School Official (“DSO”).
A student must complete and sign the CPT Application and provide the following to both the student’s academic advisor and your international student advisor for approval:
A completed and signed Cooperative Agreement from the employer, along with the following:
1. A current, official signed offer letter from the employer to the student on company letterhead that contains a detailed job description.
2. A current, dated detailed job description on company letterhead listing the job title and responsibilities for the CPT position.
Applicants for admission should contact the Office of Graduate Admissions with questions and for the specific forms and details of the approval process.
There are 3 semesters in a year for Day 1 CPT Programs at McDaniel College: Fall, Spring and Summer.
In each semester, international students must register at least 2 courses (6 credits; including one online course and one hybrid course). Students may take one semester off after three consecutive semesters.
Onsite frequency: The hybrid course includes three days of onsite instruction each semester.
Day 1 CPT Program - MS in Data Analytics [STEM]
The MS Data Analytics requires 30 credits, with 6 credits (2 courses) per semester, to be completed in 5 semesters (with a sabbatical semester, which takes an average of 24 months).
ANA 500 - Foundations of Data Analytics
ANA 505 - Data Mining: Algorithms and Applications
ANA 510 - Statistical Methods for Data Science and Analytics
ANA 515 - Fundamentals of Data Storage, Cleaning and Retrieval
ANA 522 - Fundamentals of Programming in Python
ANA 525 - Qualitative Methods
ANA 530 - Quantitative Reporting and Modeling
ANA 535 - Forecasting and Proscriptive Methods
ANA 540 - Advanced Data Analytics
In addition, students will be required to choose one of the following two courses:
ANA 544 - Independent Study in Data Analytics
ANA 555 - Practicum in Applied Analytics, Data Communication & Ethics
All programs require students to participate actively in CPT.
F1 students must take one 0-credit experiential internship course per semester, which will be structured in collaboration with the student and the instructor.
Tuition & Scholarships
Graduate credit hours are billed at $689 per credit
- 30 total credits
- Students are registered for two 3-credit courses or 6 credits per semester.
- Semester Tuition: $4,158 (6 regular credits)
- Annual Tuition:$10,395
- Total Program Estimate: $20,790
Other Fees:
- $105 Administrative Fee (per semester)
- $204 Practicum Fee (per practicum)
- $208 Residency Fee (for hybrid delivery model only) (per semester)
- Required for International Students
- No Extra Fee for CPT!
Application
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Requirements
- Bachelor's degree and a GPA of 3.0 or higher.
- Strong mathematical skills, with a course in statistics required. Having taken calculus is a plus.
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English scores (The English requirements can be waived if you hold a U.S. degree):
- TOEFL 80+
- IELTS 6.0+
- Duolingo 110+
If you have not met the above requirements, you can contact day1cpt.org, we will reach out to the admissions officers directly and request that the requirements be met through other methods.
To apply:
1. Submit an application online: After submission, you will receive an email within 1 business day containing the link to the program's application system and more information about the program.
2. Materials required to submit an application: Follow the email guidelines to complete the online application form
- All academic transcripts (overseas transcripts need to be certified by WES or ECE transcript)
- Resume
- A letter of professional or academic recommendation
- A copy of your current visa
- A copy of passport with photo
- Bank Statement: $25,000
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MS Data Analytics
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For the Fall 2023 semester, the tuition fee is $689 per credit. The program spans over 2 years and consists of 30 credits. The total tuition fee for the program is $20,670. If you take a sabbatical for one semester and opt for full-time CPT, the cost per semester would be around $4,134. On average, the annual tuition fee is $10,335.
- $105 Administrative Fee (per semester)
- $200 Practicum Fee (per practicum)
- $204 Residency Fee (for hybrid delivery model only) (per semester)
- Required for International Students
- No Extra Fee for CPT!
Onsite classes are held once per semester and last for three days.
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