St. Francis College｜Affordable CPT Program in NYC

University Overview

St. Francis College (SFC) is a private Franciscan college located in the heart of Downtown Brooklyn, New York City. Established in 1859 by the Franciscan Brothers of Brooklyn, SFC holds the distinction of being the first private school founded within the Diocese of Brooklyn. Today, it operates as a small liberal arts college, offering a student-centered learning environment through 19 academic departments and over 70 undergraduate and graduate majors and minors.

Accreditation

St. Francis College, located in Brooklyn, NY, is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE). This is a regional accreditation, which is important for students who may want to transfer credits or pursue further education. Additionally, specific programs at St. Francis College have their own accreditations. For example, the nursing program is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE), and the education program is accredited by the Association for Advancing Quality in Educator Preparation (AAQEP), according to the college.

F-1 Students Must:
- Attend all required in-person sessions (residencies) on campus each semester (online-only attendance is not allowed).
- Maintain full-time enrollment and comply with the university’s requirement for a full course of study: Enroll in all semesters and sessions (Fall, Spring, and Summer).

St. Francis has 3 semesters per year — Fall, Spring, and Summer.
Typically, it takes 2 years to complete the program.

International students on CPT authorization may continue working during designated academic breaks provided they meet all conditions outlined in this policy and maintain compliance with federal immigration regulations.

To work during academic breaks, students must:

Hold valid F-1 visa status
Possess current CPT authorization from the Designated School Official (DSO)
Be enrolled in a degree program at Concordia University
Have registration for the subsequent academic term following the break
Maintain good academic standing as listed in the Academic Catalog

F1 students must attend St. Francis College for 3 days (continuouss weekend) per semester. The onsite day usually takes place on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays.

WUST offers a Hybrid learning format, with graduate programs designed to be completed in 20 months. However, if students need a break, they may take a leave of absence after completing three semesters. During this leave, students can still utilize CPT, potentially extending the program's total duration beyond 20 months.

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.

Day 1 CPT at Campbellsville University

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.

Academic Calendar

Terms	Semester Start Date	Earliest CPT Start Date
Fall1	9/4/2025	9/4/2025
Fall2	10/27/2025	10/27/2025
Spring1	1/21/2026	1/21/2026
Spring2	3/16/2026	3/16/2026
Summer1	5/18/2026	5/18/2026
Fall1	9/9/2026	9/9/2026
Fall2	11/1/2026	11/1/2026

Initial F1 Students: 3 months before the first day of the term. If you missed the deadline, please get in touch with us.

Day 1 CPT Programs at St. Francis

All the following programs include a required component for graduation, in which students are expected to participate actively.

MS Management

St. Francis College offers a Day 1 CPT-eligible Master of Science in Management program, which is housed under the Department of Management & Information Technology. This program is designed to allow international students to engage in Curricular Practical Training (CPT) starting from the first day of enrollment, making it a strategic choice for those looking to gain real-world experience while studying. The MS in Management program includes seven specialized tracks, enabling students to tailor their studies to specific career paths and industries.

Core Curriculum (21 Credits Total)

ACC 6650 – Accounting for Managers
BAN 6001 – Business Analytics for Managers
FIN 6001 – Corporate Finance
MGT 6001 – Organization and Strategy
MKT 6001 – Marketing for Managers
IT 6001 – Information Systems for Managers
MGT 6008 – Capstone Project

Concentrations (Choose One – 12 Credits)

Project Management [STEM]
- PM 6000 – Fundamentals of Project Management
- PM 6010 – Project Risk Management
- PM 6020 – Finance for Project Managers
- PM 6030 – Optimizing Project Management Teams
Information Technology Management
- PM 6000 – Fundamentals of Project Management
- IT 6002 – Systems Analysis and Design
- IT 6003 – Computer Networks and Security
- BAN 6300 – Emerging Issues of Technology in Analytics
Business Analytics
- PM 6000 – Fundamentals of Project Management
- BAN 6002 – Predictive Analytics
- BAN 6003 – Data Mining
- PM 6030 – Optimizing Project Management Teams
Digital Marketing [STEM]
- MKT 6002 – Fundamentals of Project Management
- MKT 6002 – Predictive Analytics
- MKT 6317 – Data Mining
- MKT-ELE – Special Topics in Digital Marketing
Health Care Management
- HC 6001 – U.S. Health Care Delivery and Markets
- HC 6002 – Leadership and Innovation in Health Care
- HC 6003 – Health Care Finance and Reimbursement
- HC 6004 – Special Topics in Health Care Management
Business Management
- PM 6000 – Fundamentals of Project Management
- PM 6030 – Optimizing Project Management Teams
- MGT 6003 – Organizational Development and Change Management
- MGT 6002 – Special Topics in Organizational Management
Social Innovation and Entrepreneurship
- ENT 6770 – Foundations of Social Innovation and Entrepreneurship
- ENT 6771 – Social Change through Impact and Mission-Driven Businesses
- ENT 6772 – Social Value: Creation, Funding, and Measurement
- ENT-ELE – Special Topics in Social Innovation and Entrepreneurship

Application to St Francis College

Before Enrollment

1. Contact us: https://day1cpt.org/consultation

2. Prepare required documents

Passport Page (with photo and personal details)
U.S. Visa Page
Resume (CV)
Undergraduate and/or Graduate Transcripts
Degree Certificate (Bachelor’s and/or Master’s)
Proof of Funds
- Must show a balance of at least $30,000 USD
- Issued within the past 3 months
- Only one document required (bank statement, affidavit of support, etc.)
Personal Statement
Letters of Recommendation (2 required)
Current I-20 (if you are already in the U.S. on an F-1 visa)
Most Recent I-94 Record (download from https://i94.cbp.dhs.gov)
SFC I-20 Application Form (provided by the school)
English Language Proficiency Score (waivable if applicable)

If you miss the window and wish to catch up, you may consider our expedited enrollment service. For details, leave us a message regarding your situation, and our consultants are on their way to help!

After Enrollment - CPT Application

After a student receives an offer and confirms enrollment, they will get an official email from the school titled "CPT Application." By following the instructions in that email, they can submit their CPT request and typically receive their CPT I-20 within 1–2 business days.

FAQ - Day 1 CPT at McDaniel College

MS Data Analytics

For the Fall 2024 semester, the tuition fee is $693 per credit. The program spans over 2 years and consists of 30 credits. The total tuition fee for the program is $20,790. If you take a sabbatical for one semester and opt for full-time CPT, the cost per semester would be around $4,158. On average, the annual tuition fee is $10,395.

$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.

🚨Disclaimer: Concordia University Texas is an internship-friendly institution that strongly encourages students to gain practical work experience alongside their studies. While we support and guide students in pursuing opportunities like Curricular Practical Training (CPT), CPT is never guaranteed and depends on submitting a complete application on time. All CPT must meet federal requirements and be approved by our Designated School Official (DSO). In most cases, CPT approval takes 5 to 15 business days after the university receives the required documents.