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Faulkner University

Montgomery, Alabama

Faulkner University offers graduate programs in Alabama with Day 1 CPT and a once-per-semester onsite format for international students.

Location
Montgomery, Alabama
Tuition
Approximately $26,000 total
Duration
18–24 months
Onsite Visit
One weekend per semester
CPT Renewal
Each semester
Intake
Contact university for intake dates
University Overview

About Faulkner University

Faulkner University is a private Christian university in Montgomery, Alabama. The university offers graduate programs in Management and Business Administration for international students, with a CPT application and renewal process managed through the international student office. Day 1 CPT listings identify the MS in Management as a hybrid professional master's program with once-per-semester onsite attendance. The program is designed to accommodate students working on CPT while completing their degree.

Day 1 CPTHybrid Classes
Academic Programs

Programs Offered at FU

MSM

Master of Science in Management

24 months
MBA

Master of Business Administration

18–24 months
CPT Information

CPT at Faulkner University

CPT Availability

Faulkner University publishes a Curricular Practical Training (CPT) process for eligible F-1 students. Earliest published timing: Day 1. A DSO must approve each request, and employment cannot begin before the student receives the CPT-endorsed I-20.

Academic Format

Published in-person attendance: One weekend per semester. Delivery format can vary by program, campus, and student status; confirm the exact schedule and location with the university before enrolling.

Academic Integration

CPT employment must be integral to the curriculum and directly related to the student's major. Published renewal timing: Each semester. Confirm the required course and approval criteria with the DSO.

Student Responsibilities

F-1 students must maintain lawful enrollment, work only for the employer and at the location and dates authorized on page 2 of the I-20, and obtain DSO approval before beginning or changing employment. School-specific rules are listed below when the university publishes them.

Tuition & Duration

Investment Overview

Tuition Range
Approximately $26,000 total
Published tuition rate
Program Duration
18–24 months
Full program length
Onsite Frequency
One weekend per semester
Campus visit requirement
Admission Guidance

How to Apply to FU

Required Documents

  • Passport copy
  • Current I-20
  • F-1 visa copy
  • Official transcripts
  • Resume
  • Proof of financial support
  • English proficiency documentation

Application Process

  1. Review Program Requirements
    Confirm the program, campus, delivery format, attendance schedule, tuition, and current application deadline with the university.
  2. Gather Documents
    Prepare the academic, identity, immigration, English-proficiency, and financial documents listed for your applicant type.
  3. Submit Application
    Apply online for one of the intake dates: Contact university for intake dates.
  4. Complete F-1 Onboarding and Apply for CPT Separately
    Admission and CPT authorization are separate decisions. After completing the university’s F-1 onboarding steps and obtaining a qualifying offer, submit the CPT request and wait for a DSO-issued CPT I-20 before working.
Frequently Asked Questions

Common Questions about FU

Yes. Faulkner University offers Day 1 CPT for eligible F-1 graduate students through its international student office. Contact the DSO to confirm CPT authorization and renewal requirements.

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