7 Universities in this Region

Midwest CPT Universities

Midwest universities offer an unbeatable combination of affordability, academic quality, and growing job markets. With Day 1 CPT programs across business, technology, and education, this region is a smart choice for cost-conscious international students.

Midwest Region Universities

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TU

Trine University

Angola, Indiana
STEM

Private Indiana university founded in 1884, HLC-accredited, offering hybrid graduate degrees at its Detroit, Phoenix, and Reston education centers with CPT available from the first semester through its Experiential Learning Track.

Day 1 CPTSTEM EligibleHybrid Classes
Tuition
$575/credit hour (master's); $700/credit hour (DIT)
Programs
MBA, MSBA, MSEM, MSIS, DIT
CPT Start
Day 1 (Experiential Learning Track)
Intake
Accelerated 8-week terms — 2 fall, 2 spring, 1 summer
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IWU

Indiana Wesleyan University

Marion, Indiana

One of the largest Christian universities in the United States, HLC-accredited, with roughly 15,000 students. Hybrid F-1 graduate programs at $499 per credit hour with mandatory in-person residencies at designated education centers.

MBA ProgramHybrid ClassesAffordable
Tuition
$499/credit hour — $19,801.98 (30 cr) to $27,535.46 (42 cr) total
Programs
MBA, MA Leadership, MSA, Doctoral
CPT Start
Confirm with the university — IWU does not publish a first-semester guarantee
Intake
Multiple starts throughout the year (roughly monthly)
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SU

Salem University

Salem, West Virginia
STEM

West Virginia university with Day 1 CPT, multiple graduate programs, and a fully online option.

Day 1 CPTSTEM EligibleOnline Available
Tuition
$9,500 – $12,000/year
Programs
MBA, MSIT, MSN
CPT Start
Day 1
Intake
January, May, August
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OU

Ottawa University

Ottawa, Kansas

Faith-based Midwest university with flexible online MBA and Day 1 CPT for international students.

Day 1 CPTOnline AvailableFlexible Schedule
Tuition
$9,800 – $12,000/year
Programs
MBA, MA HR, MEd
CPT Start
Day 1
Intake
Rolling Admission
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BenU

Benedictine University

Lisle, Illinois
STEM

Benedictine University offers STEM-eligible MS in Data Analytics and Health Informatics programs with hybrid CPT-friendly options.

Day 1 CPTSTEM EligibleHybrid Classes
Tuition
$13,000/year; approximately $26,400 – $28,800 total
Programs
MSDA, MSHI
CPT Start
Day 1
Intake
January, March, June, July, August, October
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CSI

Computer Systems Institute

Chicago, Illinois
STEM

Computer Systems Institute offers career-focused technology and business programs in Chicago and Boston for international students.

Day 1 CPTSTEM EligibleHybrid Classes
Tuition
Contact university for current tuition
Programs
IT, BUS
CPT Start
Day 1
Intake
Contact university for intake dates
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WU

Wittenberg University

Springfield, Ohio
STEM

Wittenberg University offers an MS in Analytics program for international graduate students with Day 1 CPT and monthly onsite attendance.

Day 1 CPTSTEM EligibleHybrid Classes
Tuition
Approximately $28,000 total
Programs
MSA
CPT Start
Day 1
Intake
Contact university for intake dates
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