New England College
NECHE-accredited New Hampshire college with flexible MBA and Day 1 CPT for international students.
About New England College
New England College, founded in 1946 and accredited by NECHE, is a progressive institution in Henniker, New Hampshire serving over 5,000 students annually. The college emphasizes experiential learning and real-world application across its 60+ programs. For F1 students, NEC offers a flexible MBA program with Day 1 CPT authorization, a community-centered campus experience, and strong academic support for international learners.
Programs Offered at NEC
Master of Business Administration
Master of Education
MA in Mental Health Counseling
CPT at New England College
CPT Availability
New England College authorizes Curricular Practical Training (CPT) for eligible F1 students from the very first day of enrollment. This allows students to begin gaining U.S. work experience immediately while completing their degree requirements.
Hybrid Academic Format
The program is designed to be compatible with full-time employment. Onsite attendance is required monthly (1–2 days), with the remainder of coursework completed online or asynchronously — allowing students to maintain CPT authorization without interrupting their work schedule.
Academic Integration
CPT at NEC is fully integrated into the curriculum. Students complete coursework that directly relates to their internship or employment position, and CPT is renewed each semester as long as the student maintains satisfactory academic progress and continues enrollment.
Student Responsibilities
F1 students on CPT at NEC must maintain full-time enrollment, keep their I-20 updated, and ensure their CPT authorization is renewed before each semester. CPTGuru advisors are available to guide you through every step of this process.
Investment Overview
How to Apply to NEC
Required Documents
- Application form
- Official undergraduate transcripts
- Passport and visa copy
- Personal statement
- Resume
Application Process
- Consult with CPTGuruBook a free consultation to confirm eligibility and choose the right program.
- Gather DocumentsPrepare transcripts, passport, visa documents, and your statement of purpose.
- Submit ApplicationApply online for one of the intake dates: January, September.
- Receive I-20 with CPTUpon enrollment, your I-20 will be issued with CPT authorization for the current semester.
Common Questions about NEC
Yes. New England College offers Day 1 CPT for qualifying F1 graduate students.
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