Comprehensive List of Day 1 CPT Universities in the U.S.

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Apply to Top Day 1 CPT Universities and Secure Your Work Authorization

“Day 1 CPT Universities” are educational institutions offering programs that support Curricular Practical Training (CPT) authorization from the first day of the academic program. These universities provide career-oriented programs that consider CPT an essential part of their curriculums. By enrolling in a Day 1 CPT school, international students are able to continue their professional and educational development in the United States in a legal way.

Enrolling in a Day 1 CPT university is a great option for you if you are:

(1) an F-1 student whose OPT is about to expire;

(2) an H-1B visa holder who was laid off and is facing challenges in finding new employment;

(3) an F-1 student who needs an urgent transfer;

(4) an F-1 student whose OPT application was denied;

or (5) an H-4/F-2/B/L/J visa holder who aims to work while studying in the U.S.

Choosing a suitable Day 1 CPT school and program can significantly reduce the risks you might encounter in future immigration applications. When choosing a Day 1 CPT school and program, it is important to consider factors such as geographic location, program specialization, tuition fees, on-site frequency, and enrollme nt windows.

However, the importance of each factor may vary based on individual circumstances. If you need a personalized assessment for matching you with a suitable Day 1 CPT school and program, book a free consultation with us. Our experienced consultants will reach out to you within 2 business days.

Location	Universities	Onsite Campus	On-site Frequency
West Coast	Westcliff University	Irvine, CA; Miami, FL	1 / semester
	CIAM	Alhambra, CA	2 / semester
	Sofia University	Palo Alto, CA; Costa Mesa, CA	1 / month
	Humphreys University	Stockton, CA	1 / semester
East Coast	Monroe University	New Rochelle, NY	1 / month
	New England College	Henniker, NH	1 / semester
	Saint Peter's University	Jersey City, NJ	2 / semester
	McDaniel University	Westminster, MD	1 / semester
	Harrisburg University	Harrisburg, PA	1 / month
	University of the Potomac	Washington D.C.; Fall Church, VA	1/ two weeks
	North Carolina Wesleyan University	Rocky Mount, NC	1 / semester
	Goldey-Beacom College	Wilmington, DE	2 / semester
Midwest	Trine University	Allen Park, MI；Phoenix, AZ；Reston, VA	1 / semester
	University of the Cumberlands	Williamsburg, KY & Florence, KY	1 / semester
	Ottawa University	Ottawa, KS; Surprise, AZ; Brookfield, WI	2 / semester
	Indiana Wesleyan University	Merrillville, IN	1 / semester
South	Dallas Baptist University	Dallas, TX	2 / month
	National Louis University	Tampa, FL; Chicago, IL	1 / semester & 1 / quarter
	Tennessee Wesleyan University	Knoxville, TN	1 /semester
	Texas Wesleyan University	Fort Worth, TX	1 /semester