McDaniel College
About McDaniel College
McDaniel College, founded in 1867 in Westminster, Maryland, is a nationally accredited liberal arts college with about 3,000 students. Known for small classes and a 12:1 student-faculty ratio, it offers affordable, high-quality education with a focus on personalized learning and student success.
Why Students Choose McDaniel College
McDaniel College adheres to USCIS regulations to authorize CPT for international students.
Current OPT and F1 students may obtain CPT Authorization from Day 1.
Overseas applicants may obtain CPT Authorization from Day 1.
CPT authorization needs to be renewed every year.
CPT is required for graduation.
- All Day 1 CPT applicants must maintain valid F‑1 status and have a related job offer at the time of application.
- For initial students, CPT is available starting from the first day of the program, but only if the job directly relates to their field of study.
- COS students are also eligible for Day 1 CPT. But students who need to restate their F‑1 status via SEVIS reinstatement are not eligible for CPT.
Programs Offered
All programs below include CPT as a curricular component.
The Data Analytics program at McDaniel College provides graduate learners with the skills needed to be successful data analysts, operational analysts and leaders in a competitive global Information Technology arena. The curriculum is designed to provide a complete and thorough understanding of the ...
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