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Salem University (CPT is not available at this moment)

Salem University (CPT is not available at this moment)

📍 Location:  Indiana
🏅 Accreditation: HLCi
📌 Type: Private
📚 Low-Residency CPT Programs:
💰 Avg. Annual Tuition: $18,900
🗓️ Program Duration: 17 months

University Overview

Founded in 1888, Salem University is a private institution committed to accessible, career-oriented education. All programs referenced here are offered at Salem University’s Indianapolis, Indiana campus (not the main campus in West Virginia). The university offers associate, bachelor’s, and master’s programs, as well as post-master’s certificates, and is regionally accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC).

Low-Residency & CPT

Hybrid Programs at Salem University (CPT is not available at this moment)

TOUCH
Master of Science in Information Technology
Available Field of Study: Analytics & Data & AI
Average Annual Tuition: $15,600
Program Length: 15 months
 
Master of Science in Information Technology
Available Field of Study: Analytics & Data & AI
Average Annual Tuition: $15,600
Program Length: 15 months
 
TOUCH
Doctor of Business Administration
Available Field of Study: Business Administration & Management
Average Annual Tuition: $22,100
Program Length: 18 months
 
Doctor of Business Administration
Available Field of Study: Business Administration & Management
Average Annual Tuition: $22,100
Program Length: 18 months
 

Hybrid Format & On-Site Requirement

Onsite Policy:

Salem University (CPT is not available at this moment) requires international student attend onsite residency class once per term.

  • Students are required to attend on-campus sessions once every two months, typically held on Saturdays for a full day from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. or 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.


Vacation Policy:

International students at Salem University (CPT is not available at this moment) can take term breaks.

  • The official break period is from May to September. During this time, students are permitted to continue using CPT. Students are not required to complete three academic terms before becoming eligible for this break.
  • Students can apply for CPT work authorization during the vacation period.

 

CPT Policy

Salem University (CPT is not available at this moment) adheres to USCIS regulations to authorize CPT for international students.

Eligibility for CPT from Program Start

❌ Current OPT and F1 students cannot obtain CPT Authorization from Day 1 of the program.

❌ Oversea applicants cannot obtain CPT Authorization from Day 1 of the program.

❌ Change of Status (to F1 Status) applicants cannot obtain CPT Authorization from Day 1 of the program.

 

“Day 1 CPT Universities” isn’t an official term. It refers to schools that may allow CPT from the first semester, but approval isn’t guaranteed. CPT typically takes 5–15 business days after complete documents are submitted.

 

CPT Details

CPT authorization needs to be renewed every term.

CPT is not required for graduation.

CPT is not available at this moment.

Tuition & Scholarships

Tuition Estimate

$15,600 - $22,100


Payment Plans

✅ Available

A payment plan option is available, but students are encouraged to make tuition payments on a per-semester basis.


Available Scholarships

Academic Calendar

Coming Intakes

Terms Start Date Application Deadline Enrollment Deadline SEVIS Transfer Deadline
Spring 2 202603/02/202602/23/2026
02/23/2026
02/23/2026
Summer 202605/04/202604/27/2026
04/27/2026
04/27/2026
Summer 2 202607/06/202606/29/2026
06/29/2026
06/29/2026
Fall 202608/31/202608/24/2026
08/24/2026
08/24/2026
Fall 2 202610/26/202610/19/2026
10/19/2026
10/19/2026
Spring 202701/04/202712/28/2026
12/28/2026
12/28/2026

Admission Requirements

Application Checklist

  • Transcript - All Transcripts
  • Passport
  • Financial Proof

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FAQs

How many credits can be transferred from other universities?
  • For graduate programs, students may transfer a maximum of 6 PLA credits toward a 30-credit program or 9 PLA credits toward a 36-credit program. 

Does the university offer tuition payment plans?

Yes! Contact us for more information.

Does the university provide any career support?
  • SU has been ramping up career services.

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