Campbellsville University

📍 Locations: Campbellsville, KY; Louisville, KY; Harrodsburg, KY; Elgin, IL; Jacksonville, FL; Lathrop, CA; Costa Mesa, CA

💰 Program Tuition: $16,500 -$19,800

⌛ Program Duration: 20-24 months

Waive Application Fee

About & Accreditation

Established in 1906, Campbellsville University is a prestigious Christian institution in Kentucky. It has a network of campuses across the United States, including in Kentucky, Illinois, Florida, and California, offering a wide range of academic programs from associate to master's degrees. Campbellsville University is a beacon for international students, providing unparalleled Day 1 CPT opportunities in its PMBA and IT Management programs. Accredited by SACSCOC and other reputable organizations, Campbellsville is a private non-profit higher education institute.

Day 1 CPT at Campbellsville University

Day 1 CPT Regulation Key Points

CPT Integration: Integral to Graduate Business Programs for real-world experience.
Eligibility: Students can start CPT from their first semester if they have completed one full academic year of study in the U.S. (as per federal regulation 8CFR 214.2(f)(10)).
Experiential Learning Course: Enroll in the BA 500 Experiential Learning course every semester, based on employment or research.
CPT Limit: No set limit on CPT engagement, but over one year of full-time CPT disqualifies students from post-completion OPT.
Primary Focus: Education must take precedence over employment.
Program-Specific Availability: For newcomers on an F-1 visa, Day 1 CPT is available only in the PMBA and MS Information Technology Management programs.
Cost: No extra charge for CPT at CU.

CPT Application Guide:

Paid Admission Deposit: Secure your spot with a non-refundable admission deposit.
Completed Registration: Finish the registration process for your program.
Course Enrollment: Enroll in the BA 500 Graduate Management Externship Course (0 credits, essential for CPT).
SEVIS Record Transfer: Ensure your SEVIS record is released to CU.

By meeting these requirements, students can smoothly integrate practical training into their academic journey, gaining invaluable real-world experience.

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Day 1 CPT Programs

International students in the Campbellsville University Graduate Program must take three courses per semester across three semesters (fall, spring, summer) each academic year. This includes a 3-credit hybrid course spanning 16 weeks with a mandatory in-person weekend session (Friday-Sunday) to maintain F1 status, a 3-credit online course, and a CPT course. The CPT course is an applied learning practicum where students apply their coursework to real-world situations through work or internships, making it an integral part of the program curriculum

Professional MBA

Campbellsville University's Professional MBA program is designed for both working professionals and full-time students. It covers important business topics like marketing, finance, and management. The program offers online courses and optional in-person classes, making it flexible and convenient. Whether you want to advance in your current job or start a new career, this MBA program will help you succeed.

Core Requirements – 27 credit hours

Each course below is 3 credit hours

ACC 601 Managerial Accounting
BA 601 Marketing Management
BA 611 Organization Theory
BA 602 Management Information Systems
BA 614 Human Resource Management
BA 616 Business Ethics
BA 620 Managerial Finance
BA 690 Business Strategy
ECO 610 Managerial Economics

Track Requirements – 9 credit hours

Each course below is 3 credit hours

BA 631 Project Management
BA 632 Information Systems Security
BA 633 Information Systems Infrastructure

For a complete description of the above requirements, please go to the Course Catalog.

MS IT Management [STEM]

he program is classified as a STEM program. Its goal is to give students advanced knowledge and skills in IT Management (ITM). Students will learn to stay competitive in the fast-changing IT field and manage IT functions within an organization. The program covers best practices for IT management, helping students succeed in today's competitive IT environment.

Core Requirements – 30 Hours

Each course below is 3 credit hours.

BA 602 Management Information Systems
BA 606 Team Management
BA 625 Negotiation & Conflict Management
BA 631 Project Management
BA 632 Information Systems Security
BA 633 Information Systems Infrastructure
BA 634 Current & Emerging Technology
BA 635 Disaster Recovery Planning
BA 636 Cyberlaw, Regulations, & Compliance
BA 637 ITM Capstone Course

For a complete description of the above requirements, please go to the Course Catalog.

MSCS [STEM]

With Campbellsville University’s accredited online computer science degree, you can become a leader in computer systems and IT. In this 1-2 year program, you’ll learn software engineering, cyberlaw, programming languages, computer networking, and more. After graduation, you'll be ready for careers in systems analysis, software development, and other IT fields. The fully online format allows you to learn from industry-experienced professors on your own schedule.

The master’s degree teaches you how computer systems interact and how to manage and troubleshoot them. In the software engineering course, you’ll complete a hands-on project, exploring software development from design to implementation. The program covers advanced database models, including Relational, Hierarchical, Object Relational, Object Oriented, Clustered, and Networked, as well as Advanced Operating Systems. You’ll also learn various high-level programming languages and explore the theoretical and computational aspects of Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence.

Program Prerequisites:

CS 161: Programming II (Object Oriented Programming)
CS 341: Networking
CS 374: Computer Operating Systems
CS 420: Database Program Development
CS 450: Software Engineering
MTH 210: Calculus
MTH 200: Discrete Mathematics

Core Courses:

CS 630: Software Engineering
CS 631: Advanced Database
CS 633: Advanced Programming Languages
CS 637: Advanced Operating Systems
CS 638: Artificial Intelligence
CS 639: Advanced Topics in Computer Networking
BA 632: Cyber Security
BA 634: Current & Emerging Technology
BA 635: Disaster Recovery Planning
BA 636: Cyberlaw, Regulations & Compliance

More Program info here.

MS Cloud Computing [STEM]

Program Goals:

Provide academic and practical knowledge in cloud computing.
Describe and evaluate cloud models and services.
Teach key technologies and tools for cloud computing.
Use cutting-edge technologies to select the best cloud service providers.

Learning Outcomes:

Formulate cloud computing solutions that meet end-user requirements.
Apply advanced cloud computing theories to address business needs.
Evaluate compliance issues and establish best practices for cloud computing problems.
Present effective projects that illustrate technical problems and provide solutions.
Construct and present narratives to justify potential solutions.

Courses:

CC610 Technical Writing - 3-hours
CC631 Introduction to Cloud Computing - 3-hours
CC632 Application of Cloud Computing - 3-hours
CC633 Risk Mitigation for Cloud Infrastructure - 3-hours
CC634 Cloud Computing Security - 3-hours
CC635 Dev Ops Case Studies and Implementation - 3-hours
CC636 Introduction to Dev Ops & Dev Ops Tools - 3-hours
CC637 Story Telling with Data - 3-hours
CC638 Microservices - 3-hours
CC639 Cloud Computing Capstone - 3-hours

Full Program Introduction

MS in Data Science and Artificial Intelligence

Core Courses:

DS 610: Technical Writing
DS 611: Introduction to Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning
DS 612: Project Management Analytics
DS 613: Big Data Analytics
DS 614: Design Thinking
DS 615: Data Mining and Warehousing
DS 616: Ethical Issues for Artificial Intelligence
DS 617: Artificial Intelligence Applications
DS 618: Transforming the Global Supply Chain with Artificial Intelligence
DS 619: Blockchain Technology
DS 620: Digital Forensics
DS 621: Business Project in Big Data and Artificial Intelligence (capstone)

Learn more about this program.

Day 1 CPT Tuition & Scholarships

MSITM MSCS MSCC Tuition

Graduate credit hours are billed at $580/credit hour
Total Semester Estimate: $3,480 (Three courses per semester)
Total Annual Estimate: $10,440 (Three semesters per year: Spring, Summer, Fall)
Total Program Estimate: $17,400 (30 credits in total, including internships)

PMBA MSDSAI Tuition

Graduate credit hours are billed at $580/credit hour
Total Semester Estimate: $3,480 (Three courses per semester)
Total Annual Estimate: $10,440 (Three semesters per year: Spring, Summer, Fall)
Total Program Estimate: $20,880 (36 credits in total, including internships)

Other Fees

Application Fee $25 [*Fill out this form to waive application fee ]
Transcripts $10
Technology Fee $75/term

Academic Calendar

Program Start Dates

Summer 2024 Term 1: 5/6/2024
Summer 2024 Term 1: 6/27/2024
Fall 2024 Term 1: 8/21/2024
Fall 2024 Term 2: 10/14/2024
Spring 2025 Term 1: 1/15/2025
Spring 2025 Term 2: 3/17/2025

Every term is open for enrollment (6 enrollment windows in a academic year).

Application Deadline:

A semester is divided into 2 Bi-Term (Primary Term). Each Bi-Term is open for admission. There are a total of 6 admissions opportunities per year. Application deadlines vary by programs, it is recommended to apply at least 4 weeks prior to the start of the academic year.

(If you missed the deadline, please contact us. We are the official recruitment partner of Campbellsville University, we can help you accelerate your application)