New England College
New England College is a non-profit private school has a long history and a full undergraduate program with mainly local students. Day 1 CPT programs host by schools like this are considered "safer" and has a lower RFE rate.
Overview & Accreditation
New England College is an accredited non-profit college founded in 1946, serving over 5,000 undergraduate, graduate, and online students.
It is accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education England Commission of Higher Education (NECHE). Regional accreditation is the most reliable and trustful accreditation. All programs offered by New England College are included in this regional accreditation.
Currently, NEC offers four executive programs that support Day 1 CPT, including MBA, MSDA, MSIT & Cybersecurity, and MSIT & Project Management. These executive programs are tailored to the needs of working professionals, emphasizing the practical applications of academic coursework and the benefits that advanced degrees can bring to various fields.
To accommodate the busy schedules of international students, the programs are delivered in a hybrid format, which consists of online coursework throughout the semester and a three-day (weekend) on-campus attendance each semester. The Executive Programs typically span five to six semesters, with three semesters per year.
Accreditation
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New England Commission of Higher Education (NECHE), All programs offered by New England College are included in this regional accreditation.
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Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs（which is the highest level of accreditation for business schools and research institutions in the United States. Only 15% of business schools in the United States have achieved this level of accreditation）
NEC - Location
Henniker Campus
15 Main St, Henniker, NH 03242
According to Google, it's a 90-minute drive from downtown Boston. Last time CPTDog visited the campus, it took us an hour and twenty minutes, including the time needed to rent a car. The drive was quite pleasant. If you have a car, it shouldn't be a big deal, but if you don't, it might be challenging due to the lack of public transportation options in the area. If you want to carpool, consider joining the CPTDog group to find a mate to share a ride.
Why Choose NEC?
On-Site Class Frequency:
Once per semester, on campus classes will be concentrated over 3 days on campus, scheduled for the weekend (from Friday 8am – 5pm).
Program Duration:
The duration of the MBA and Project Management & IT programs is 2 years; Data Science & Analytics and IT & Cybersecurity programs last for 20 months.
Specialization/Concentration Options:
Offers four Executive specializations: MBA, Data Analytics, IT & Cybersecurity, and Project Management & IT. Except for the MBA, all are STEM-certified.
Low Financial Pressure:
The school supports a Payment Plan, allowing tuition to be paid in installments. The tuition for CPT programs at NEC starts from $8,316 / year, which is very affordable comparing to
Non-Profit School:
The school is a non-profit university, and graduates are eligible to participate in the Master's Cap H-1B lottery.
Flexible classes: Online courses are pre-recorded, allowing students to learn at their own pace. Students who win the H1B lottery can contact an Advisor to switch to an online program.
Is NEC Right For YOU?
It is, if:
- You are living near NYC or Boston
- This is your first master's degree and you with to enter the master's cap for H1B lottery in the future
- Tuition is one of your biggest concern when choosing Day 1 CPT universities
- You have a job/internship offer already
It is not, if:
- You live too far from New England and cannot committed to the on-site requirement
- Your job description does not fit in any of the executive programs that NEC currently offering
- You find finding a job/internship is challenging and not sure if you could fulfill the CPT course requirement at NEC
- You only want to take classes but don't want to do any internship outside campus
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Day 1 CPT Programs at NEC
- EMBA
- IT & PM
- DS & Analytcis
- IT & Cybersecurity
Executive MBA
💰 Tuition:
$19,800/program ; $9,900/year
⏱️ Duration:
2 years (6 semesters)
🔺 Credit Hours:
40 credit hours
🗂️ Courses
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CORE COURSES (33 units)
- MG 5125 - Leadership and Change in Organizations 3
- AC 5255 - Accounting for Leaders 3
- MG 5415 - Organizational Communication for Leaders 3
- MG 5615 - Organizational Economics 3
- MG 6115 - Strategic Project Management 3
- FI 6315 - Managerial Finance 3
- MG 5315 - Marketing Strategies 3
- MG 5633 - Human Resources as a Strategic Partner 3
- MG 6415 - Ethical Decision Making for Leaders 3
- MG 6615 - Operational Planning and Policy 3
- MG 6895 - Quality and Technology in the Workplace 3 -
7 Credits Required From (7 units)
MG 590x - Internship in Business Administration
- The internship allows students to connect and apply the academic and theoretical study of strategic leadership with practical experience in the field. Students have the means to apply academic concepts to solve real world business problems. The internship is designed for students to better understand the work expectations and individual organizational culture. Credits: 1 to 4
For a complete description of the above requirements, please go to the Course Catalog.
Information Technology Project Management, Executive MS
💰 Tuition:
$17,952/program
⏱️ Duration:
20 months (5 semesters)
🔺 Credit Hours:
36 credit hours
🗂️ Courses
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CORE COURSES (34 units)
- MG 6115 - Strategic Project Management Credits: 3
- MG 6895 - Quality and Technology in the Workplace Credits: 3
- PM 5675 - Managing Projects and Risks Credits: 3
- PM 5115 - Leading People and Projects Credits: 3
- PM 5135 - Professional Communication and Research Credits: 3
- PM 5215 - IT Projects and Change Credits: 3
- PM 5315 - Procurement Analysis for Projects Credits: 3
- PM 5415 - Ethical Decision Making and Compliance for IT Credits: 3
- PM 6315 - Security Management for Project Managers Credits: 3
- PM 6615 - Project and Portfolio Management Using Lean Credits: 3
- PM 6900 - IT Project Management Capstone Credits: 4
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6 Credits Required From (6 units)
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PM 590x - Internship in Project Management
This internship allows students to connect and apply the academic and theoretical study of project management with practical experience in the field. Students have the means to apply academic concepts to solve real world business problems. The internship is designed for students to better understand the work expectations and individual organizational culture while developing and managing projects. Credits: 1 to 2
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For a complete description of the above requirements, please go to the Course Catalog.
Executive Data Science & Analytics, MS
💰 Tuition:
$17,952/program
⏱️ Duration:
20 months
🔺 Credit Hours:
36 credit hours
🗂️ Courses
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CORE COURSES (30 units)
- CT 5130 - Introduction to SQL for Data Analytics Credits: 3
- CT 5150 - Data Science Tools Credits: 3
- CT 5325 - Data Mining and Statistical Modeling Credits: 3
- CT 6445 - Visual Analytics Credits: 3
- CT 6535 - Python and Data Analytics Credits: 3
- CT 6570 - Web Analytics Credits: 3
- CT 6710 - Spreadsheets for Business Analysis Credits: 3
- CT 6760 - Text Analytics and Natural Language Processing Credits: 3
- CT 6910 - Machine Learning Credits: 3
- CT 6920 - Big Data Tools and Architecture Credits: 3
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6 Credits Required From (6 units)
CT 591x - Internship in Data AnalyticsThis internship series allows students to overlay the academic and theoretical study of Data Analytics with practical experience in the field. Students have the means to apply academic concepts to solve real world business problems. The internship is designed for students to better understand the work expectations and individual organizational culture. Credits: 1 to 4
For a complete description of the above requirements, please go to the Course Catalog.
IT & Cybersecurity
💰 Tuition:
$19,800/program
⏱️ Duration:
2 years (6 semesters)
🔺 Credit Hours:
40 credit hours
🗂️ Courses
- Applicants should have general knowledge of IT systems and processes
- You have completed a U.S. degree and/ or have at least 3+ years of U.S. work experience.
- You will be eligible for an internship/job in the U.S.
- ECS 5100 - Computer Security: Foundations 3
- ECS 5200 - Database Security 3
- ECS 6100 - Policy, Legal, Ethics, and Compliance 3
- ECS 6200 - Cybersecurity Planning and Management 3
- ECS 6300 - Network Security 3
- ECS 6400 - Building Secure Web Applications 3
- ECS 6500 - Cloud Computing 3
- ECS 6600 - Ethical Hacking 3
- ECS 6700 - Information Assurance 3
- ECS 6900 - Digital Forensics Tools and Techniques 3
The Practicum/Internship allows students to overlay the academic and theoretical study of Computer Information Systems with practical experience in the field. Students have the means to apply academic concepts to solve real-world business problems. The Internship is designed for students to better understand the work expectations and individual organizational culture. Credits: 1 to 4
Day 1 CPT Policy
New England College provides a low on-site frequency option (one visit/semester) for executive programs.
The school requires students to intern or work from the first day of school while studying online and onsite courses, putting the theoretical knowledge they learned into real-world practice.
Therefore, international students can get their CPT (Curricular Practical Training) from Day 1 of the program. Students who work with CPT need to maintain their GPA above 3.0.
At NEC, internships are academic, for-credit experiences involving an agreement between an employer, a faculty sponsor, and a student. The three parties involved will create a structured experience at an employment site where the student will provide the employer with their work, talent, and energy while gaining knowledge and experience in a particular field.
Internships may be paid or unpaid and may be in private, non-profit, or government organizations.
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New England College’s academic schedule is divided into three semesters: Fall, Spring, and Summer.
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In addition, the master's program at New England College provides students with two-term options in a quarter, allowing them to select one Term each semester (either Term I or Term II).
To complete the Day-1 CPT program, students must engage in online work during the semester and attend a three-day onsite course session each semester.
*Students are required to renew CPT every semester.
Day 1 CPT Cost
Tuition:
| Program/Format | Per Credit | Total Credits | Tuition |
| MS DA | $462 | 36 | $16,632 |
| MS IT & Cybersecurity | $462 | 36 | $16,632 |
| MBA | $462 | 40 | $19,800 |
| MS IT & PM | $462 | 40 | $19,800 |
Day 1 CPT Schedule
Program Start Date
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Spring 2024 Term 1: 1/8/2024
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Spring 2024 Term 2: 3/4/2024
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Summer 2024 Term 1: 5/6/2024
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Summer 2024 Term 2: 7/15/2024
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Fall 2024 Term 1: 9/3/2024
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Fall 2024 Term 2: 11/12/2024
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Spring 2025 Term 1: 1/6/2025
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Spring 2025 Term 2: 3/17/2025
Application Deadlines
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F1 transfer students (F1/OPT/CPT): 4 weeks before the first day of the term
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Others: 3 months before the first day of the term
*If you passed the deadline, contact our consultant for help. We are the official admission partner of Westcliff University and can help you streamline your application process.
Application Guide
Step 1: Use this link to submit the online application form.
- Valid I-20
- Valid Passport
- Personal Resume
- I-20 Release Form
- Official Transcript (if you have a transcript from outside the U.S, it's best to send a WES-certified transcript)
- Bank Statement
Step 4: Interview
* CPTDog students will be exempted from the interview process.
Contact us even if you applied by yourself first, but wish to get an application fee refund or to be exempted from the interview process. We will do our best to