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New England College

Henniker, NH
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Quick Overview

Day 1 CPT Program

MS Data Analytics, MBA, MS IT & Cybersecurity, MS Project Management & IT

Enrollment Window

May 06 2024/ July 15 2024/ September 03 2024/ November 12 2024/ January 06 2025/ March 17 2025/ May 05 2025

Tuition

Annual Tuition : $8,316 - $9,240 (monthly payment available)

Key Advantages

low tuition cost; lower on-site frequency (1 per semester); community of working professionals; non-profit (H1B master's cap)

History and Accreditation

 

Established in 1946, New England College is a distinguished institution focused on career-oriented education. The main campus in Henniker, NH is conveniently located just 15 minutes from Concord, 30 minutes from Manchester, and 90 minutes from Boston, providing easy access to major cities.

The college offers a variety of programs tailored to international students, including Data Analysis, Cybersecurity, Project Management, and MBA Executive programs, most of which offer Day 1 CPT options.

With very affordable tuition fees and a wide range of graduate-level programs, New England College is an ideal choice for international students in the East Coast who seek Day 1 CPT opportunities. Enrolling in New England College will lead to valuable growth of your career path.

NEC holds accreditation from the New England Commission of Higher Education (NECHE).

New England College
  • Academic Policy
  • CPT Policy
  • Onsite Policy
  • Tuition and Scholarship

Academic Policy

  • NEC New England College's Executive Programs typically span three 15-week terms per year. Students usually complete the program in 5 or 6 semesters.

  • At New England College, an academic year consists of two 4-month semesters: Spring and Fall. There is a 1-month term between the two semesters

  • Click here "New England College Calendar 2024-2025"

CPT Policy

NEC New England College offers a Low Residency option for students in the Executive Program. The college requires students to engage in internships or work from the first semester, applying their learned knowledge in practical settings while completing both online and offline courses. Consequently, international students are eligible for Curricular Practical Training (CPT) from the first day of the program. Students using Full-time CPT must maintain a GPA of 3.0 or above.


  • CPT Application: 

    Students submit their CPT application materials to the school's DSO, including the Offer Letter and the Employment Authorization Form.

    Once CPT is approved, students will receive a new I-20 and can start to work according to the CPT start date specified on the I-20.

    * Alternatives like Employment Verification are acceptable. Contact us for more information.

  • CPT requires renewal every semester. There is no gap between CPT authorizations.

Onsite Policy

  • Students are required to attend a three-day onsite course each semester (over the weekend).

  • Failure to attend may result in the termination of F1 student status.

  • The on-campus sessions occur once per semester, which is equal to three times a year. The sessions are typically scheduled in the fourth week of the semester, from Friday to Sunday, 8 AM to 5 PM.

    * Please refer to the school's announcements for specific onsite session dates for each semester.

Tuition and Scholarship

Programs

Cost/Credit

Credits

Total tuition fees (including CPT)

Annual average tuition

MS Data Analytics / Executive MS IT & Cybersecurity

$462

36

$16,632

$8,316

MBA / Executive MS IT & Project Management

$462

40

$18,480

$9,240

 

Non-tuition Fee: $220/term

Tuition fees can be payed through monthly payment plans.

Day 1 CPT Program

  • Master's programs :

    • Requires completion of 36-40 credits;

    • Typically finished in an average of 24-30 months;

    • Can provide up to 2-3 additional opportunities for H1B lottery.

Business Administration (Executive M.B.A.) - 40 Credits

The Executive MBA program is designed to enhance students' expertise in crucial leadership skills such as problem-solving, impactful communication, employee motivation, and negotiation. It propels students' career growth by cultivating advanced strategic leadership skills, robust business acumen, and a comprehensive grasp of organizational dynamics, essential for the evolving global professional. International students participating in this program will have the opportunity to engage in Curricular Practical Training (CPT) for qualifying internships or work placements.

 

Term 1
• MG 5125 - Leadership and Change in Organizations Credits: 3
• MG 5415- Organizational Communication for Leaders Credits: 3
• MG 590x - Internship in Business Administration Credits: 1 to 4
 
Term 2
• AC 5255 - Accounting for Leaders Credits: 3
• MG 5315 - Marketing Strategies Credits: 3
• MG 590x - Internship in Business Administration Credits: 1 to 4
 
Term 3
• FI 6315 - Managerial Finance Credits: 3
• MG 5615 - Organizational Economics Credits: 3
• MG 590x - Internship in Business Administration Credits: 1 to 4
 
Term 4
• MG 6115 - Strategic Project Management Credits: 3
• MG 6415 - Ethical Decision Making for Leaders Credits: 3
• MG 590x - Internship in Business Administration Credits: 1 to 4
 
Term 5
 
• MG 5633 - Human Resources as a Strategic Partner Credits: 3
• MG 6895 - Quality and Technology in the Workplace Credits: 3
• MG 590x - Internship in Business Administration Credits: 1 to 4
 
Term 6
• MG 6615 - Operational Planning and Policy Credits: 3
• MG 590x - Internship in Business Administration Credits: 1 to 4
Project Management & IT（Executive M.S.) - 40 Credits

Students will acquire the knowledge and skills necessary to become successful project managers, including managing complex information, addressing organizational challenges, and leading others in project management. This program aims to prepare students for the PMP exam and obtaining the Lean Six Sigma Green Belt, while also supporting Day-1 CPT.

 

Term 1
• PM 5115 - Leading People and Projects Credits: 3
• PM 5135 Professional Communication and Research Credits: 3
• PM 590x - Internship in Project Management Credits: 1 to 2
 
Term 2
• MG 6115 - Strategic Project Management Credits: 3
• PM 5215 - IT Projects and Change Credits: 3
• PM 590x - Internship in Project Management Credits: 1 to 2
 
Term 3
• PM 5315 - Procurement Analysis for Projects Credits: 3
• PM 5415 - Ethical Decision Making and Compliance for IT Credits: 3
• PM 590x - Internship in Project Management Credits: 1 to 2
 
Term 4
• PM 5675 - Managing Projects and Risks Credits: 3
• PM 6315 - Security Management for Project Managers Credits: 3
• PM 590x - Internship in Project Management Credits: 1 to 2
 
Term 5
• MG 6895- Quality and Technology in the Workplace Credits: 3
• PM 6615 - Project and Portfolio Management Using Lean Credits: 3
• PM 590x - Internship in Project Management Credits: 1 to 2
 
Term 6
• PM 6900 - IT Project Management Capstone Credits: 4
• PM 590x - Internship in Project Management Credits: 1 to 2
Data Analytics (Executive M.S.) - 36 Credits

Data analysis is a powerful tool for boosting productivity and profits. It can be applied to a wide range of fields such as medical treatment, resource management, climate change, and food production.

In this program, students will master the essential principles and techniques of data analytics, ranging from fundamental statistics to data visualization and machine learning, for both descriptive and predictive analysis. The program equips students to make contributions in various industries and organizations. International students enrolled in these programs will have access to Curricular Practical Training (CPT) for qualifying internships or work placements.

 

Term 1
• CT 5130 - Introduction to SQL for Data Analytics Credits: 3
• CT 5150 Data Science Tools Credits: 3
• CT 591x - Internship in Data Analytics Credits: 1 to 4
 
Term 2
• CT 5325 - Data Mining and Statistical Modeling Credits: 3
• CT 6535 - Python and Data Analytics Credits: 3
• CT 591x - Internship in Data Analytics Credits: 1 to 4
 
Term 3
• CT 6445 - Visual Analytics Credits: 3
• CT 6910 - Machine Learning Credits: 3
• CT 591x - Internship in Data Analytics Credits: 1 to 4
 
Term 4
• CT 6920 - Big Data Tools and Architecture Credits: 3
• CT 6760 - Text Analytics and Natural Language Processing Credits: 3
• CT 591x - Internship in Data Analytics Credits: 1 to 4
 
Term 5
• CT 6570 - Web Analytics Credits: 3
• CT 6710 - Spreadsheets for Business Analysis Credits: 3
• CT 591x - Internship in Data Analytics Credits: 1 to 4
Information Technology and Cybersecurity (Executive M.S.) - 36 Credits

Proficiency in safeguarding data's confidentiality, availability, and integrity is crucial for the IT-related jobs, it as a manager, programmer, database analyst, or network engineer. With trillions allocated for cyber defense, this degree can advance the career path of professionals in in the IT industry.

Tailored for working professionals, this program facilitates the development of skills in cutting-edge technologies, essential for career advancement in IT and Cybersecurity. International students in these programs will have access to Curricular Practical Training (CPT) for qualifying internships or work placements.

 

Term 1
• ECS 5100 - Computer Security: Foundations Credits: 3
• ECS 5200 - Database Security Credits: 3
• ECS 590x - Practicum/Internship in Computer Information Systems Credits: 1 to 4
 
Term 2
• ECS 6200 - Cybersecurity Planning and Management Credits: 3
• ECS 6300 - Network Security Credits: 3
• ECS 590x - Practicum/Internship in Computer Information Systems Credits: 1 to 4
 
Term 3
• ECS 6500- Cloud Computing Credits: 3
• ECS 6900 - Digital Forensics Tools and Techniques Credits: 3
• ECS 590x - Practicum/Internship in Computer Information Systems Credits: 1 to 4
 
Term 4
• ECS 6600 - Ethical Hacking Credits: 3
• ECS 6700 - Information Assurance Credits: 3
• ECS 590x - Practicum/Internship in Computer Information Systems Credits: 1 to 4
 
Term 5
• ECS 6100 - Policy, Legal, Ethics, and Compliance Credits: 3
• ECS 6400 - Building Secure Web Applications Credits: 3
• ECS 590x - Practicum/Internship in Computer Information Systems Credits: 1 to 4

Enrollment Window

  Semester Start Date Application Deadline
Summer I 2024
May 06/2024
April 22/2024
Summer II 2024
July 15/2024
July 05/2024
Fall I 2024
September 03/2024
August 23/2024
Fall II 2024
November 12/2024
October 29/2024
Spring I 2025
January 06/2025
December 21/2024
Spring II 2025
March 17/2025
March 03/2025
Summer I 2025
May 05/2025
April 21/2025

 

Application Requirements:

 

  • Must have obtained a master's degree in the United States.

  • Must be employed or have an internship during the program.

  • SEVIS Record must be valid and transferable to NEC.

 

If you miss this deadline, please contact us. We can assist in expediting your application process and help you get your offer and I-20 in 3 days.

 

* Starting from the Fall semester of 2023, the application deadline for students requiring SEVIS transfer is two weeks before the start of classes, while the deadline for Initial students is two months prior to the beginning of classes.

Application Guide

How to waive the application fee and apply for the guaranteed scholarship?

 

1. Start the Application: Fill out the form below.

 

2. Upload personal application information, including: 

  • Online Application Form

  • Resume

  • Official Master’s Degree Transcript

  • Copy of your current and valid I-20

  • Declaration of Finance（$23,050）

 

The processing of application typically takes 7 business days; contact us in urgent cases for expedited processing, which can reduce the processing time to 1-3 days.

 

3. After being admitted, you will receive a "Welcome to NEC" email. Please follow the instructions in the email to transfer your SEVIS to NEC and submit the CPT Employment Authorization Form (EAF).

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