Quick Overview
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).
- Academic Policy
- CPT Policy
- On-Site Policy
- Tuition and Scholarship
Academic Policy
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New England College's Executive Programs typically span three 15-week semesters per year. Students usually complete their program in 5 or 6 semesters.
CPT Policy
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Students are allowed to use CPT for work from the first day of enrollment.
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CPT Application: Students submit their CPT application materials to the school's DSO, including the offer letter and the Employment Authorization Form. Alternatives such as Employment Verification are acceptable. Contact us for more information.
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It is not permitted to work for multiple jobs with CPT at NEC.
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CPT requires renewal every semester. There is no gap between CPT authorizations.
On-Site Policy
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Students are required to attend a three-day onsite course each semester (Friday: 8am-6pm; Saturday: 8am-6pm; Sunday: 8am-3pm).
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Failure to attend will result in the termination of your F-1 student status.
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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.
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 Fees: $220/term
Tuition fees can be payed through monthly payment plans.
Day 1 CPT Program
- Master's programs :
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Requires completion of 36-40 credits;
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Typically finished in an average of 24-30 months;
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Can provide up to 2-3 additional opportunities for H1B lottery.
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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. To graduate, students need to complete 40 credits.
Term 1
- MG 5125 Leadership and Change in Organizations (3 credits)
- MG 5415 Organizational Communication for Leaders (3 credits)
- MG 590x Internship in Business Administration (1-4 credits)
Term 2
- AC 5255 Accounting for Leaders (3 credits)
- MG 5315 Marketing Strategies (3 credits)
- MG 590x Internship in Business Administration (1-4 credits)
Term 3
- FI 6315 Managerial Finance (3 credits)
- MG 5615 Organizational Economics (3 credits)
- MG 590x Internship in Business Administration (1-4 credits)
Term 4
- MG 6115 Strategic Project Management (3 credits)
- MG 6415 Ethical Decision Making for Leaders (3 credits)
- MG 590x Internship in Business Administration (1-4 credits)
Term 5
- MG 5633 Human Resources as a Strategic Partner (3 credits)
- MG 6895 Quality and Technology in the Workplace (3 credits)
- MG 590x Internship in Business Administration (1-4 credits)
Term 6
- MG 6615 Operational Planning and Policy (3 credits)
- MG 590x Internship in Business Administration (1-4 credits)
By joining this MS program in IT Project Management, 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 leadership positions in the growing IT industry. To graduate, students need to complete 36 credits.
Term 1
- PM 5115 Leading People and Projects (3 credits)
- PM 5135 Professional Communication and Research (3 credits)
- PM 590x Internship in Project Management (1-2 credits)
Term 2
- MG 6115 Strategic Project Management (3 credits)
- PM 5215 IT Projects and Change (3 credits)
- PM 590x Internship in Project Management (1-2 credits)
Term 3
- PM 5315 Procurement Analysis for Projects (3 credits)
- PM 5415 Ethical Decision Making and Compliance for IT (3 credits)
- PM 590x Internship in Project Management (1-2 credits)
Term 4
- PM 5675 Managing Projects and Risks (3 credits)
- PM 6315 Security Management for Project Managers (3 credits)
- PM 590x Internship in Project Management (1-2 credits)
Term 5
- MG 6895 Quality and Technology in the Workplace (3 credits)
- PM 6615 Project and Portfolio Management Using Lean (3 credits)
- PM 590x Internship in Project Management (1-2 credits)
Term 6
- PM 6900 - IT Project Management Capstone Credits (4 credits)
- PM 590x Internship in Project Management (1-2 credits)
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. To graduate, students need to complete 36 credits.
Term 1
- CT 5130 Introduction to SQL for Data Analytics (3 credits)
- CT 5150 Data Science Tools (3 credits)
- CT 591x Internship in Data Analytics (1-4 credits)
Term 2
- CT 5325 Data Mining and Statistical Modeling (3 credits)
- CT 6535 Python and Data Analytics (3 credits)
- CT 591x Internship in Data Analytics (1-4 credits)
Term 3
- CT 6445 Visual Analytics (3 credits)
- CT 6910 Machine Learning (3 credits)
- CT 591x Internship in Data Analytics (1-4 credits)
Term 4
- CT 6920 Big Data Tools and Architecture (3 credits)
- CT 6910 Machine Learning (3 credits)
- CT 591x Internship in Data Analytics (1-4 credits)
Term 5
- CT 6570 Web Analytics (3 credits)
- CT 6710 Spreadsheets for Business Analysis (3 credits)
- CT 591x Internship in Data Analytics (1-4 credits)
This program provides students with proficiency in safeguarding data's confidentiality, availability, and integrity, which is crucial for IT jobs such as programmers, database analysts, and network engineers. With trillions allocated for cyber defense, this degree can significantly advance IT careers by developing skills in cutting-edge technologies essential for IT and Cybersecurity career advancement. To graduate, students need to complete 36 credits.
Term 1
- ECS 5100 Computer Security: Foundations (3 credits)
- ECS 5200 Database Security (3 credits)
- ECS 590x Practicum/Internship in Computer Information Systems (1-4 credits)
Term 2
- ECS 6200 Cybersecurity Planning and Management (3 credits)
- ECS 6300 Network Security (3 credits)
- ECS 590x Practicum/Internship in Computer Information Systems (1-4 credits)
Term 3
- ECS 6500 Cloud Computing (3 credits)
- ECS 6900 Digital Forensics Tools and Techniques (3 credits)
- ECS 590x Practicum/Internship in Computer Information Systems (1-4 credits)
Term 4
- ECS 6600 Ethical Hacking (3 credits)
- ECS 6700 Information Assurance (3 credits)
- ECS 590x Practicum/Internship in Computer Information Systems (1-4 credits)
Term 5
- ECS 6100 Policy, Legal, Ethics, and Compliance (3 credits)
- ECS 6400 Building Secure Web Applications (3 credits)
- ECS 590x Practicum/Internship in Computer Information Systems (1-4 credits)
The Executive Master of Science in Health Informatics program equips students with the technical knowledge and management skills required for harnessing data for improving healthcare operational efficiency. Covering key areas from database design to compliance and machine learning for decision-making, this hybrid program is tailored for working professionals. It provides hands-on experience with emerging tools and technologies critical for careers in the growing healthcare and healthcare IT sectors. To graduate, students need to complete 36 credits.
Term 1
- HIM 5115 Health Informatics Management Principles (3 credits)
- HIM 5225 Design and Implementation of Health Information Systems (3 credits)
- HIM 5911 Internship I in Health Informatics (1 credits)
Term 2
- HIM 5615 Design of Database Systems (3 credits)
- HIM 6055 Security Strategies for Healthcare Systems (3 credits)
- HIM 5912 Internship II in Health Informatics (1 credits)
Term 3
- HIM 6035 Health Informatics Compliance and Integrity (3 credits)
- HIM 5325 Design of Data Mining Systems (3 credits)
- HIM 5913 Internship III in Health Informatics (1 credits)
Term 4
- HIM 6125 Healthcare Data Analytics (3 credits)
- HIM 6335 Artificial Intelligence in Healthcare (3 credits)
- HIM 5914 Internship IV in Health Informatics (1 credits)
Term 5
- HIM 6445 Visualizing Healthcare Data (3 credits)
- HIM 6115 Managing the Healthcare Project (3 credits)
- HIM 5915 Internship V in Health Informatics (2 credits)
NEC’s Executive MBA in Healthcare Management is a 40-credit program designed for working professionals and recent graduates, providing essential leadership skills for the evolving global healthcare sector. Completed in under two years, this program offers a student-focused curriculum taught by faculty who are active business leaders. The program emphasizes practical knowledge, preparing graduates for success in strategic analysis, decision-making, leadership, and organizational dynamics in healthcare management.
Courses
- AC 5255 Accounting for Leaders (3 credits)
- FI 6315 Managerial Finance (3 credits)
- HCA 5120 Essentials of Health Informatics (3 credits)
- HCA 6125 Healthcare Optimization: Quality & Lean Strategies (3 credits)
- HCA 6135 Comparative Health Systems Analysis (3 credits)
- MG 5125 Leadership and Change in Organizations (3 credits)
- MG 5315 Marketing Strategies (3 credits)
- MG 5415 Organizational Communication for Leaders (3 credits)
- MG 5633 Human Resources as a Strategic Partner (3 credits)
- MG 6115 Strategic Project Management (3 credits)
- MG 6615 Operational Planning and Policy (3 credits)
- MG 590x Internship in Business Administration (7 credits)
Enrollment Window
Semester Start Date/CPT Start Date | Application Deadline | |
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Fall II 2024
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November 12/2024
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October 29/2024
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Spring I 2025
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January 06/2025
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December 21/2024
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Spring II 2025
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March 17/2025
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March 03/2025
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Summer I 2025
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May 05/2025
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April 21/2025
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Application Requirements:
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Must have obtained a master's degree in the United States.
Or
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Have 3 years of work experience.
* 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.
How to Apply and Waive the Application Fee?
1. Start the Application: Fill out the form below to receive application instruction and visa advice.
2. Submit Application Documents:
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Academic Transcripts: official transcripts from all educational institutions you have attended, with a GPA of 3.0 or higher.
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Diploma: highest degree diplomas.
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Resume: current personal resume.
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Financial Documentation: a bank statement (minimum of $23,050) within the past three months.
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Immigration Documentation:
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Passport (valid for at least 6 months)
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Current I-94
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F-1 Visa (if applicable)
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Current I-20 (if applicable)
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I-797 Notice (if applicable)
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EAD Card (if applicable)
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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. SEVIS Transfer (for OPT students): 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).