Texas Wesleyan University CPT | The Immigration Compass

University Overview

Texas Wesleyan University, located in Fort Worth, Texas, is renowned for its personalized approach to education and small class sizes. The university offers a diverse range of MBA specializations tailored to the modern economy. For international students, Texas Wesleyan provides a supportive environment that seamlessly integrates rigorous academic study with essential professional training. All MBA programs are available as a 1-year accelerated track or a 2-year track.

Integral CPT Policy

Authorized from Semester 1*: Texas Wesleyan University considers practical training an integral part of its MBA specializations. International students enrolled in these programs are eligible for CPT authorization from the first semester, as the work experience is a required component of the academic curriculum.*

Continuous Authorization: Students maintain continuous CPT authorization for the entire duration of their 2-year master's program. The academic calendar is structured to ensure there are no gaps or breaks in CPT authorization during the academic year.

Regulatory Compliance: The university's Designated School Officials (DSO) manage the SEVIS process strictly in accordance with federal regulations. CPT is officially authorized under 8 CFR 214.2(f)(10)(i).

For more information on CPT rules, you can review the official guidelines on the Department of Homeland Security's Study in the States website.

Programs Available

MBA – Supply Chain Management Fort Worth, TX

Master's STEM

MBA – Data Analytics Fort Worth, TX

Master's STEM

MBA – Business Administration Fort Worth, TX

Master's Business

MBA – Digital Marketing Fort Worth, TX

Master's Business

MBA – Healthcare Administration Fort Worth, TX

Master's Healthcare

Program Format

Weekend Executive Format

The MBA programs feature an executive hybrid format. Students complete the majority of their coursework online but are required to attend intensive on-campus sessions in Fort Worth for one weekend per semester.

Online Learning

The remainder of your coursework is delivered entirely online via Blackboard, offering the flexibility needed to work concurrently while fulfilling your academic requirements.

Tuition

Program	Cost	Billed
Master's Programs
MBA – Supply Chain Management	$5,100	Per Semester
MBA – Data Analytics	$5,100	Per Semester
MBA – Business Administration	$5,100	Per Semester
MBA – Digital Marketing	$5,100	Per Semester
MBA – Healthcare Administration	$5,100	Per Semester
MBA – 1-Year Accelerated Track	$10,200	Per Semester

Frequently Asked Questions

Missing your CPT renewal deadline will result in a gap in your work authorization. You must immediately stop working on the date your current CPT expires and cannot resume until the DSO processes your renewal. Working without active CPT is a violation of your F-1 status.

Yes. As long as you physically travel to the designated Texas Wesleyan University campus to attend your mandatory Executive Weekend sessions, you are permitted to live and work in another state during the online portion of your studies.

Graduate students are required to maintain a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher. Falling below this threshold may place you on academic probation and jeopardize your CPT authorization and F-1 status.

Yes, you can change employers. However, you must submit a new CPT request to the DSO with your new employer's information before you begin working. CPT must be authorized by your DSO in SEVIS before you start work with the new employer.

Integral CPT allows for full-time work authorization (more than 20 hours per week). Keep in mind that utilizing full-time CPT for 12 months or more will eliminate your eligibility for post-completion OPT.

Upcoming Intakes

Term	App. Deadline	Start Date	CPT Authorized From*
Spring-1 2027	December 28, 2026	January 11, 2027	Semester 1*
Spring-2 2027	February 23, 2027	March 9, 2027	Semester 1*
Summer-1 2027	May 10, 2027	May 24, 2027	Semester 1*
Summer-2 2027	June 23, 2027	July 7, 2027	Semester 1*
Fall-1 2027	August 9, 2027	August 23, 2027	Semester 1*
Fall-2 2027	October 4, 2027	October 18, 2027	Semester 1*

Application deadlines shown are estimated at 14 days before each start date for students currently in the US on F-1 status transferring to a new institution. Start dates are subject to change. Contact us to confirm your specific intake.

Admission Requirements

GPA Requirement: Bachelor's degree with a satisfactory GPA (typically 3.0+ preferred).
English Proficiency: Valid IELTS, TOEFL, or Duolingo score for non-native speakers. Waiver available for US degree holders.
GRE/GMAT: Not required.
Required Documents: Valid Passport, Highest Degree Transcripts, Updated Resume, Proof of Funds (Bank Statement).

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