Ottawa University
Location: Knoxville, TN
TuitionFee: $12,600/year
Accreditation: SACSCOC
School Type: Private Non-Profit
Enrollment Windows: May/Jun/Aug/Sep/Jan/Mar
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Onsite Frequency: 1/semester, 3 days every visit
CPT Renew Frequency: Update 1 time per semester
CPT Programs: EMBA, MSBA (STEM), MSPM
Location: Surprise, AZ; Overland Park, KS; Ottawa, KS; Brookfield, WI
TuitionFee: $16,110-$16,575/year
Accreditation: Higher Learning Commission
School Type: Private Non-Profit
Enrollment Windows: May/Jun/Jul/Aug/Oct
Onsite Frequency: Master's: 1/semester; Doctor's: 2/semester
CPT Renew Frequency: Update 1 time per year
CPT Programs: EMBA, DBA, MS Nursing
Ottawa University Overview
Ottawa University, founded in 1865, has grown from a single building into a comprehensive educational institution with a rich history of over 150 years. It now serves more than 4,000 students through its two residential campuses in Ottawa, Kansas, and Surprise, Arizona, as well as its adult and graduate studies campuses located in Kansas City, Milwaukee, Phoenix, and through online platforms. Ottawa University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, a status it has held since 1914. The university's Business School is nationally accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP), and its Nursing program is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE). Additionally, Ottawa University is approved by the National Council for the Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE) and the Kansas State Department of Education (KSDE).
Ottawa University’s Executive Master of Business Administration (EMBA) program is particularly popular among international students, especially for its Day 1 CPT options. With campuses in Arizona, Kansas, and Wisconsin, the university offers convenient locations for students and professionals working in central states and on the West Coast. As a non-profit institution with both national and regional accreditation, Ottawa University ensures that its graduates are well-positioned for career success, including participation in the Master's Cap H1B lottery, and generally face no issues during H1B application reviews by USCIS.
Policies & Tuition
- Academic Policy
- CPT Policy
- Onsite Policy
- Tuition and Scholarship
Academic Policy
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Ottawa University operates on a tri-semester system (three semesters each year), with each semester lasting four months.
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Each semester includes two 8-week sessions, with a requirement to complete a 3-credit course in each session.
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Students must also undertake a 1-credit practical course (CPT) each semester.
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Total Credits per Semester: 7 credits are required to be completed each semester.
CPT Policy
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Work Authorization: The EMBA, DBA, and MS Nursing programs provide Day 1 CPT work authorization.
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Hybrid Format: Courses are delivered through online and onsite classes.
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Onsite Class Locations: On-site classes are available in Kansas City, Phoenix, or Milwaukee.
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CPT Authorization starts on the first day of classes. There is no gap between CPT authorizations.
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CPT Renew: CPT authorization requires annual renewal each academic year.
Onsite Policy
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Course Requirements: Each semester, students must complete two courses: one online and one on-site.
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Campus Attendance Frequency: Master's students are required to visit the campus once per semester for a full weekend of on-site classes. DBA students are required to attend the session twice per semester.
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Failure to attend will result in the termination of F1 student status.
Tuition and Scholarship
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Tuition Fee
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Program |
Total Tuition |
Annual Tuition |
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EMBA |
$32,220 |
$16,110 |
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MSN |
$32,220 |
$16,110 |
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DBA |
$50,000 |
$16,670 |
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Other Fees:
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Application Fee $75 (Contact Us to waive)
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Technology Fee $150/semester
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Scholarships: Ottawa University offers scholarships exclusively for undergraduate students; there are no scholarships available for graduate programs.
Day 1 CPT Programs
Master's programs:
- Requires completion of 36-42 credits;
- Typically finished in an average of 24 months, with the option to extend up to a maximum of 3 years for graduation;
- Can provide up to 2-3 additional opportunities for H1B lottery.
Doctoral programs:
- Requires completion of 56 credits;
- Typically finished in an average of 36 months.
- Can provide up to 3-4 additional opportunities for H1B lottery.
Ottawa University's EMBA is a fast-growing program for professionals, combining a weekly workplace practicum with on-campus classes one weekend every eight weeks in Kansas City, Phoenix, or Milwaukee. Integrated with the Blackboard Learning Management System, the EMBA aligns coursework with students' jobs, fostering practical application, networking, and the integration of theory with professional experience. To graduate, students need to complete 6 core courses (18 credits), 6 concentration courses (18 credits), and CPT courses equivalent to 6 credits.
Core Courses (18 credits):
- BUS 7000 Organizational Behavior and Theory
- BUS 7200 Value Systems & Professional Ethics
- BUS 7500 Managerial Economics
- BUS 7600 Managerial Finance
- BUS 7800 Management Accounting
- BUS 8500 Grad Seminar: Business Policies and Strategies
4 Concentrations (18 credits):
- Information Technology (STEM): Available at Phoenix, Ottawa, and Milwaukee campuses.
- Business Data Analytics (STEM): Available only at the main campus in Kansas.
- Operational Effectiveness (Non-STEM): Available only at the Phoenix campus.
- Healthcare Management (Non-STEM): Available only at the Phoenix campus.
Ottawa University’s DBA program is an application-based doctoral degree that combines rigorous scholarship with a focus on real-world practice. Through empirical exploration in strategy and evidence-based decision-making, students develop successful data-driven strategies for their organizations. Designed for those advancing in management, leadership, and consulting, the program prepares students for gaining success in strategic evidence-based management. To graduate, students need to complete 56 credits.
Core Courses:
- ARP 9001 Applied Research Project: Research Execution I
- ARP 9002 Applied Research Project: Research Execution II
- ARP 9003 Applied Research Project: Research Execution III
- ARP 9004 Applied Research Project: Research Execution IV
- ARP 9200 Applied Research Project Defense
- BUS 8650 Strategic Organizational Development
- BUS 8652 Informed Decision Making
- BUS 8660 Financial Value Generation Strategy
- BUS 8665 Strategic Human Capital Management
- BUS 8670 Knowledge-based Competitive Strategy
- BUS 8680 Technology-driven Organizational Challenges
- BUS 8690 Strategy Implementation Methodologies
- BUS 8750 Doctoral Orientation: Writing At The Doctoral Level
- BUS 8760 Survey of Business Strategy
- BUS 8902 Special Topics: 21st Century Strategy
- BUS 9005 Doctoral Colloquium
- BUS 9100 Oral Comprehensive
- DRES 8651 Quantitative Research Methodology I
- DRES 8653 Qualitative Research Methodology I
- DRES 8751 Quantitative Research Methodology II
- DRES 8753 Qualitative Research Methodology II
Supplemental Courses:
- ARP 9005 Applied Research Project: Research Continuation I
- ARP 9006 Applied Research Project: Research Continuation II
- ARP 9007 Applied Research Project: Research Continuation III
This 2-year, 36-credit MS Nursing program is designed to enhance patient care quality and expand career opportunities for its graduates. This innovative program aims to help students achieve their personal and professional aspirations while potentially increasing their earning potential. As a CCNE-accredited program since March 2019, valid through December 2024, it prepares graduates to become servant leaders in various settings, thereby improving health outcomes for a wide range of populations. The accreditation by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education underscores the program's commitment to excellence in nursing education. To graduate, students need to complete 54 credits.
Core Courses (18 credit hours):
- Transition to the Graduate Nursing Role (3)
- Advanced Pathophysiology (3)
- Advanced Pharmacology (3)
- Advanced Health Assessment (3)
- Research to Improve Quality and Safety for Graduate Nursing Roles (3)
- Cultural Diversity, Policy and Advocacy with Population Health (3)
Nurse Educator Specialization (18 credit hours):
- Foundations for Nurse Educator Practice (3 credits)
- Teaching Strategies for Today’s Nurse Educator (3 credits)
- Curriculum Design and Assessment Techniques in Nursing Education (3 credits)
- Instructional Technology and Simulation in Nursing Education (3 credits)
- Nurse Educator Practicum (3 credits)
- Nurse Educator Capstone (3 credits)
Nurse Leadership Specialization (18 credit hours):
- Foundations for Nurse Leader Practice (3 credits)
- Health Information and Systems Management as a Nurse Leader (3 credits)
- Legal and Ethical Issues for Nurse Leaders (3 credits)
- Business Concepts for Nurse Leaders (3 credits)
- Nurse Leader Practicum (3 credits)
- Nurse Leader Capstone (3 credits)
Enrollment Windows
| Terms | Semester Start Date | Application Deadline | CPT Start Date |
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| Fall1 | 8/26/2024 | 7/26/2024 | 8/26/2024 |
| Fall2 | 10/21/2024 | 9/20/2024 | 10/21/2024 |
| Spring1 | 1/13/2025 | 12/13/2024 | 1/13/2025 |
| Spring2 | 3/10/2025 | 2/7/2025 | 3/10/2025 |
| Summer1 | 5/6/2025 | 4/5/2025 | 5/6/2025 |
| Summer2 | 7/1/2025 | 5/31/2025 | 7/1/2025 |
- To apply for the EMBA program at the University of Ottawa, candidates must have a graduate degree with over 3 years of work experience, or an undergraduate degree with more than 5 years of work experience.
- Initial F1 Students: 3 months before the first day of the term.
- If you missed the deadline, please get in touch with us. We are the official recruitment partner of Ottawa University and can help you accelerate your application.
Application
1. Start the Application: Fill out the form below.
- The application fee is $75. As an official recruitment partner of Ottawa University, we can help you waive the application fee (contact us).
2. Upload personal application information, including:
- Personal Information Collection Sheet
- Statement of Purpose (This can be waived for students who have worked or studied in the USA)
- Official Academic Transcript
- 3 Letters of Recommendations
- Language Proficiency Scores: This requirement can be waived for students who have worked or earned a degree in the USA
- IELTS 6.5
- TOEFL 79
- Duolingo English Test 105
- I-20 Form (Submit the most recent version)
- I-94 Form (Download by selecting 'Get Most Recent I-94')
- Passport
- Visa
- Resume
- Proof of Financial Resources (A bank statement from the past three months showing a balance of over $28,990, or an equivalent amount in Chinese Yuan, is acceptable)
The processing of an application typically takes 2-3 weeks; contact us in urgent cases for expedited processing, which can reduce the processing time to 1-3 days.
3. After receiving the acceptance letter, confirm the SEVIS transfer date with your advisor. Then, complete the SEVIS Transfer Form to transfer your SEVIS record from your current institution to Ottawa University.
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