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1. University Overview
In 2023, National Louis University was ranked as the No. 30 Best National University, and No. 1 Best Bang for Your Buck (Midwest) by Washington Monthly.
Program Highlights
2. Hybrid Programs at National Louis University
3. Terms and Deadlines at National Louis University
|Next Available Terms
| Term Name | Program Start Date | Application Deadline | |
| DBA Fall 2025 | 08/25/2025 | 08/11/2025 (F1 Transfer Students iStudents who are currently on F1 status, including OPT.) 06/25/2025 (New F1 Students iStudents who are on any other visa status or not in the US.) | |
| MS Fall 2025 | 09/22/2025 | 09/08/2025 (F1 Transfer Students iStudents who are currently on F1 status, including OPT.) 07/22/2025 (New F1 Students iStudents who are on any other visa status or not in the US.) | |
| DBA Winter 2026 | 01/12/2026 | 12/26/2025 (F1 Transfer Students iStudents who are currently on F1 status, including OPT.) 11/12/2025 (New F1 Students iStudents who are on any other visa status or not in the US.) | |
| MS Winter 2026 | 01/19/2026 | 01/05/2026 (F1 Transfer Students iStudents who are currently on F1 status, including OPT.) 11/19/2025 (New F1 Students iStudents who are on any other visa status or not in the US.) |
3. Terms and Deadlines at National Louis University
|Next Available Terms
DBA Fall 2025
- Program Start Date:08/25/2025
- Application Deadline:
- F1 Transfer Students i: 08/11/2025
- New F1 Students i: 06/25/2025
MS Fall 2025
- Program Start Date:09/22/2025
- Application Deadline:
- F1 Transfer Students i: 09/08/2025
- New F1 Students i: 07/22/2025
DBA Winter 2026
- Program Start Date:01/12/2026
- Application Deadline:
- F1 Transfer Students i: 12/26/2025
- New F1 Students i: 11/12/2025
MS Winter 2026
- Program Start Date:01/19/2026
- Application Deadline:
- F1 Transfer Students i: 01/05/2026
- New F1 Students i: 11/19/2025
4. Tuitions and Scholarships
|Tuition Estimate
| Program | Cost Per Credit | Annual Tuition | Total Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| MS Business Data Analytics | $790 | $18,960 | $23,700 |
| MS Organizational Leadership | $790 | $18,960 | $23,700 |
| Doctorate of Business Administration | $790 | $8,888 | $47,400 |
|Payment Plans
❌ Not Available
|Available Scholarships
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5. Hybrid Formats for International Students at National Louis University
|Onsite Policy:
National Louis University requires international student attend onsite residency class once per term.
once per term for a full weekend
|Vacation Policy:
International students at National Louis University cannot take term breaks.
- N/A
- Students cannot apply for CPT work authorization during the vacation period.
6. CPT Policies
National Louis University adheres to USCIS regulations to authorize CPT for international students.
| Eligibility for CPT from Program Start
✅ Current OPT and F1 students may obtain CPT Authorization from Day 1 of the program.
✅ Oversea applicants may obtain CPT Authorization from Day 1 of the program.
✅ Change of Status (to F1 Status) applicants may obtain CPT Authorization from Day 1 of the program.
| CPT Details
CPT authorization needs to be renewed every year.
CPT is required for graduation.
CPT is an integral part of the MS & DBA programs and participation is required. CPT is authorized from day 1 for the duration of the program with no gaps or breaks.
7. Admission Requirements
Minimum GPA: 3.0-3.2
(GoElite offers a flexible admission plan)
Minimum English Proficiency: TOEFL [80]; IELS [6.5]; PET [54]; Duolingo [105]
(Contact GoElite to Waive the Requirement)
Application Checklist:
- Transcript - All Transcripts
- Resume
- Passport
- Financial Proof
- Recommendation Letters
- Statement of Purpose
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8. FAQs for National Louis University
All programs use a hybrid structure where students take two 3-credit courses per term—one fully online and one requiring a 3-day weekend on-campus session per semester.
MS programs offer four start dates per year (e.g., Jan, Apr, Jun, Sep), while the DBA program typically starts three times annually (e.g., Jan, May)
CPT is integral to the curriculum and available from enrollment start. Students must maintain at least a 3.0 GPA, ensure their CPT internship aligns with their field of study, submit required documentation to the DSO, and renew CPT annually.
CPT can start up to 30 days before the program’s first day and is authorized semester by semester, renewable annually based on academic standing.
NLU operates in two main locations: Chicago, Illinois, and a regional campus in Tampa, Florida.