Westcliff University
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About Westcliff University
Westcliff University, established in 1993 and accredited by WSCUC and ACBSP, offers programs in Business, Education, Technology & Engineering, and Law. It provides flexible undergraduate and graduate degrees - available online or on-site at campuses in Southern California, Florida, Texas Westcliff blends practical and theoretical learning to prepare students for real-world careers, with a strong focus on student success through career services, academic support, and industry-aligned faculty. Its affordable programs are backed by leaders from Google, Deloitte, Hyundai, and other top organizations.
Why Students Choose Westcliff University
Westcliff University adheres to USCIS regulations to authorize CPT for international students.
Current OPT and F1 students may obtain CPT Authorization from Day 1.
Overseas applicants may obtain CPT Authorization from Day 1.
CPT authorization needs to be renewed every term.
CPT is not required for graduation.
- Semester Renewal: An employer‑signed CPT Agreement is required each term. If your employer cannot sign, you may submit an Employment Verification Letter as an alternative (please check with your advisor).
- Application Timing: Submit your CPT application at least two weeks before each semester starts. if you miss the deadline for CPT applications, you will not be able to apply for CPT until the next semester starts.
- Academic Standing: Maintain a 3.0+ cumulative GPA,falling below this threshold may terminate your CPT authorization.
Programs Offered
All programs below include CPT as a curricular component.
The MBA program’s Weekly and Professional formats are offered at the Irvine and Santa Monica campuses. The San Francisco, Miami, Orlando, and Dallas campuses offer the Professional format only. The MBA degree program prepares students for careers in a wide variety of business and management fields. ...
The MSCS program is offered in both Weekly and Professional formats at the Irvine campus. The Santa Monica, San Francisco, Miami, Orlando, and Dallas campuses offer the Professional format only. The Masters of Science in Computer Science (MSCS) is designed to advance the professional careers of ...
The MSIT program is offered in both Weekly and Professional formats at the Irvine campus. The Santa Monica, San Francisco, Miami, Orlando, and Dallas campuses offer the Professional format only. The Masters of Science in Information Technology (MSIT) degree program provides a holistic perspective ...
The MSEM program is offered in both Weekly and Professional formats at the Irvine campus. The Santa Monica, San Francisco, Orlando, and Dallas campuses offer the Professional format only. The program is not currently available at the Miami campus. The Master of Science in Engineering Management ...
The MA TESOL program is offered in the Weekly format at the Irvine campus and in the Professional format at the Miami campus. The Master’s Degree in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (MATESOL) program produces graduates with the skills to train teaching faculty who excel in their ...
The EdD Weekly Program is offered exclusively at the Irvine campus. The Doctorate of Education (EdD) in Leadership, Curriculum, and Instruction is designed to prepare scholar-practitioners for impactful roles in education, focusing on curriculum development and instructional improvement. This ...
The DBA program’s Weekly and Professional formats are offered at both the Irvine and Santa Monica campuses. Stackable also offered in Irvine. The San Francisco, Miami, Orlando, and Dallas campuses offer the Professional format only. The Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) program is designed ...
The BACS Weekly Program is offered exclusively at the Irvine campus. The Bachelor of Science in Computer Science (BSCS) degree program offered by Westcliff University is an interdisciplinary program from a holistic perspective, with an emphasis on the disciplines within the field of Computer ...
The BBA Weekly Program is offered exclusively at the Irvine campus. The Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) program at Westcliff University, offered both online and in a hybrid format, equips students with a broad foundation in key business disciplines including finance, accounting, ...
The BSIT Weekly Program is offered exclusively at the Irvine campus. The Bachelor of Science in Information Technology program offered by Westcliff University is an interdisciplinary program from a holistic perspective, with an emphasis on Information Technology. The program is designed to provide ...
The BAEd Weekly Program is offered exclusively at the Irvine campus. The Bachelor of Arts in Education (BAEd) degree prepares students to seek employment in entry-level positions in elementary or secondary education. Students learn to adapt curriculum to the needs of children from diverse ...
The MBA program’s Weekly and Professional formats are offered at the Irvine and Santa Monica campuses. The San Francisco, Miami, Orlando, and Dallas campuses offer the Professional format only. The MBA degree program prepares students for careers in a wide variety of business and management fields. ...
The DBA program’s Weekly and Professional formats are offered at both the Irvine and Santa Monica campuses. Stackable also offered in Irvine. The San Francisco, Miami, Orlando, and Dallas campuses offer the Professional format only. The Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) program is designed ...
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