Trine University: No.1 cost-effective Day 1 CPT university in the U.S.

Trine University is undoubtedly the most cost-effective Day 1 CPT university in the U.S. Regardless of whether you’re in the East, Midwest, or West, you can easily manage onsite requirements. The program allows you to balance study, work, and life seamlessly. The entire program budget is under $19K. 

University Overview

Trine University, originally named Tri-State College, was founded in 1884 and is a prominent private university in the U.S. with over 130 years of history. In 2008, it was renamed Trine University. Its main campus is located in Angola, Indiana, in the heart of Steuben, also known as the “Town of a Hundred Lakes.” The area is very safe and has a pleasant environment. The university’s name originates from its location at the junction of Indiana, Ohio, and Michigan.

Consider Trine University if you:

• Do not yet have a master’s degree or higher
• Obtained your previous degree from a non-profit university
• Meet any of the above conditions

CPT-Supported Master’s/Doctoral Programs

• Master of Business Administration (MBA)
• Master of Science in Engineering Management (STEM)
• Master of Science in Information Studies (STEM)
• Master of Science in Business Analytics (STEM)
• Doctor of Information Technology (STEM)

Campus Locations for Master’s Programs

• Eastern Campus: Michigan-Detroit
  • Address: 1000 Republic Drive, Allen Park, Michigan 48101
• Western Campus: Arizona-Phoenix
  • Address: 326 E Coronado Rd. Phoenix, Arizona 85004
• New Eastern Campus: DMV Campus: Virginia-Reston
  • Address: 1881 Campus Commons Dr. Reston, VA 20191

You can transfer between campuses during your studies, and your I-20 will be updated accordingly.

Total Tuition

For Master’s Program: The total tuition is $17,250 (10 courses, 30 credits, $575/credit). Additionally, you need to choose 0.5 CPT credits per semester.

For Doctoral Program: The DIT program’s total tuition is $42,000 (20 courses, 60 credits, $700/credit). Additionally, you need to choose 0.5 CPT credits per semester.

Program Duration

Master’s program : Master’s program duration is 2.5 years, completing 5 semesters of courses. If it is your first master’s program, you can apply to complete it in 1 year, ensuring that the full-time CPT usage is less than one year during the study period, allowing you to apply for up to 3 years of OPT after graduation.

Doctoral Program: The DIT program duration can be completed in 2-5 years. If the full-time CPT usage is less than one year during the study period, you can apply for up to 3 years of doctor-level OPT after graduation.

Enrollment Windows Each Year

Master’s program: January, March, June, August, October (can graduate in one year from any start window)

DIT program: January and August

CPT Approval Documents Requirement

Job Offer and CPT agreement. If the employer does not sign the agreement, an employment verification letter provided by the employer can be used instead. For a template recommended by the school, you can contact CISI.

Onsite Class Frequency and Schedule

The entire program adopts a hybrid model. You need to attend an onsite in-person class once per semester, which may be scheduled on a Saturday or Sunday from 8 AM to 5 PM. Arriving late will be considered absent.

Application Materials Requirement

• Copy of passport and visa page
• Degree certificate and transcripts
• Personal statement
• English proficiency test scores (waived for applicants with a U.S. degree)
• Recommendation letters (can be waived)
• GRE/GMAT (can be waived)
• Financial proof (no less than $17,250, financial proof can be under another person’s name with supporting documents)

Processing Time for Admission

Typically 2-3 weeks. CISI offers free expedited processing to receive an offer on the same day or the next day.

Application Deadlines

According to the school website, the deadline is two weeks before the start of classes; however, if there are too many applicants, the school may close the application early.

Scholarships

Scholarships are only available for undergraduate students. Even without scholarships, the total cost is still much lower than programs that offer scholarships. CISI offers exclusive scholarships for new students. Applicants who fill in CISI on the application form and maintain a GPA > 3.0 in the first semester qualify for the $500 minimum Good Status Scholarship.

Application Process

1. Register for an online application account on the Trine University website
2. Fill in your personal information and CISI ([email protected]) information, no application fee, and get a scholarship
3. Upload application materials and click submit
4. Notify Trine Admissions Officer Srijana via email at [email protected] with the template:
5. If there is no response due to a large number of applications, please be patient. CISI will communicate with Srijana about CISI students’ application progress every Tuesday and Friday.

Hi Srijana,

This is [Your Name], I just submitted my application for the MBA/MSIS/MSEM/MSBA program starting in (month/year) at Trine University. Please kindly review my application and let me know if there is anything else I need to provide. Thank you.

Sincerely,

[Your Name]

If you are interested in Trine University, please contact CISI for more information. We are dedicated to provide free consultancy to all international students in the US.