Curricular Practical Training (CPT) is employment authorization that allows an F-1 student to engage in an off-campus academic internship (paid or unpaid) that is an optional part of the academic curriculum. CTU offers part-time CPT of up to 20 hours per week during the academic quarter. Eligible students register for the MA750 Curricular Practical Training course and receive (2) units upon successful completion.

 

Eligibility requirements are as follows:
1. Maintain a minimum quarterly GPA of 2.7 (B-).
2. Maintain Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) cumulative GPA of 3.0 (B) (refer to SAP definition under General Academic Policies).
3. Enroll in a full course of study during CPT.
4. The employment offer is directly related to the student’s field of study.
5. Sign course contract and complete all quarterly CPT course assignments as outlined in the MA750 Curricular Practical Training syllabus (i.e. employer evaluation forms, employment journal entries, industry trend reports etc.).
The following is the CPT application and enrollment process:
1. Fill out a CPT Request Form and prepare a job offer letter from the employer.
2. Schedule an appointment with the Chief Academic Officer for CPT Course Orientation and a review of your request form and offer letter.

Once you are approved, register in MA750 Curricular Practical Training (2 units) and pay the registration fee of $480.00.
4. Once payment and course enrollment are complete, a new I-20 will be issued.

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CPT authorization and course enrollment is granted one quarter at a time, and requires reapplying each quarter to continue CPT. A new Job Offer Letter is required for each new CPT enrollment. CPT units do not count towards fulfilling graduation and degree requirements.