Executive MBA (EMBA)
The Executive MBA at Ottawa University is a 42-credit-hour program meticulously designed for mid-to-senior level professionals seeking to excel in the global marketplace. The curriculum integrates core business disciplines like managerial finance and economics with a mandatory workplace practicum that allows students to apply classroom learning to their current employment. Students can tailor their degree through high-demand concentrations, including Business Data Analytics, Information Technology, and Operational Effectiveness. Delivered in a flexible hybrid format, the program requires on-campus attendance just one weekend every sixteen weeks, making it an ideal choice for busy executives.
Master of Science (M.S.) - Computer Science (MSCS)
Ottawa’s MSCS is a STEM-designated program that provides a comprehensive foundation in advanced computing, focusing on practical applications across various industrial sectors. The 42-credit-hour curriculum covers essential topics such as cloud system design, scalable computer architecture, and ethics in computer science. Students have the opportunity to specialize in cutting-edge fields like Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning, gaining hands-on experience through integrated executive practicums. This program prepares innovative leaders to design and manage complex software and network systems in a rapidly evolving digital landscape.
Master of Science (M.S.) - Nursing (MSN)
The CCNE-accredited MSN program at Ottawa University empowers registered nurses to transition into advanced practice leadership or educational roles. The 36-credit-hour curriculum features core courses in advanced pathophysiology, pharmacology, and health assessment to ensure clinical excellence. Students can choose between two specialized tracks—Nurse Educator or Nurse Leader—allowing them to customize their education toward teaching or healthcare management. Through a patient-focused framework and flexible online delivery, the program prepares graduates to improve health outcomes for diverse populations in complex medical systems.
Doctor of Business Administration (DBA)
The DBA at Ottawa University is a professional doctorate designed for experienced leaders who wish to master the "science of business" through evidence-based research and strategic application. This 56-credit-hour program combines rigorous online scholarship with three-day on-campus residencies held six times per year to foster high-level networking and mentorship. The curriculum emphasizes knowledge-based competitive strategy and financial value generation, culminating in an applied research project that solves real-world organizational problems. Graduates emerge as elite scholar-practitioners ready to influence the future of global management, consulting, and executive leadership.
Tuition is generally presented as a fixed semester rate, which includes the cost of the required CPT/Practicum courses.
Master’s Programs (EMBA, MSCS, MSN):
Cost Per Semester: $5,370
Total Program Cost: $32,220 (6 Semesters)
Annual Cost Estimate: $16,110 (3 Semesters)
DBA Program
Cost Per Semester: $5,525
Total Program Cost: $49,725 (9 Semesters)
Annual Cost Estimate: $16,575 (3 Semesters)
Technology Fee: $150 per semester
OU operates on a trimester (three-semester) system per year (Spring, Summer, Fall), facilitating continuous CPT eligibility.
| Policy Item | Detail | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Intake Terms | 6 per year (e.g., January, March, May, July, August, October). | ||
| Enrollment Requirement | Students must be enrolled full-time, taking at least 2 courses (6 credits) per semester to maintain F-1 status and CPT eligibility. | ||
| CPT Start Eligibility | Day 1 CPT is authorized for eligible F-1 transfer students. CPT may start up to 30 days before the program start date. | ||
| CPT Renewal | CPT is typically authorized for one calendar year at a time but is tied to the program's required internship course, and is seamlessly renewable for the duration of the program. | ||
| CPT Required Credits | Master's programs typically require 6 credits of internship to graduate. | ||
