Indiana Wesleyan University
📍 Campus Location
City: Merrillville, Indiana
Address: 8415 Georgia Street, Merrillville, IN 46410
🎓 Program Details
Degree Level: Master's
Program Length: 20 months (4 months / semester)
All Programs: STEM-Designated
Programs Offered:
• Master of Science in Artificial Intelligence, specializing in Data Analytics (STEM)
• MS Data Analytics (STEM)
• MS in Computer Information Systems - Artificial Intelligence (STEM)
• MS in IT Project Management (STEM)
💰 Tuition & Fee Breakdown
Program
Duration
Estimated Cost
MS in Artificial Intelligence (Data Analytics)
20 months
$16,970
MS Data Analytics
20 months
$16,970
MS in Computer Information Systems - AI
20 months
$16,970
MS in IT Project Management
20 months
$16,970
Fee Component
• Application Fee: $0 (No application fee)
• Estimated Program Cost: $16,970
Cost Breakdown:
Total: $16,970 | Per Month: $849 | Per Semester (4 months): $3,394 | Per Year: $10,182
🏆 LOWEST COST UNIVERSITY
Indiana Wesleyan University has the LOWEST tuition among all 17 Day-1 CPT universities:
• Total Program Cost: $16,970
• Saves $4,000+ vs. New England College ($17,460)
• Saves $84,000+ vs. most expensive (Westcliff - $101,244)
• Best value for money in Day-1 CPT education
📝 Application Requirements
Eligibility & CPT Information
CPT Policy: CPT requests for both initial and COS students must be formally submitted and reviewed case-by-case by DSO.
• More selective CPT approval process than other universities.
• Minimum GPA: 2.5
• Max Transferable Credits: 6
🗣️ English Proficiency
Waive Policy: Not required if you have studied or worked in the USA.
📂 Application Checklist
✅ Online Application Form
✅ Official Transcript
• Evaluation Required: Yes
• Internal Evaluation Available: Yes
• Accepted Evaluation Agencies: US Degree, NACES®
• Requirement: All Transcripts
✅ Passport
✅ Financial Proof (Bank Statement)
Not Required:
❌ Application Fee ($0)
❌ Resume
❌ Recommendation Letters
❌ Statement of Purpose
❌ Interview
❌ Job Offer Before Application
💡 Key Features
Program Highlights:
• LOWEST COST: $16,970 total — most affordable Day-1 CPT university
• 100% STEM programs
• 20-month fast completion
• Focused on AI, Data Analytics, IT
• No application fee
• Minimal documentation
Cost Advantages:
• Cheapest option among all Day-1 CPT universities
• No application fee
• Internal transcript evaluation available
• Fast completion saves living costs
• Indiana = lower cost of living
Academic Focus:
• Artificial Intelligence programs
• Data Analytics
• IT Project Management
• Computer Information Systems (AI specialization)
Location Benefits:
• Merrillville, Indiana — part of Chicago metro area
• 30 miles from Chicago downtown
• Major job market access with lower living cost
• No city income tax
CPT Structure:
• Reviewed individually by DSO (case-by-case)
• Both new F-1 and COS students eligible
• Formal CPT application required
Application Simplicity:
• No application fee
• No resume, recommendations, or SOP
• Simple, straightforward documentation
🏛️ Notable Unique Features
• LOWEST TUITION: $16,970 total
• Chicago metro area access
• Simplest application process
• Fast 20-month completion
• Case-by-case CPT review
• Strong AI and Data Analytics focus
• Only Day-1 CPT university in Indiana
📊 Comparison to Other Universities
Cost Comparison (Master's Programs):
• Indiana Wesleyan: $16,970 ⭐ CHEAPEST
• New England College: $17,460
• Avila University: $18,288
• Concordia University Texas: $21,000
• Most others: $21,000–35,000
• Westcliff (Doctoral): $101,244
Savings Example:
• Save $10,000+ vs. average Master’s cost ($27k)
• Save $18,940 vs. Westcliff Master’s
• $500–900 per month savings
🎯 Ideal For
• Budget-conscious students
• AI & Data Analytics enthusiasts
• Fast 20-month completion seekers
• Chicago area access
• Students wanting STEM designation
• Applicants who prefer simple, low-cost process
⚠️ Important Consideration
CPT Approval Process: Indiana Wesleyan reviews CPT requests individually (not automatic).
• Requires formal application
• Review by DSO per student
• May require more documentation
• Approval time can vary