Ottawa University
πŸ“ Campus Locations
Ottawa (Overland Park, Kansas)
Address: 6450 Sprint Pkwy, Suite 200 Overland Park, KS 66211
SEVIS Code: KAN214F00408001

Surprise, Arizona
Address: 15950 N. Civic Center Plaza, Surprise, AZ 85374
πŸŽ“ Program Details
Doctoral Programs
β€’ Doctor of Business Administration (DBA)
Program Length: 36 months (4 months / semester)
Concentrations: Strategic Human Capital Management, Informed Decision Making, Financial Value Generation Strategy, Knowledge-Based Competitive Strategy, Strategic Implementation Methodologies, 21st Century Strategy
Onsite Frequency: Bi-Monthly (two full weekends per semester)
Schedule: Friday 1pm–9pm, Saturday 8am–6pm, Sunday 8am–1pm
Master’s Programs
β€’ Executive MBA (Non-STEM): 24 months | Concentrations: Operational Effectiveness, Healthcare Management | Onsite: One weekend every 16 weeks
β€’ Executive MBA (STEM): 24 months | Concentrations: Business Data Analytics, Information Technology
β€’ MS Computer Science (STEM): 24 months | Concentrations: AI & ML, Cyber Security
β€’ Master of Science in Nursing (MSN): 24 months | Concentrations: Nurse Educator, Nurse Leadership
πŸ’° Tuition & Fee Breakdown
Program
Credits
Per Credit
Program Length
Annual Cost
Total Cost
Doctor of Business Administration (DBA)
56
$888
36 months
$16,576
$49,728
Executive MBA
42
$767
24 months
$16,107
$32,214
MS Computer Science
42
$767
24 months
$13,806
$27,612
Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)
42
$767
24 months
Varies
Varies
Fee Range: $27,612–$49,728 (depending on program)
No application fee | Tuition includes CPT authorization
πŸ“ Application Requirements
CPT Policy: CPT is an integral, required part of all programs with no breaks. Authorized for the entire duration of study.
Professional Experience Requirements: EMBA – Master’s + 3–5 years or Bachelor’s + 5–7 years experience. MSCS – 1 year experience. DBA – Statements of Commitment & Research Interest required.
Minimum GPA: 3.0 | Max Transferable Credits: 6
πŸ—£οΈ English Proficiency
Waive Policy: Not required if studied or worked in the USA.
πŸ“‚ Application Checklist
βœ… Online Application Form
βœ… Official Transcript (Evaluation Required)
βœ… Resume
βœ… Passport
βœ… Financial Proof (Bank Statement)
βœ… Recommendation Letters
βœ… Statement of Purpose
Not Required:
❌ Application Fee ($0)
❌ Interview
❌ Job Offer Before Application
πŸ“˜ Program Descriptions
Doctor of Business Administration (DBA): A practical, research-driven doctorate with residencies twice per semester, focusing on data-based strategic business leadership.
Executive MBA (EMBA): Weekend-based classes (once every 16 weeks), applying real-world workplace projects directly to coursework.
πŸ’‘ Key Features
β€’ Dual campus locations: Kansas City (Overland Park) & Arizona (Surprise)
β€’ Weekend-based flexible schedules
β€’ DBA residencies: Six 3-day sessions per year
β€’ CPT required for all programs
β€’ Designed for working professionals
🌍 Location Benefits
Kansas City Area (Overland Park): Midwest business center, affordable living, tech growth
Arizona (Surprise): Phoenix metro area, expanding business sector, mild weather
πŸ—“οΈ Schedule Flexibility
β€’ DBA: Bi-monthly (Fri–Sun weekends)
β€’ EMBA: One weekend every 16 weeks
β€’ Ideal for full-time professionals
πŸ’Ό Cost Breakdown
β€’ EMBA: $32,214 | 24 months | 42 credits
β€’ MSCS: $27,612 | 24 months | 42 credits
β€’ DBA: $49,728 | 36 months | 56 credits
β€’ No application fee | Competitive per-credit pricing
πŸ›οΈ Notable Unique Features
β€’ Dual-campus (Midwest & Southwest)
β€’ Weekend-based programs
β€’ Required CPT
β€’ Professional experience prerequisites
β€’ Includes Nursing program (rare among Day-1 CPT schools)
🎯 Ideal For
β€’ Working professionals
β€’ 3+ years experience holders
β€’ Students preferring weekend classes
β€’ Those seeking required CPT experience
β€’ Nursing, MBA, or DBA aspirants
🚫 NOT Ideal For
β€’ Students without experience
β€’ Those seeking daily classes or full-time on-campus programs