Ottawa University
π 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
π 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 1pmβ9pm, Saturday 8amβ6pm, Sunday 8amβ1pm
Masterβs 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
π° 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: $27,612β$49,728 (depending on program)
No application fee | Tuition includes CPT authorization
π 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 β Masterβs + 3β5 years or Bachelorβs + 5β7 years experience. MSCS β 1 year experience. DBA β Statements of Commitment & Research Interest required.
Minimum GPA: 3.0 | Max Transferable Credits: 6
π£οΈ English Proficiency
Waive Policy: Not required if studied or worked in the USA.
π Application Checklist
β
Online Application Form
β
Official Transcript (Evaluation Required)
β
Resume
β
Passport
β
Financial Proof (Bank Statement)
β
Recommendation Letters
β
Statement of Purpose
Not Required:
β Application Fee ($0)
β Interview
β Job Offer Before Application
π 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.
π‘ 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
π Location Benefits
Kansas City Area (Overland Park): Midwest business center, affordable living, tech growth
Arizona (Surprise): Phoenix metro area, expanding business sector, mild weather
ποΈ Schedule Flexibility
β’ DBA: Bi-monthly (FriβSun weekends)
β’ EMBA: One weekend every 16 weeks
β’ Ideal for full-time professionals
πΌ 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
ποΈ 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)
π― 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
π« NOT Ideal For
β’ Students without experience
β’ Those seeking daily classes or full-time on-campus programs