Indiana Wesleyan University
Indiana's largest private university, offering hybrid professional Master's and Doctor of Business Administration programs that blend online study with short weekend residencies.
- Merrillville, IN (near Chicago) & Forney, TX
- Higher Learning Commission (HLC), with specialized ACBSP (business) and CCNE (nursing) accreditation
- Master's & DBA
- On-site: 1 residency / term
- Intakes: Winter A, Winter B, Winter C, Summer A, Summer B, Summer C
About Indiana Wesleyan University
Indiana Wesleyan University is a private Christian university founded in 1920 and today one of the largest private universities in Indiana, serving around 14,000 students each year — most of them working adults in online and regional programs.
For international professionals, IWU offers hybrid professional programs based at its Merrillville, Indiana location near Chicago, with an additional Texas location in Forney. Each term combines a fully online course with a hybrid course and built-in practical training, so you can keep building industry experience while you study.
Regionally accredited by the Higher Learning Commission
Master's programs qualify for the H-1B master's cap
Practical training built into every term
Low on-site attendance near Chicago
Programs at IWU
Graduate programs available to international students through Tree Global Overseas.
Master of Business Administration (incl. Data Analytics & IT Management tracks)
Business & Management
Master's in Management (Data Analytics, Healthcare Administration, Healthcare Informatics, IT)
Business & Management
Doctor of Business Administration (Data Analytics, Healthcare Administration, Information Systems, Management)
Business & Management
CPT & Work Authorization
- Current F-1 students, OPT holders and change-of-status applicants can be authorized for CPT from the first day of the program.
- Students applying from overseas or starting an initial F-1 program are not eligible for Day 1 CPT.
- An offer letter and a CPT agreement signed by the employer are normally required; authorization is renewed every year.
- CPT is not a graduation requirement, and it can be issued while an extension of stay is pending.
Class Format & Attendance
- Master's programs are typically 30 credits over three semesters, with a 25-month typical duration.
- One on-site residency per term (about three per year), usually Friday and Saturday.
- Your first residency includes an extra orientation session; schedules are shared around 8 weeks before each term.
- International students study continuously — term breaks are not available.
Admission Requirements
Minimum GPA
2.8 – 3.0 (flexible admission plan available)
English Proficiency
- TOEFL 85
- IELTS 6.5
- Duolingo 100
- Waiver may be possible — ask your advisor
Documents
- All academic transcripts
- Passport
- Proof of financial support
- GRE / GMAT not required
Intakes
Master's programs start six times a year; DBA starts in Winter A and Summer A. Deadlines differ for new and transfer F-1 students — ask an advisor for the next one.
Student Life at IWU
Dedicated international student and DSO support at each residency
Small cohort sections with working professionals
Large alumni network across the Midwest and beyond
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