Best Day 1 CPT Schools in the DC Area? Any experiences?

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Hey everyone,

I’m currently exploring Day 1 CPT options and looking specifically at schools based in or around Washington, D.C. I know a lot of programs offer Day 1 CPT these days, but I really want to avoid anything sketchy that could mess up my status down the line.

Has anyone here attended (or considered) a CPT school in the DC area?

  • Which schools are actually legit and SEVP-compliant?
  • How’s the workload and on-site class requirement?
  • Any issues with reentry or USCIS questions later?

Would love to hear honest feedback — good or bad. Not looking for promos, just real talk. Thanks in advance!

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You may consider McDaniel College — it requires on-campus attendance only once per semester and offers CPT for its Data Analytics program.

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A couple of my friends in DC ended up going to Golden Beacon College — their company’s HR actually recommended it. From what I heard, they have to go on-site twice per week.

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