For International Students

Welcoming International Students

International students can complete the STEM-accredited IKNS degree as a full time student on an F-1 Visa.

As a student on an F-1 Visa, please read the University’s student visa application eligibility and requirements. Internship courses for CPT (Curricular Practical Training) are available as an IKNS elective to engage in company internships in the US during your course of study. The IKNS Master of Science degree is STEM-accredited, enabling you to automatically gain practical work experience in the US for up to 3 years following your degree (OPT).

Schedule and duration of study for F1-students

As a full time student, you will complete your degree in 16 months, starting at the end of August with the 1st Residency, and ending in the middle of the next December with the 3rd Residency. In the first fall semester and in the spring semester, you must be enrolled for at least 12 credits per semester (most courses carry 3 credits each, so 12 credits typically equate to 4 courses). Over the summer, you can (but do not have to) enroll in electives and/or engage in an industry internship. You can customize your selection of elective courses to meet the in person course requirements for F-1 students: While electives courses you take in the fall and spring have to be in person, any elective courses in the summer (optional) can be either in person or online - your choice. The IKNS curriculum is structured such that you can meet the full time requirements while still taking advantage of IKNS' built-in flexibility. You schedule will look as follows:

  • Fall 1: Two required courses (one hybrid, one online) and two electives (both in person) to meet the 4 course minimum requirement. Optional third elective (your choice whether online or in-person)
  • Spring: Two required courses (one hybrid, one online) and two electives (both in person) to meet the 4 course minimum requirement. Optional third elective (your choice whether online or in-person)
  • Summer [optional]: Up to two electives (your choice whether online or in-person; choices include the internship course for CPT)
  • Fall 2: Two required courses (one hybrid, one online) and any remaining electives (in person) for a total of 2-4 courses in fall 2 
  • TOTAL: Six required courses (three hybrid, three online). Six electives (at least four of which must be in person)     

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Information Session For International Students 

(recorded on August 17, 2023)

IKNS Online Information Session - Aug 17, 2023 Play

This recorded webinar was designed for international prospective students and prospective students requiring a visa to study in the U.S.  Viewers of this webinar can expect to learn about the international student experience, visa requirements, internships with U.S.-based employers and OPT opportunities. In addition to meeting current international students, you will hear from our Career Design Lab and our academic advisors for international students.