Post University is a private university in Waterbury, Connecticut, with a small residential campus and a large online student body. It is best known for business, accounting, nursing, criminal justice and equine studies, with career-focused teaching. International students can study on campus with an F-1 visa, while online-only study does not qualify.
Waterbury, Connecticut, United States
Official website: post.edu
1890 in Waterbury, Connecticut
New England Commission of Higher Education
Residential campus plus large online programmes
$18,000 – $32,000
International students, on-campus programmes, before scholarships
$14,000 – $18,000
Rent, food and local transport
Approximate figures for 2026-27, please verify. Fees change every year and vary by course, so check the latest amount on post.edu before you apply.
MBA
Masters DegreeDuration
18 Months
Intake
Aug, Jan
Exam Score
IELTS: 6.0, TOEFL: 71
MS Accounting
Masters DegreeDuration
12 Months
Intake
Aug, Jan
Exam Score
IELTS: 6.0, TOEFL: 71
BS Business Administration
Bachelors DegreeDuration
48 Months
Intake
Aug, Jan
Exam Score
IELTS: 6.0, TOEFL: 71
BS Equine Management
Bachelors DegreeDuration
48 Months
Intake
Aug
Exam Score
IELTS: 6.0, TOEFL: 71
Small residential campus with close support.
Equine studies — one of the few equine management degrees in New England.
Career-focused business and accounting programmes.
Graduates move into business, accounting and management roles across Connecticut and New York.
Equine graduates work in equestrian centres and the horse industry.
Only on-campus study qualifies for F-1 practical training options.
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The campus is a small residential site on the edge of Waterbury with halls, a library, sports fields and an equine centre nearby.
Waterbury is a mid-sized Connecticut city with low rent for the region. Hartford is 35 minutes away and New York City about 90 minutes.
Form I-20 issued by Post University
Proof of funds for one academic year
SEVIS I-901 fee payment receipt
Completed DS-160 online application
US embassy or consulate interview
Passport valid six months beyond stay
Post University reviews applications on a rolling basis. International applicants should apply by 1 June 2027 for fall and by 1 November 2026 for spring to leave time for the I-20 and visa.
On-campus programmes start in fall (August) and spring (January), including the MBA, accounting and business administration. Equine management starts in the fall.
You need an F-1 student visa for on-campus study. Post issues your Form I-20 after you accept the offer and submit proof of funding. Online-only programmes do not qualify for an F-1 visa.
The MBA, accounting, business administration and equine management are popular. Graduate admission needs a bachelor's degree and TOEFL 71 or IELTS 6.0.
Post University offers some merit scholarships for on-campus students. Check the financial aid pages for current amounts.
