Top 50 Online MBA Programs for 2026

#1

Featured Program

Indiana University—Bloomington Kelley School of Business

1275 East Tenth Street, Suite 2010
Bloomington, IN 47405
United States

AACSB-Accredited

WHY STUDENTS CHOOSE IT

Top-ranked, affordable program with real value
Same faculty and curriculum as on-campus program
Maximum flexibility designed for demanding full-time professionals
World-class on-campus week and dual MBA/MS option

“Perennially ranked at the top for online MBA programs,” Indiana University Bloomington Kelly School of Business is “the only top tier program that was affordable and value-adding.” This top-ranking program offers flexible schedules, “a number of networking opportunities,” and Continue Reading...

Average Undergrad GPA: 3.42

Work Experience: 9.0 years

Applicants: 3,456

Acceptance Rate: 23%

Average Age: 31

Online Enrollment: 1442

Total Tuition and Fees: $94,944

Average GMAT Score: 683

Average Starting Salary: $147,249

#2

Featured Program

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill - Kenan-Flagler Business School

CB 3490, McColl Building
300 Kenan Center Drive
Chapel Hill, North Carolina 27599
United States

AACSB-Accredited

WHY STUDENTS CHOOSE IT

Rare entrepreneurship concentration in analytics-focused curriculum
Live virtual classroom preserves full academic rigor
Exceptional, approachable faculty invested in student success
Elite classmates from top tiers of their fields

The distinguishing features of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill’s Kenan-Flagler Business School online MBA@UNC program include flexibility, a strong core curriculum, and talented professors and students. The material covered in the program is “heavily invested in Continue Reading...

Average Undergrad GPA: 3.24

Work Experience: 9.5 years

Applicants: 762

Acceptance Rate: 56%

Average Age: 33

Online Enrollment: 531

Total Tuition and Fees: $125,589

Average GMAT Score: 710

Average Starting Salary: $148,575

#3

University of Michigan—Ann Arbor - Stephen M. Ross School of Business

700 E. University Kresge Hall Suite 1521
Ann Arbor, MI, 48109
United States

AACSB-Accredited

WHY STUDENTS CHOOSE IT

An online program designed for maximum flexibility
Customized career support and recruiting
Rigorous curriculum taught by renowned Ross faculty
Access to 695,000+ U-M alumni worldwide

Average Undergrad GPA: 3.40

Work Experience: 0.5 years

Applicants: 432

Acceptance Rate: 51%

Online Enrollment: 423

Total Tuition and Fees: $118,000

Average GMAT Score: 727

Average Starting Salary: $146,418

#4

Featured Program

Jack Welch Management Institute at Strayer University

1133 15th Street NW Suite 200
Washington, DC 20005
United States

WHY STUDENTS CHOOSE IT

Jack Welch personally involved in the program
Flexible program designed for work/life balance
PhD faculty respond to students within hours
Globally diverse, passionate classmates from all industries

Students enrolled in the Jack Welch Management Institute online MBA program look to the former General Electric CEO’s “winning strategies” to be passed on to them. As a “globally-recognized business leader,” Jack Welch shares his renowned “philosophy on leadership Continue Reading...

Average Undergrad GPA: 3.23

Work Experience: 14.8 years

Applicants: 3,797

Acceptance Rate: 31%

Average Age: 39

Online Enrollment: 1707

Total Tuition and Fees: $46,200

#5

Featured Program

Rice University - Jesse H. Jones Graduate School of Business

MBA Admissions, PO Box 2932
Jones School
Houston, TX 77252
United States

AACSB-Accredited

WHY STUDENTS CHOOSE IT

"Ivy of the South" prestige, identical online curriculum
Small cohorts of 15–20 for individualized attention
Two professors per course plus dedicated success advisor
Lifetime offline access to all course videos

Just as Rice University is praised by some as an "Ivy of the South," so too is their MBA@Rice program seen as every bit (if not more, according to some) as prestigious as the on-campus equivalent offered by Rice's Continue Reading...

Average Undergrad GPA: 3.16

Work Experience: 0.5 years

Applicants: 381

Acceptance Rate: 73%

Online Enrollment: 408

Total Tuition and Fees: $123,228

Average GMAT Score: 693

Average Starting Salary: $147,831

#6

The University of Iowa - Henry B. Tippie School of Management

100 Pomerantz Center C432
Iowa City, Iowa 52242
United States

AACSB-Accredited

WHY STUDENTS CHOOSE IT

AACSB-accredited public university, rolling admissions
Average GMAT of 588 considered for admission
215 students; 38% women, 11% underrepresented minorities
Total program cost approximately $31,725

The Online MBA program at The University of Iowa, a public school, was started in 2019. The application deadline for the Online MBA program is rolling. The Online MBA program is accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools Continue Reading...

Average Undergrad GPA: 3.34

Work Experience: 8.6 years

Applicants: 923

Acceptance Rate: 83%

Average Age: 33

Online Enrollment: 1164

Total Tuition and Fees: $33,750

Average Starting Salary: $112,847

#7

University of Nebraska—Lincoln - College of Business

College of Business 201
730 North 14th Street
Lincoln, NE 68588
United States

AACSB-Accredited

WHY STUDENTS CHOOSE IT

Internationally recognized with five academic concentrations
8-week semesters for focused, manageable coursework
Accessible professors with interactive online learning tools
Diverse classmates from medicine, tech, and engineering

The University of Nebraska at Lincoln's Online MBA program holds applicants to competitive expectations—two years of management/leadership experience, a 600 GMAT score, and a 3.0 undergraduate GPA are highly recommended—but students who make the cut are rewarded with an Continue Reading...

Average Undergrad GPA: 3.50

Work Experience: 8.6 years

Applicants: 282

Acceptance Rate: 67%

Average Age: 34

Online Enrollment: 373

Total Tuition and Fees: $34,080

Average Starting Salary: $137,100

#8

Babson College - F.W. Olin Graduate School of Business

Olin Hall, Babson College
231 Forest Street
Babson Park (Wellesley), MA, 02457
United States

AACSB-Accredited

WHY STUDENTS CHOOSE IT

#1-ranked school for entrepreneurship education
Blended format with action-based, hands-on learning
Teaching effectiveness rivals many Top-20 programs
Committed, energetic students with insightful discussion posts

Babson College is “highly regarded” for its Blended Learning MBA Program and is the “#1 school for teaching entrepreneurship.” The program specifically focuses on entrepreneurial studies in all of its classes. About half of the students are looking to Continue Reading...

Average Undergrad GPA: 3.23

Work Experience: 10.1 years

Applicants: 248

Acceptance Rate: 85%

Average Age: 33

Online Enrollment: 380

Total Tuition and Fees: $94,575

Average GMAT Score: 631

Average Starting Salary: $101,336

#9

University of Utah - Eccles School of Business

1731 East Campus Center Drive
Suite 2250
Salt Lake City, UT 84112
United States

AACSB-Accredited

WHY STUDENTS CHOOSE IT

Same professors as on-campus, responsive administration
Three-day on-campus residency in first year
Proprietary video technology also used by Netflix
High-caliber classmates: engineers, doctors, and entrepreneurs

At the University of Utah's David Eccles School of Business, MBA Online students share the same "phenomenal" and "supportive" professors as their on-campus counterparts, but benefit from the "convenience" and "accessibility" of an entirely online format. Students choose the Continue Reading...

Average Undergrad GPA: 3.32

Work Experience: 8.5 years

Applicants: 274

Acceptance Rate: 85%

Average Age: 32

Online Enrollment: 215

Total Tuition and Fees: $72,000

Average Starting Salary: $108,623

#10

University of South Florida - Muma College of Business

4202 E. Fowler Ave.
BSN 103
Tampa, FL 33620
United States

AACSB-Accredited

WHY STUDENTS CHOOSE IT

Fully asynchronous for maximum scheduling flexibility
Personalized advising tailored to each student's needs
Engaged professors responding within hours, offering weekend sessions
Diverse classmates building lasting professional connections

The keyword that many students praise about University of South Florida's online MBA program is flexibility. "This online program allowed me to submit assignments around my schedule," explains one student, and many remark to some degree on the freedoms Continue Reading...

Average Undergrad GPA: 3.36

Work Experience: 5.0 years

Applicants: 363

Acceptance Rate: 61%

Average Age: 32

Online Enrollment: 413

Total Tuition and Fees: $24,750

Average Starting Salary: $77,000

#11

North Carolina State University - Poole College of Management

MBA Program Office
Campus Box 8114
Raleigh, NC 27695
United States

AACSB-Accredited

WHY STUDENTS CHOOSE IT

Top-20 program with lower tuition than peers
Flexible completion in two to six years
Accessible professors and a technology-focused curriculum
Veteran-friendly program with diverse professional classmates

With a “long standing reputation,” North Carolina State University’s Poole College of Management offers a “great education” with “great value” for students enrolled in its online MBA program. Not only is the tuition “cost-effective,” but students have “flexible options” Continue Reading...

Average Undergrad GPA: 3.26

Work Experience: 7.8 years

Applicants: 156

Acceptance Rate: 71%

Average Age: 33

Online Enrollment: 503

Total Tuition and Fees: $57,298

Average GMAT Score: 643

Average Starting Salary: $166,938

#12

Texas Tech University - Rawls College of Business

Rawls College of Business
Graduate and Professional Programs
Lubbock, TX 79409
United States

AACSB-Accredited

WHY STUDENTS CHOOSE IT

Options to begin coursework during any semester
Earning your degree at your own pace with full-time and part-time available
Can complete a concentration and earn an additional certification
Microsoft Office Excel Specialist certified upon graduation

Average Undergrad GPA: 3.70

Work Experience: 5.0 years

Applicants: 214

Acceptance Rate: 84%

Average Age: 25

Online Enrollment: 177

Total Tuition and Fees: $30,625

Average GMAT Score: 506

Average Starting Salary: $90,743

#13

University of Massachusetts Amherst - Isenberg School of Management

305 Isenberg School of Management
University of Massachusetts
Amherst, MA 01003
United States

AACSB-Accredited

WHY STUDENTS CHOOSE IT

Cost-effective, highly regarded program for working professionals
Intuitive platform with multiple ways to engage
Strong programs in analytics, healthcare, and finance
Motivated, experienced classmates from diverse professional fields

It’s easy to understand why many students clamor to earn an online MBA from University of Massachusetts. After all, the program is “cost-effective, highly regarded” and offers “the right mix of academic rigor and flexibility for working professionals.” And Continue Reading...

Average Undergrad GPA: 3.34

Work Experience: 0.9 years

Applicants: 565

Acceptance Rate: 90%

Average Age: 37

Online Enrollment: 1501

Total Tuition and Fees: $37,262

Average Starting Salary: $192,000

#14

Arizona State University - W. P. Carey School of Business

P.O. Box 874906
Tempe, AZ 85287
United States

AACSB-Accredited

WHY STUDENTS CHOOSE IT

Top-reputation program with four emphasis areas
Classmates include Fortune 500 managers and Air Force pilots
Professors and administration consistently available for feedback
Flexible, military-friendly for family and career balance

ASU's W.P. Carey School of Business attracts a wide variety of online MBA students thanks to its excellent reputation, and students accordingly name "the quality of education" along with "flexibility" when asked about the greatest strengths of the program. Continue Reading...

Average Undergrad GPA: 3.32

Work Experience: 0.5 years

Applicants: 819

Acceptance Rate: 82%

Average Age: 36

Online Enrollment: 540

Total Tuition and Fees: $71,691

Average GMAT Score: 698

Average Starting Salary: $107,220

#15

Purdue University - Mitch Daniels School of Business

Rawls Hall, Suite 2020
100 S. Grant Street
West Lafayette, IN 47907
United States

AACSB-Accredited

WHY STUDENTS CHOOSE IT

Designing own plan of study to fit individual needs and goals
1-on-1 guidance from a Student Success Coach
Backed by Daniels School's foundational intersection of STEM and business

Average Undergrad GPA: 3.31

Work Experience: 6.8 years

Applicants: 97

Acceptance Rate: 68%

Average Age: 31

Online Enrollment: 258

Total Tuition and Fees: $60,000

Average Starting Salary: $111,284

#16

Hofstra University - Frank G. Zarb School of Business

126 Hofstra University
105 Memorial Hall
Hempstead, NY 11549
United States

AACSB-Accredited

WHY STUDENTS CHOOSE IT

AACSB-accredited program offering five professional concentrations
Optional nine-day international Global Practicum trip
Virtual residencies and extensive alumni network access
Strong NYC industry connections for jobs and mentorship

The online MBA program at Hofstra University’s Frank G. Zarb School of Business offers a flexible and high-quality education tailored for working professionals looking to advance their careers. Accredited by the AACSB, the program combines rigorous academics with real-world Continue Reading...

Average Undergrad GPA: 3.42

Work Experience: 7.5 years

Applicants: 125

Acceptance Rate: 90%

Average Age: 34

Online Enrollment: 149

Total Tuition and Fees: $63,637

Average Starting Salary: $159,228

#17

Santa Clara University - Leavey School of Business

Lucas Hall 116
500 El Camino Real
Santa Clara, CA 95053
United States

AACSB-Accredited

WHY STUDENTS CHOOSE IT

Decades-long Bay Area MBA reputation, fully online
Responsive faculty with extensions granted upon request
Intuitive tech with free software and structured orientation
Alumni network, career fairs, and study abroad access

Santa Clara University’s Leavey School of Business has offered a well-respected physical MBA in the San Francisco Bay Area for decades, and according to students, their new online MBA program has come strongly out of the gate. There’s a Continue Reading...

Average Undergrad GPA: 3.14

Work Experience: 8.7 years

Applicants: 144

Acceptance Rate: 91%

Average Age: 34

Online Enrollment: 222

Total Tuition and Fees: $96,670

#18

University of Florida - Hough Graduate School of Business

Hough Hall 310
P.O. Box 117152
Gainesville, FL 32611
United States

AACSB-Accredited

WHY STUDENTS CHOOSE IT

Best combination of rankings, value, and course structure
Cohort model with regular on-campus meetings
Seamless, in-person feel despite being fully online
High-achieving classmates from Apple, NASA, and government

The University of Florida’s Hough Graduate School of Business online MBA program is “the best overall combination of rankings, student feedback, faculty level, and course structure.” It offers a “high-caliber program with flexibility for a chaotic work environment,” “great Continue Reading...

Average Undergrad GPA: 3.37

Work Experience: 6.6 years

Applicants: 832

Acceptance Rate: 54%

Average Age: 29

Online Enrollment: 261

Total Tuition and Fees: $59,807

Average GMAT Score: 680

Average Starting Salary: $101,357

#19

University of Wisconsin MBA Consortium

Schneider Hall 110
105 Garfield Avenue
Eau Claire , WI 54701
United States

AACSB-Accredited

WHY STUDENTS CHOOSE IT

Established in 1997, AACSB-accredited, rolling admissions
Average GMAT of 577; test rated very important
Total cost ~$23,250; 99% employed while attending
286 students from 3 countries; 38% women

The Online MBA program at University of Wisconsin MBA Consortium, a public school, was started in 1997. The application deadline for the Online MBA program is rolling. The Online MBA program is accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Continue Reading...

Average Undergrad GPA: 3.45

Work Experience: 8.4 years

Applicants: 168

Acceptance Rate: 90%

Average Age: 34

Online Enrollment: 426

Total Tuition and Fees: $31,500

#20

The University of Texas at Dallas - Naveen Jindal School of Management

UT Dallas
800 West Campbell Road, SM 21
Richardson, TX 75080
United States

AACSB-Accredited

WHY STUDENTS CHOOSE IT

Identical curriculum to resident MBA, fully self-paced
Good balance of convenience, reputation, and price
Multi-platform tech with multimedia production studios
Students from 5 countries, dedicated to teamwork

The University of Texas at Dallas' premier Naveen Jindal School of Management offers students unable to attend a resident MBA program an identical core curriculum in its Professional MBA Online Program (PMBA). Uniquely, the PMBA has no requirement for Continue Reading...

Average Undergrad GPA: 3.44

Work Experience: 9.3 years

Applicants: 417

Acceptance Rate: 46%

Average Age: 30

Online Enrollment: 429

Total Tuition and Fees: $48,484

Average GMAT Score: 690

Average Starting Salary: $109,800

#21

Auburn University - Harbert College of Business

425 W. Magnolia Avenue
Suite 4000 Horton
Auburn University, AL 36849
United States

AACSB-Accredited

WHY STUDENTS CHOOSE IT

Best ROI for quality with stellar reputation
Live lecture access and collaborative project work
Prompt, connected support from faculty and administration
Classmates range from military to Fortune 500 managers

Auburn University’s College of Business online “AACSB accredited MBA program” offers the “best ROI for the quality.” This “practical program” with a “stellar reputation” focuses on making “online students feel like part of the family.” One student says, “Auburn Continue Reading...

Average Undergrad GPA: 3.45

Work Experience: 7.1 years

Applicants: 186

Acceptance Rate: 76%

Average Age: 33

Online Enrollment: 645

Total Tuition and Fees: $37,300

Average GMAT Score: 563

Average Starting Salary: $133,666

#22

Pepperdine University - Graziadio Business School

6100 Center Drive, Ste. 400
Los Angeles, CA 90045
United States

AACSB-Accredited

WHY STUDENTS CHOOSE IT

Highly regarded; completable in two years, four concentrations
E2B program applies coursework to real businesses
Professors available weekly for individual discussions
Driven, diverse students supported by GLEAN portal

At Pepperdine University's Graziadio School of Business and Management, students in the Online MBA program can complete their degree in as little as two years and choose one of four elective concentrations: finance, leadership and managing organizational change, marketing, Continue Reading...

Average Undergrad GPA: 3.11

Work Experience: 9.1 years

Applicants: 95

Acceptance Rate: 81%

Average Age: 31

Online Enrollment: 184

Total Tuition and Fees: $109,980

Average Starting Salary: $82,300

#23

The University of South Dakota - Beacom School of Business

414 E. Clark St.
Vermillion, SD 57069
United States

AACSB-Accredited

WHY STUDENTS CHOOSE IT

Only AACSB-accredited university in the state
Most organized online classes students have encountered
Faculty respond to calls and emails same day
Personal touch: phone call upon student acceptance

As the “only AACSB accredited university in the state,” The University of South Dakota’s Beacom School of Business attracts many students looking to pursue their online MBA degree. The “excellent price,” “great reviews,” and “top-notch” academic advisement make this Continue Reading...

Average Undergrad GPA: 3.36

Work Experience: 0.2 years

Applicants: 239

Acceptance Rate: 99%

Average Age: 31

Online Enrollment: 259

Total Tuition and Fees: $15,524

Average Starting Salary: $75,000

#24

Florida Southern College - Barney Barnett School of Business and Free Enterprise

111 Lake Hollingsworth Dr.
Lakeland, FL 33801
United States

AACSB-Accredited

WHY STUDENTS CHOOSE IT

AACSB-accredited private school with rolling admissions
GMAT or GRE very important for admission
Program total cost is approximately $34,500
Online MBA program established in 2015

The Online MBA program at Florida Southern College, a private school, was started in 2015. The application deadline for the Online MBA program is rolling. The Online MBA program is accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Continue Reading...

Average Undergrad GPA: 3.67

Work Experience: 4.0 years

Applicants: 79

Acceptance Rate: 61%

Average Age: 29

Online Enrollment: 76

Total Tuition and Fees: $34,430

Average Starting Salary: $67,300

#25

William & Mary - Raymond A. Mason School of Business

Alan B. Miller Hall
101 Ukrop Way, P. O. Box 8795
Williamsburg, VA 23185
United States

AACSB-Accredited

WHY STUDENTS CHOOSE IT

Three start dates yearly; no standardized test required
Skills applied directly to current workplace immediately
Dedicated career center backed by Tribe alumni network
94%+ alumni rate satisfaction as high or very high

The online MBA program at William & Mary’s Raymond A. Mason School of Business is designed to equip students with the skills and mindset needed to lead in today’s business environment. The program has three annual start dates, and Continue Reading...

Average Undergrad GPA: 3.20

Work Experience: 7.3 years

Applicants: 222

Acceptance Rate: 86%

Average Age: 33

Online Enrollment: 492

Total Tuition and Fees: $73,349

Average GMAT Score: 655

Average Starting Salary: $103,538

#26

Kent State University - Ambassador Crawford College of Business and Entrepreneurship

100 Midway Drive
Kent, OH 44242
United States

AACSB-Accredited

WHY STUDENTS CHOOSE IT

AACSB-accredited; rolling admissions, GMAT/GRE very important
68 students; 54% women, 94% employed full-time
Total cost ~$30,240; average GMAT of 549
Average base salary of $54,293 upon graduation

The Online MBA program at Kent State University, a public school, was started in 2017. The application deadline for the Online MBA program is rolling. The Online MBA program is accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Continue Reading...

Average Undergrad GPA: 3.38

Work Experience: 2.8 years

Applicants: 150

Acceptance Rate: 84%

Average Age: 27

Online Enrollment: 173

Total Tuition and Fees: $32,375

Average Starting Salary: $82,833

#27

Syracuse University - Martin J. Whitman School of Management

721 University Ave.
Syracuse University
Syracuse, NY, 13244
United States

AACSB-Accredited

WHY STUDENTS CHOOSE IT

Nationally recognized with real-world immersion opportunities
Two instructors per course for dual perspectives
Responsive administration structured around professionals' schedules
Driven, collaborative classmates with "all in this together" spirit

Syracuse University is regarded as a “nationally-recognized school” and its Martin J. Whitman School of Management falls nothing short of its parent institution’s esteemed reputation. The online MBA program provides “a solid educational and professional core,” “online interaction with Continue Reading...

Average Undergrad GPA: 3.16

Work Experience: 9.7 years

Applicants: 202

Acceptance Rate: 87%

Average Age: 34

Online Enrollment: 246

Total Tuition and Fees: $108,910

Average GMAT Score: 606

Average Starting Salary: $138,226

#28

Old Dominion University - College of Business and Public Administration

MBA Program
1026 Constant Hall
Norfolk, VA 23529
United States

AACSB-Accredited

WHY STUDENTS CHOOSE IT

Self-paced with AI proctoring for anytime exams
Assignments planned weeks or months in advance
Outstanding advising and highly professional, responsive faculty
Technology-forward program building management and leadership skills

Whether you're a working professional or recent college graduate, Old Dominion's MBA program offers a "competitive program at a well-known school" that's coupled with "the flexibility to complete [an] MBA at [one's] own pace." In addition to the typical Continue Reading...

Average Undergrad GPA: 3.40

Work Experience: 7.5 years

Applicants: 64

Acceptance Rate: 95%

Average Age: 33

Online Enrollment: 125

Total Tuition and Fees: $32,521

Average Starting Salary: $93,381

#29

University of Oklahoma - Gene Rainbolt Graduate School of Business

865 Research Parkway
Suite 300
Oklahoma City, OK 73104
United States

AACSB-Accredited

WHY STUDENTS CHOOSE IT

Tailored MBA with specializations in supply chain and energy
Set class times with cohort and rigorous curriculum
Top expert professors; collaborative, critical-thinking peers
Career center with $108,854 average starting salary

The University of Oklahoma’s online MBA program stands out for its “supportive community, the quality of the professors, and the sense of care for each student’s well-being.” As one student explains, a major benefit that drew them to OU Continue Reading...

Average Undergrad GPA: 3.23

Work Experience: 6.1 years

Applicants: 459

Acceptance Rate: 66%

Average Age: 30

Online Enrollment: 245

Total Tuition and Fees: $35,460

Average GMAT Score: 720

Average Starting Salary: $105,160

#30

James Madison University - College of Business

JMU MBA Program
James Madison University
Harrisonburg, VA, 22807
United States

AACSB-Accredited

WHY STUDENTS CHOOSE IT

Unique Information Security MBA, hot among industry professionals
Hybrid format with seamless cloud-based learning system
Excellent professors with relevant, innovative content
Diverse, driven peers in a collaborative environment

James Madison University MBA@JMU offers three AASCB-accredited MBA programs: the Innovation MBA, the Executive Leadership MBA, and the Information Security MBA. JMU's information security concentration is particularly unique in the field and a "hot topic among industry professionals." Students Continue Reading...

Average Undergrad GPA: 3.10

Work Experience: 10.4 years

Applicants: 88

Acceptance Rate: 77%

Average Age: 36

Online Enrollment: 139

Total Tuition and Fees: $46,200

#31

The University of Michigan—Dearborn - College of Business

Fairlane Center South, RM 166
19000 Hubbard Dr.
Dearborn, MI 48126
United States

AACSB-Accredited

WHY STUDENTS CHOOSE IT

AACSB-accredited since 2001; average GMAT of 617
166 students from 4 countries; 37% women
58% of students promoted during the program
Total cost ~$56,940; scholarships averaging $2,691 annually

The Online MBA program at The University of Michigan—Dearborn, a public school, was started in 2001. The application deadline for the Online MBA program is rolling. The Online MBA program is accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools Continue Reading...

Average Undergrad GPA: 3.33

Work Experience: 7.1 years

Applicants: 180

Acceptance Rate: 76%

Average Age: 32

Online Enrollment: 192

Total Tuition and Fees: $55,680

#32

Suffolk University - Sawyer Business School

8 Ashburton Place
Boston, MA 02108
United States

AACSB-Accredited

WHY STUDENTS CHOOSE IT

Fast and flexible—MBA in 36 credits in 21 months
Network of 86,000 alumni worldwide
In-demand concentrations to boost degree
Live client sessions that allow you to solve current business challenges

Average Undergrad GPA: 3.45

Work Experience: 5.7 years

Applicants: 30

Acceptance Rate: 73%

Average Age: 31

Online Enrollment: 76

Total Tuition and Fees: $62,511

Average Starting Salary: $90,084

#33

Kennesaw State University - The Michael J. Coles College of Business

3391 Town Point Drive
MD9109
Kennesaw, GA 30144
United States

AACSB-Accredited

WHY STUDENTS CHOOSE IT

AACSB-accredited since 2001; total cost ~$24,470
100% of students employed full-time while attending
125 students; 43.5% underrepresented minorities, 45% women
Average GMAT of 560; test rated very important

The Online MBA program at Kennesaw State University , a public school, was started in 2001. The application deadline for the Online MBA program is rolling. The Online MBA program is accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools Continue Reading...

Average Undergrad GPA: 3.16

Applicants: 138

Acceptance Rate: 93%

Average Age: 33

Online Enrollment: 178

Total Tuition and Fees: $25,210

#34

State University of New York—Oswego - School of Business

606 Culkin Hall
SUNY Oswego
Oswego, NY 13126
United States

AACSB-Accredited

WHY STUDENTS CHOOSE IT

AACSB-accredited; cost ~$28,103, scholarships avg $29,112
84% employed full-time; 27% promoted while enrolled
222 students from 4 countries; 46% women
Average base salary of $128,667 at graduation

The Online MBA program at State University of New York—Oswego, a public school, was started in 2011. The application deadline for the Online MBA program is rolling. The Online MBA program is accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Continue Reading...

Average Undergrad GPA: 3.24

Work Experience: 9.2 years

Applicants: 147

Acceptance Rate: 99%

Average Age: 32

Online Enrollment: 298

Total Tuition and Fees: $24,416

Average GMAT Score: 460

Average Starting Salary: $152,863

#35

Featured Program

University of Arizona - Eller College of Management

McClelland Hall, Building 108, Rm 210
P.O. Box 210108
Tucson, AZ 85721
United States

AACSB-Accredited

WHY STUDENTS CHOOSE IT

Six annual start dates; six concentration options
Chosen for affordability, reputation, and 24/7 support
Flawless online access, even while traveling frequently
Invested professors; classmates often hold advanced degrees

The University of Arizona's Eller College of Management conveniently offers six starts throughout the year for its Eller Online MBA for working professionals, and students praise the "flexibility" of choosing how many courses to take at a time. With Continue Reading...

Average Undergrad GPA: 3.50

Work Experience: 10.0 years

Applicants: 578

Acceptance Rate: 69%

Average Age: 33

Online Enrollment: 582

Total Tuition and Fees: $56,520

Average GMAT Score: 666

Average Starting Salary: $120,512

#36

Florida Atlantic University - College of Business

Fleming West (Bldg 23)
Room 101
Boca Raton, FL 33431
United States

AACSB-Accredited

WHY STUDENTS CHOOSE IT

AACSB-accredited; GMAT or GRE considered for admission
282 students; 51% underrepresented minorities, 49% women
92% employed full-time; scholarships averaging $20,500 available
Total cost ~$36,800; average starting salary $60,000

The Online MBA program at Florida Atlantic University, a public school, was started in 2014. The application deadline for the Online MBA program is rolling. The Online MBA program is accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Continue Reading...

Average Undergrad GPA: 3.25

Applicants: 425

Acceptance Rate: 84%

Average Age: 30

Online Enrollment: 555

Total Tuition and Fees: $32,000

Average GMAT Score: 533

#37

Marist University - School of Management

3399 North Road
Poughkeepsie, NY, 12601
United States

AACSB-Accredited

WHY STUDENTS CHOOSE IT

AACSB-accredited with three career-focused concentrations
Asynchronous courses taught by industry-experienced faculty
Small classes for specific, individualized professor attention
Rolling admissions with fall, spring, and summer starts

Marist University’s AACSB-accredited online MBA program is designed for working professionals seeking a flexible, high-quality graduate business education. The program is fully online and focuses on real-world applications, leadership development, and ethical decision-making. Marist also offers students accelerated and Continue Reading...

Average Undergrad GPA: 3.46

Applicants: 118

Acceptance Rate: 92%

Average Age: 30

Online Enrollment: 133

Total Tuition and Fees: $34,400

#38

The University of North Carolina at Greensboro - Bryan School of Business and Economics

516 Stirling Street
Greensboro, NC 27412
United States

AACSB-Accredited

WHY STUDENTS CHOOSE IT

AACSB-accredited program with rolling application deadline
GMAT or GRE very important for admission
Online MBA program established in 2019
Program total cost is approximately $31,977

The Online MBA program at The University of North Carolina at Greensboro, a public school, was started in 2019. The application deadline for the Online MBA program is rolling. The Online MBA program is accredited by the Association to Continue Reading...

Average Undergrad GPA: 3.40

Work Experience: 9.8 years

Applicants: 155

Acceptance Rate: 74%

Average Age: 34

Online Enrollment: 179

Total Tuition and Fees: $24,000

Average Starting Salary: $83,166

#39

Xavier University - Williams College of Business

3800 Victory Parkway
Cincinnati, OH 45207
United States

AACSB-Accredited

WHY STUDENTS CHOOSE IT

Great reputation with career advancement at any pace
Part-time (2–3 years) or full-time (1.5 years)
8- and 16-week courses for work-life balance
Canvas platform accessible on phone, tablet, and computer

The Online MBA program at Xavier University “has a great reputation” and provides professionals with the opportunity to advance their careers at whatever pace they choose. Students can enroll in the program either part-time (typically 2 to 3 years) Continue Reading...

Average Undergrad GPA: 3.26

Work Experience: 10.0 years

Applicants: 129

Acceptance Rate: 95%

Average Age: 32

Online Enrollment: 95

Total Tuition and Fees: $17,004

Average GMAT Score: 0

Average Starting Salary: $107,000

#40

Bowling Green State University - Schmidthorst College of Business

120 Maurer Center
Bowling Green State University
Bowling Green, OH 43403
United States

AACSB-Accredited

WHY STUDENTS CHOOSE IT

Ohio's #1 university for quality and affordability
Ranked #1 in the Midwest for veterans and active military students
Only Ohio institution with Quality Matters Online Learner Support Certification
Welcoming, safe and diverse environment

Average Undergrad GPA: 3.40

Work Experience: 9.0 years

Applicants: 355

Acceptance Rate: 92%

Average Age: 33

Online Enrollment: 526

Total Tuition and Fees: $17,850

Average Starting Salary: $86,141

#41

The University of Akron - College of Business

The University of Akron College of Business
CoB 412
Akron, OH 44325
United States

AACSB-Accredited

WHY STUDENTS CHOOSE IT

Classes are taught in two eight-week sessions each semester
Offered in both 100% Online and Evening formats
Taught by the same expert faculty
125K median starting salary for recent graduates

Average Undergrad GPA: 3.33

Applicants: 116

Acceptance Rate: 81%

Average Age: 31

Online Enrollment: 96

Total Tuition and Fees: $18,450

Average Starting Salary: $85,667

#42

University of West Georgia - Richards College of Business

1601 Maple Street
Roy Richards Hall
Carrollton, GA 30118
United States

AACSB-Accredited

WHY STUDENTS CHOOSE IT

WebMBA consortium taught by faculty from seven institutions
10 asynchronous courses focused on leadership and strategy
Learning Teams with two-day Atlanta orientation
January and August cohorts; knowledge applied immediately

The University of West Georgia’s Richards College of Business offers its online MBA through the WebMBA® program—a consortium of University System of Georgia institutions where courses are taught by top faculty from all seven schools. Designed for working professionals Continue Reading...

Average Undergrad GPA: 3.04

Applicants: 86

Acceptance Rate: 65%

Average Age: 31

Online Enrollment: 65

Total Tuition and Fees: $24,850

#43

Valparaiso University - College of Business

230 Urschel Hall
1909 Chapel Drive
Valparaiso, IN 46383
United States

AACSB-Accredited

WHY STUDENTS CHOOSE IT

Nationally ranked MBA program meets you where you are
online, hybrid, and in-person course options available
personalized faculty support
curriculum grounded in purpose

Average Undergrad GPA: 3.53

Work Experience: 3.0 years

Applicants: 272

Acceptance Rate: 25%

Average Age: 27

Total Tuition and Fees: $30,542

#44

Rochester Institute of Technology - Saunders College of Business

Graduate Enrollment Services
58 Lomb Memorial Drive
Rochester, NY 14623
United States

AACSB-Accredited

WHY STUDENTS CHOOSE IT

47 credits in 17 months; built for experienced professionals
International immersion trip to Dubai and orientation weekend
Interactive recordings and live sessions feel like in-person
Classmates average 15.8 years of experience

The prestigious Rochester Institute of Technology's Online Executive MBA Program, within its Saunders College of Business, is specifically designed for professionals with at least six years of work experience. Its students see it as a "well-known" and "rigorous" "accelerated Continue Reading...

Average Undergrad GPA: 3.10

Work Experience: 13.8 years

Applicants: 59

Acceptance Rate: 37%

Average Age: 41

Online Enrollment: 22

Average Starting Salary: $72,248

#45

Marshall University - Lewis College of Business

1 John Marshall Drive
Huntington, WV 25755
United States

AACSB-Accredited

WHY STUDENTS CHOOSE IT

Same on-campus faculty; completable in one year
Real-world focus on management, communication, and critical thinking
Eight concentrations including Healthcare and Military Management
Part-time option with foundation courses for non-business backgrounds

Marshall University’s Online MBA program provides a flexible and AACSB-accredited education tailored to the needs of working professionals. The online program mirrors the rigorous curriculum of the on-campus courses and is taught by the same experienced faculty. The program Continue Reading...

Average Undergrad GPA: 2.92

Applicants: 75

Acceptance Rate: 92%

Average Age: 30

Online Enrollment: 104

Average Starting Salary: $49,500

#46

American University - Kogod School of Business

4400 Massachusetts Avenue NW
Graduate Admissions
Washington, DC 20016
United States

AACSB-Accredited

WHY STUDENTS CHOOSE IT

Quality and convenience in a 10-on/3-off schedule
Top-notch professors aligned with current world events
Immersion programs including a two-week trip to China
Most innovative technology; live lectures feel in-person

Students, particularly working professionals, speak highly of American University’s Kogod online MBA program. The school “does not sacrifice any quality for convenience,” as seen with the “well-qualified instructors, flexibility,” and “strong core course offerings,” found therein. There’s also high Continue Reading...

Work Experience: 4.6 years

Applicants: 61

Acceptance Rate: 48%

Online Enrollment: 154

Average Starting Salary: $113,333

#47

Fayetteville State University - Broadwell College of Business and Economics

MBA Program, Broadwell College of Business & Economics
Fayetteville State University, 1200 Murchison Rd
Fayetteville, NC 28301
United States

AACSB-Accredited

WHY STUDENTS CHOOSE IT

Industry-best software tools
Live lectures and fully recorded lectures
flexible and affordable
Most affordable MBA program in the UNC system

Average Undergrad GPA: 3.25

Work Experience: 9.0 years

Applicants: 804

Acceptance Rate: 40%

Average Age: 36

Online Enrollment: 488

Total Tuition and Fees: $10,088

Average GMAT Score: 471

Average Starting Salary: $89,148

#48

University of Kentucky - Gatton College of Business and Economics

359A Gatton College of Business and Economics
Lexington, KY 40506
United States

AACSB-Accredited

WHY STUDENTS CHOOSE IT

Top-tier curriculum, affordable with healthcare MBA option
Live-streamed in-person classes with manageable workload
Professors considered masters; administration genuinely cares
36,000+ alumni network; 97% received a job offer by 3 months after graduation

Students choose the online MBA program at the University of Kentucky for its “affordability and reputation,” saying that “The curriculum rivals any other top-tier program, you get a great education for a reasonable price.” Rather than offer separate tracks Continue Reading...

Average Undergrad GPA: 3.45

Work Experience: 0.0 years

Applicants: 59

Acceptance Rate: 98%

Average Age: 34

Online Enrollment: 167

Total Tuition and Fees: $37,710

Average GMAT Score: 596

Average Starting Salary: $119,120

#49

University of Delaware - Alfred Lerner College of Business & Economics

591 Collaboration Way
Graduate and MBA Programs
Newark, DE 19713
United States

AACSB-Accredited

WHY STUDENTS CHOOSE IT

AACSB-accredited since 2013; average GMAT of 603
410 students; 42% women, 90% employed full-time
30% of students promoted while in the program
Avg salary $102,186; total program cost ~$39,630

The Online MBA program at University of Delaware, a public school, was started in 2013. The application deadline for the Online MBA program is rolling. The Online MBA program is accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Continue Reading...

Average Undergrad GPA: 3.30

Work Experience: 7.5 years

Applicants: 169

Acceptance Rate: 83%

Average Age: 32

Online Enrollment: 358

Total Tuition and Fees: $41,800

Average GMAT Score: 677

Average Starting Salary: $104,766

#50

Montclair State University - Feliciano School of Business

The Graduate School
One Normal Avenue
Montclair, NJ 07043
United States

AACSB-Accredited

WHY STUDENTS CHOOSE IT

STEM-designated; no GMAT/GRE required, four concentrations
Self-paced, asynchronous format with leadership-focused curriculum
Internships, speaker events, and international trips included
Close-knit community building a lifelong professional network

Montclair State University’s online MBA, offered through the Feliciano School of Business, is a STEM-designated, skills-based program that prepares business leaders for today’s data-driven world. Thanks to a flexible program that focuses on career advancement, students can graduate in Continue Reading...

Average Undergrad GPA: 3.28

Work Experience: 0.2 years

Applicants: 298

Acceptance Rate: 56%

Average Age: 30

Online Enrollment: 321

Total Tuition and Fees: $32,100

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