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It’s no secret that an MBA (Master’s in Business Administration) is a strong career investment. The business training that students receive is often prized by employers, so much so that degree holders have a median starting salary of $110K and are more likely to obtain top management positions. But aside from financial gain and greater job stability, obtaining an MBA opens the door to a wealth of opportunity whether that includes starting your own successful business or becoming a leading innovator in marketing, strategy, and anything in between.
More importantly, innovations in technology have led to fundamental changes in business. The rise of tech savvy consumer bases, industry disruptors, and digital workflows means business professionals must be more versatile than ever. MBA programs train students to address major changes like these head on – courses and concentrations from innovation management to information security give students the ability to adapt to and shape emerging business trends.
As an MBA student, you will not only master core business skills but gain the invaluable opportunity to network and understand the global economy. Many who join MBA programs are dedicated professionals who are the best-of-the-best in their respective fields which means you will develop rewarding relationships with future industry leaders often with international reach. Add to that the opportunity to learn from insightful professors and accomplished executives, and you can feel confident in earning your place at the forefront of the dynamic world of business.
For more more resources and career information related to this degree, please read our career guide here.

In-state: $10,710
Out-of-state: $28,800
In-state: $11,720
Out-of-state: $11,720
SAT: 1100-1320
ACT: 21-28
$1,629
Online
Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business
49
In-state: NA
Out-of-state: NA
In-state: NA
Out-of-state: NA
SAT: NA
ACT: NA
In-State: $863
Out-of-State: $1,151
Online
Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business
62
In-state: NA
Out-of-state: NA
In-state: NA
Out-of-state: NA
SAT: NA
ACT: NA
$1,248
Online
Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business
48
In-state: $8,073
Out-of-state: $30,036
In-state: $10,079
Out-of-state: $10,079
SAT: 1110-1310
ACT: 22-29
$750
Online, On-Campus
Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business
45
In-state: $9,723
Out-of-state: $25,057
In-state: $13,224
Out-of-state: $13,224
SAT: 1120-1330
ACT: 23-29
Resident: $962
Non-Resident: $1,061
Online
Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business
35-48
In-state: $9,815
Out-of-state: $36,194
In-state: $9,786
Out-of-state: $9,786
SAT: 1120-1350
ACT: 24-31
In-State: $889
Out-of-State: $1,457
Online
Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business
54
In-state: $7,976
Out-of-state: $7,976
In-state: $8,012
Out-of-state: $8,012
SAT: N/A
ACT: 19-24
$666
Online
International Accreditation Council for Business Education
30
In-state: NA
Out-of-state: NA
In-state: NA
Out-of-state: NA
SAT: NA
ACT: NA
$367
Online
Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business
30
In-state: $8,966
Out-of-state: $9,326
In-state: $6,072
Out-of-state: $6,072
SAT: 960-1190
ACT: 18-24
$473
Online
Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business
30
In-state: $7,968
Out-of-state: $17,148
In-state: $7,981
Out-of-state: $7,981
SAT: 1020-1230
ACT: 21-27
$606
Online, On-Campus
Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business International
30
In-state: $29,910
Out-of-state: $29,910
In-state: $13,410
Out-of-state: $13,410
SAT: 978-1170
ACT: 19-26
$745
Online
Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs
36
In-state: $29,670
Out-of-state: $29,670
In-state: $11,448
Out-of-state: $11,448
SAT: 960-1140
ACT: 18-24
$636
Online, On-Campus
Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs
30-36
In-state: $7,716
Out-of-state: $19,290
In-state: $9,288
Out-of-state: $9,288
SAT: 1010-1180
ACT: 20-26
In-State: $534
Out-of-State: $545
Online
Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business
30
In-state: $5,748
Out-of-state: $7,195
In-state: $4,968
Out-of-state: $4,968
SAT: 920-1130
ACT: 18-23
$500
Online
Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business
37
In-state: $17,220
Out-of-state: $17,220
In-state: $15,552
Out-of-state: $15,552
SAT: 940-1220
ACT: 21-29
$695
Online, On-Campus
Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs
42
In-state: $4,140
Out-of-state: $14,580
In-state: $3,726
Out-of-state: $3,726
SAT: N/A
ACT: N/A
$386
Online, On-Campus
Higher Learning Commission
33
In-state: $6,240
Out-of-state: $14,880
In-state: $4,716
Out-of-state: $4,716
SAT: 880-1090
ACT: 17-23
$391
Online
Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business
30
In-state: NA
Out-of-state: NA
In-state: NA
Out-of-state: NA
SAT: NA
ACT: NA
$500
Online
Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business
36