Best Online MBA Programs for 2026

Online MBA programs have become as rigorous as their on-campus counterparts. For many business school candidates, an online degree might even be the smarter choice. Online programs offer flexibility, affordability, access to innovative technologies, students from a diversity of career backgrounds, and global opportunities. Our 2026 Best Online MBA Programs list is based on institutional data, including career outcomes, admissions selectivity, cost, and academic rigor, among others. (Published July 2025)

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Tulane University - A.B. Freeman School of Business
Goldring
Woldenberg Business Complex
7 McAlister Place
New Orleans, LA 70118
United States
  • AACSB-Accredited

The Online Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Tulane's Freeman School of Business allows you to explore your area of interest while building foundational business acumen. The curriculum integrates emerging technologies to help you stay ahead of the curve and you will learn from the same faculty experts who teach on campus. Choose up to two concentrations in Business Analytics, Strategic Leadership, Finance or Marketing. Read More...
Average Undergrad GPA: 3.22
Work Experience: 11.0 years
Applicants: 121
Acceptance Rate: 70%
Average Age: 33
Online Enrollment: 80
Total Tuition and Fees: $83,950
Average GMAT Score: 653
Average Starting Salary: $107,390
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University of Arizona - Eller College of Management
McClelland Hall, Building 108, Rm 210
P.O. Box 210108
Tucson, AZ 85721
United States
  • AACSB-Accredited

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 six concentrations in entrepreneurship, health care, finance, management and organizations, management information systems, and marketing, students appreciate the "breadth of classes offered" and "the opportunity to touch upon a variety of subjects." Students choose the Eller Online MBA for its "affordability," "great reputation" and "convenient online experience." As one student reports, "University of Arizona's program was the right mix of cost, reputation, and course offering." Another adds that the program embraces its online student population "by communicating daily, providing 24/7 librarian services, and making its professors accessible." Courses are 100 percent online and delivered via the "user-friendly" Blackboard platform, which "enables in-class discussions, group discussions, private discussions with the professor and video lectures that do not skip or stall." As one student raves, "Accessibility was flawless . . . I travelled frequently while in the program Read More...
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
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University of California - Davis - Graduate School of Management
Graduate School of Management
One Shields Ave, Gallagher Hall
Davis, CA 95616
United States
  • AACSB-Accredited

The Online MBA program at University of California--Davis, 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 of Business (AACSB). Read More...
Work Experience: 0.5 years
Average GMAT Score: 630
Average Starting Salary: $96,482
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University of Cincinnati - Carl H. Lindner College of Business

Carl H. Lindner Hall, Suite 606
P.O. Box 210020
Cincinnati, OH 45221
United States
  • AACSB-Accredited

The Online MBA program at University of Cincinnati, 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 Business (AACSB). The school rates the importance of the GMAT as very important in admission decisions and report an average GMAT of 611. The Online MBA program has a total of 135 students; it is represented by 3 foreign countries; 20% of Online MBA students are underrepresented minorities; 47% of Online MBA students are women. 29% of students report receiving a career promotion while attending the program. The average base salary upon graduation is $148,400. The total program cost is around $31,187. Scholarships are available and the average annual aid package is about $13,534. Read More...
Average Undergrad GPA: 3.60
Work Experience: 6.1 years
Applicants: 142
Acceptance Rate: 77%
Average Age: 31
Online Enrollment: 135
Total Tuition and Fees: $31,437
Average GMAT Score: 653
Average Starting Salary: $148,400
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601 S Morgan Suite 1111
University Hall
Chicago, IL 60607
United States
  • AACSB-Accredited

The Master of Business Administration programs from UIC Business offer the flexibility to fully customize your degree to your career goals and lifestyle. The Flex and Online MBA programs feature five in-demand concentrations (Business Analytics, Finance, Human Resource Management, Management and Marketing) with courses offered on a regular, predictable schedule, making it easier to plan your program from start to finish. Read More...
Average Undergrad GPA: 3.20
Applicants: 123
Acceptance Rate: 98%
Average Age: 32
Online Enrollment: 236
Total Tuition and Fees: $36,834
Average Starting Salary: $104,000
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University of Miami - Miami Herbert Business School
PO Box 248505
Coral Gables, FL 33124
United States
  • AACSB-Accredited

The Online MBA program at University of Miami, 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 Business (AACSB). The school rates the importance of the GMAT as very important in admission decisions and report an average GMAT of 587. The Online MBA program has a total of 121 students; it is represented by 1 foreign country; 28% of Online MBA students are underrepresented minorities; 34% of Online MBA students are women. 100% of Online MBA students are employed full-time while attending the program. The total program cost is around $84,320. Scholarships are available and the average annual aid package is about $29,895. Read More...
Average Undergrad GPA: 3.30
Work Experience: 12.0 years
Applicants: 359
Acceptance Rate: 19%
Average Age: 34
Online Enrollment: 121
Total Tuition and Fees: $84,320
Average GMAT Score: 654
Average Starting Salary: $71,210
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University of Minnesota - Curtis L. Carlson School of Management
321 Nineteenth Avenue South
Suite 1
Minneapolis, MN 55455
United States
  • AACSB-Accredited

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Average Undergrad GPA: 3.39
Work Experience: 0.5 years
Applicants: 92
Acceptance Rate: 73%
Average Age: 34
Online Enrollment: 100
Total Tuition and Fees: $87,490
Average Starting Salary: $106,435
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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

The distinguishing features of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hills 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 analytical skills and is also very big on leadership and management. Students have the option to earn their MBA with a concentration in entrepreneurship, which is not offered at most schools. The format of the program is comprised of both synchronous and asynchronous material, which holds students accountable, as it reinforces learning and makes students to engage with each other. What the student learns from the material is on the student. MBA@UNC students enjoy having the ability to have synchronous sessions with classmates and professors, as well as the opportunity to meet classmates every quarter (or more often) in person. The rigor of the program is not lost through the use of an online platform: The live virtual classroom gives students the feel of a traditional classroom with the convenience of being able to work from Read More...
Average Undergrad GPA: 3.40
Work Experience: 9.5 years
Applicants: 783
Acceptance Rate: 57%
Average Age: 33
Online Enrollment: 458
Total Tuition and Fees: $125,589
Average GMAT Score: 710
Average Starting Salary: $163,552
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6610 N Lovington Highway
Hobbs, NM 88240
  • IACBE-Accredited

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Average Undergrad GPA: 3.10
Work Experience: 0.8 years
Total Tuition and Fees: $20,250
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UWA Station 4 Livingston
Livingston
Alabama, AL 35470
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213 Thurmond Building
Rock Hill, SC 29733
Abu Dhabi
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Work Experience: 0.4 years
Average GMAT Score: 470

American University - Kogod School of Business

4400 Massachusetts Avenue NW
T35
Washington, DC 20016
United States
  • AACSB-Accredited

Students, particularly working professionals, speak highly of American Universitys 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. Theres also high praise for Americans format10 weeks on and 3 weeks offas attendees find this gives a good balance throughout the year. That balance is made up of a combination of recorded lectures and classes with professors that are professionals in [their] field of study. This provides a variety of theory and implementation of concepts and ensures that subjects discussed in class are very much in line with current world events and/or with current technological advancements.

MBA candidates here happily report that their professors are all top notch, and that they are always accessible and explain the material well. One student even gushes that their teachers wealth of experience has helped me greatly with my own startup. As for coursework, though the vast majority of the coursework is conducted online, students still have the opportunity to participate in immersion Read More...
Average Undergrad GPA: 3.18
Work Experience: 7.1 years
Applicants: 50
Acceptance Rate: 78%
Average Age: 35
Online Enrollment: 65
Total Tuition and Fees: $93,600
Average Starting Salary: $103,000

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

P.O. Box 874906
Tempe, AZ 85287
United States
  • AACSB-Accredited

Students choose Arizona State Universitys W. P. Carey Online MBA program for its excellent reputation and appreciate its optional concentrations and concurrent degree opportunities. With each course condensed into just five weeks, classwork and workload is intense, but the professors do an amazing job of making themselves available to students and providing a strong online presence. As one student notes, The curriculum is rigorous and relevant, designed to challenge and expand our understanding of modern business practices. The program promotes the importance of on-the-job learning for professional development and enhances the student's learning experience with real-world and practical problems. A working student agrees, saying that the coursework is extremely relevant to the outside world and business. Another student attests, The opportunity to learn about AI and its impact in our daily lives seemed like a no-brainer to launch my career to the next level.
Students can tailor their classes and group projects to fit their schedules, taking just one class at a time. Many working students appreciate that the fully asynchronous delivery system with quality instruction Read More...
Average Undergrad GPA: 3.44
Work Experience: 5.3 years
Applicants: 735
Acceptance Rate: 70%
Average Age: 32
Online Enrollment: 801
Total Tuition and Fees: $72,102
Average GMAT Score: 698
Average Starting Salary: $108,182

P. O. Box 244023
Montgomery, AL 36124
United States
  • AACSB-Accredited

The Online MBA program at Auburn University Montgomery, a public school, was started in 2017. The Online MBA program is accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB). Read More...
Applicants: 49
Acceptance Rate: 76%
Average Age: 30
Online Enrollment: 81
Total Tuition and Fees: $8,712
Average GMAT Score: 0

Augusta University - Hull College of Business

2500 Walton Way
AH
Augusta, GA 30904
United States
  • AACSB-Accredited

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Average Undergrad GPA: 3.20
Applicants: 28
Acceptance Rate: 50%
Average Age: 32
Total Tuition and Fees: $25,510

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

Olin Hall
Babson College
Babson Park (Wellesley), MA 02457
United States
  • AACSB-Accredited

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 start their own businesses, while the other half is looking to expand functionally or enter into higher levels of management. There is a heavy focus on three areas: entrepreneurship (most importantly), group/team work, and management/organization. For most graduate students, flexibility is crucial. Many MBA students want a program where it is possible to balance both work and school without giving up their current source of income. The Babson College Blended Learning MBA program offers the opportunity for students to attend classes both on campus and online. One student says, I really enjoyed the Blended Format. Working in Corporate Finance means sometimes I cannot leave work to attend night class and my schedule is incredibly demanding. The blended program allowed me to be flexible while also getting the critical face time in class for discussions. Babson students Read More...
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

Ball State University - Miller College of Business

WB 146
Muncie, IN 47306
United States
  • AACSB-Accredited

The Online MBA program at Ball State University, a public school, was started in 1983. The application deadline for the Online MBA program is rolling. The Online MBA program is accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB). The school rates the importance of the GMAT or GRE as very important in admission decisions and report an average GMAT of 538. The Online MBA program has a total of 317 students; it is represented by 3 foreign countries; 6% of Online MBA students are underrepresented minorities; 37% of Online MBA students are women. The total program cost is around $25,440 while average debt upon graduation is $29,393. Scholarships are available and the average annual aid package is about $3,856. Read More...
Average Undergrad GPA: 3.40
Work Experience: 4.9 years
Applicants: 296
Acceptance Rate: 43%
Average Age: 28
Online Enrollment: 317
Total Tuition and Fees: $13,980

Bellarmine University - W. Fielding Rubel School of Business

2001 Newburg Road
Centro 156
Louisville, KY 40205
United States
  • AACSB-Accredited

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Average Undergrad GPA: 3.27
Work Experience: 0.2 years
Applicants: 55
Acceptance Rate: 75%
Total Tuition and Fees: $31,160
Average Starting Salary: $54,216

Bentley University - McCallum Graduate School of Business

175 Forest Street
Waltham, MA 02452
United States
  • AACSB-Accredited

The Online MBA program at Bentley University, a private school, was started in 2018. The application deadline for the Online MBA program is rolling. The Online MBA program is accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB). The school rates the importance of the GMAT or GRE as important in admission decisions. The Online MBA program has a total of 25 students; it is represented by 2 foreign countries; 20% of Online MBA students are underrepresented minorities; 32% of Online MBA students are women. The total program cost is around $59,160. Scholarships are available and the average annual aid package is about $24,263. Read More...
Average Undergrad GPA: 3.31
Work Experience: 8.4 years
Applicants: 39
Acceptance Rate: 72%
Average Age: 28
Online Enrollment: 37
Total Tuition and Fees: $76,020
Average Starting Salary: $133,899

Boston University - Questrom School of Business

Rafik B. Hariri Building
595 Commonwealth Avenue
Boston, MA 02215
United States
  • AACSB-Accredited

The Online MBA from Boston University's Questrom School of Business is an engaging, digitally delivered program for ambitious global business leaders. Priced at $25,000, the program can be completed 100% online in as few as 24 months. The program is divided into six modules for $4,167 each, with an additional $350-$450 per semester for books and course materials. All Online MBA students have access to a student success specialist, the BU online job board, and other university resources like the BU Library both online and on-campus. Read More...
Work Experience: 0.6 years
Total Tuition and Fees: $25,000
Average GMAT Score: 701
Average Starting Salary: $118,566

Bowling Green State University - Schmidthorst College of Business

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United States
  • AACSB-Accredited

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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

California State University, Chico - The College of Business

321 Glenn Hall
CSU, Chico
Chico, CA 95929
United States
  • AACSB-Accredited

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Average Undergrad GPA: 3.20
Work Experience: 6.0 years
Applicants: 228
Acceptance Rate: 88%
Average Age: 32
Online Enrollment: 115
Total Tuition and Fees: $30,000
Average Starting Salary: $71,588

California State University, Long Beach - College of Business

1250 Bellflower Boulevard
Long Beach, CA 90840
United States
  • AACSB-Accredited

The Online MBA program at California State University, Long Beach, 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 of Business (AACSB). The school rates the importance of the GMAT or GRE as very important in admission decisions and report an average GMAT of 444. The Online MBA program has a total of 27 students; 44% of Online MBA students are women. The total program cost is around $30,000. Read More...
Average Undergrad GPA: 3.16
Work Experience: 7.0 years
Applicants: 45
Acceptance Rate: 71%
Online Enrollment: 27
Average GMAT Score: 544

California State University, Stanislaus - College of Business Administration

One University Circle
Turlock, CA 95382
United States
  • AACSB-Accredited

The Online MBA program at California State University, Stanislaus, a public school, was started in 2012. The application deadline for the Online MBA program is rolling. The Online MBA program is accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB). The school rates the importance of the GMAT or GRE as very important in admission decisions. The Online MBA program has a total of 38 students; 42% of Online MBA students are underrepresented minorities; 50% of Online MBA students are women. 80% of Online MBA students are employed full-time while attending the program. Scholarships are available and the average annual aid package is about $17,991. Read More...
Applicants: 135
Acceptance Rate: 93%
Average Age: 30
Online Enrollment: 156
Total Tuition and Fees: $27,600

Carnegie Mellon University - Tepper School of Business

Tepper School of Business
5000 Forbes Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA 15213
United States
  • AACSB-Accredited

The Carnegie Mellon University Tepper School of Business Part-Time Online MBA offers students the opportunity to combine online classes with short on-site immersive "Access Weekends" held every two months at Carnegie Mellon locations throughout the United States. Students say they choose the Tepper School Online MBA program because of its "flexibility," noting that "the online program offered me an opportunity to attend an outstanding MBA program while continuing to work." Students appreciate that the Online MBA program is "treated exactly the same as [Tepper's] full-time and part-time programs," including that it "provides the same curriculum and awards the same degree as its full-time program." These part-time students appreciate that "the program allows you to switch to full-time option." The faculty is not only "excellent" and "very knowledgeable" but also "easily accessible." Students appreciate that "the class size is small and courses are analytical;" however, they experience some "logistical" issues and would like more electives. Online classes use a variety of software and notably make ample use of Vidyo video conferencing for live instruction. The students Read More...
Average Undergrad GPA: 3.36
Work Experience: 0.4 years
Applicants: 193
Acceptance Rate: 56%
Average Age: 30
Online Enrollment: 125
Total Tuition and Fees: $141,320
Average GMAT Score: 707
Average Starting Salary: $134,000

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