With AACSB accreditation, the online MBA program at the College of Business at West Texas A&M University has the best value for a highly regarded academic program. Students describe the rigor of the program as a significant commitment where one must be mentally prepared. Although it can be very trying at times, it is still manageable for the majority of students. Most are able to prioritize tasks and activities in order to maintain a healthy work-life balance. The winter and summer courses offered for many of the MBA programs are another perk and add to the accommodating experience of this fully-online curriculum. One student says, I have been able to maintain a work-life balance in part due to free time during slow periods on the job, but I still found three classes per semester too much. I recommend two classes per semester, taking advantage of winter and summer sessions to stay on track to graduate within two years. The faculty members at WTAMU help to make the MBA program convenient for the hectic lives of hardworking adults. Both professors and administrators respond to questions/emails very quickly. Knowledgeable and accessible instructors offer their full time and support in an effort to make meaningful connections with their students, even with difficulties associated with completely online programs. One student states, After getting a BS and MS at a large University, I was always amazed at how responsive a small university like WTAMU was. The Chair of a department will return an email in a day. The wide range of students who attend West Texas Universitys online MBA program are professionals that are dedicated to completing the program with high academic standards. They are considered to be very driven and eager to learn. Their valuable input and experience add to the excellent business education WTAMU students receive.
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Admissions Office Contact
Contact
Misty Hobbs
Coordinator of Graduate Business Programs
Coordinator of Graduate Business Programs
Address
WTAMU Box 60809
College of Business
Canyon, TX, 79016
United States
College of Business
Canyon, TX, 79016
United States
Phone
806-651-2500
Fax
Email
cobgrad@wtamu.edu
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Overview
Applicants
578
Acceptance Rate
69%
Years of Work Experience
3.0
Average Age
33
GPA / Test Scores
Average Undergrad GPA
3.50
Undergraduate GPA (25th Percentile - 75th Percentile)
2.8 - 3.67
Accept GRE in Lieu of GMAT?
No
Percent of Applicants Submitting GRE
Average Verbal GRE Score
Average Quantitative GRE Score
Average Writing GRE Score
Deadlines
Deferred Enrollment Option
Yes
Max Length of Deferrment
12 months
Rolling Admissions
Yes
Application Fees
In-State Application Fee
$55
Out-of-State Application Fee
$55
International (non-U.S.) Applicants:
$90
Admissions Factors
Required
Essays/Personal Statement
Undergraduate GPA
Letters Of Recommendation
Interview
Other
Optional
GMAT Scores
GRE Scores
GMAT or GRE Scores
Extracurricular Activities
State Residency
Other Factors That Influence Admission
Resume
Special Programs Offered To Recruit Underrepresented Minority Students Or Students With Disadvantaged Backgrounds
Additional scholarship opportunities.
Minimum TOEFL Score (Paper-Based Test)
550
Minimum TOEFL Score (Web-Based Test)
79
Academics
Academics
Faculty Information
Student/Faculty
30:1
Total Faculty
54
% Faculty with Terminal Degree
98%
% Faculty Teaching at Least 1 Online Course This Year
96%
100%
Full-time
46%
Female
35%
Underrepresented Minorities
Academic Overview
Minimum In-Person Days Student is Required to Attend During Duration of Program (Not Including Travel Days)
0
Chat rooms
Yes
Interactive transcripts
Yes
Live audio
Yes
Live video
Yes
Smartphone applications
Yes
Recorded audio
Yes
Recorded video
Yes
Streaming audio
Yes
Streaming video
Yes
Tablet applications
Yes
Concentrations
Healthcare Administration
Yes
Information Systems/Information Technology
Yes
Leadership/Management
Yes
Marketing
Yes
Special Academic Programs
Peer Tutoring
No
Pre-MBA Bootcamp
Yes
Top 5 Most Prominent Faculty
Dr. James Owens
Professor of Finance, Harvard U.
Dr. Jonathan Shaffer
Professor of Management, U of Iowa
Dr. Nick Gerlich
Professor of Marketing, U. of Indiana
Dr. Andrew Li
Professor of Management, U. of Arizona
Dr. Sean Humpherys
Associate Professor of CIS, U. of Arizona
Career Services Overview
Career Services Overview
Career Services Overview
Students Say
Aside from its appealing cost and reputation, many students choose WTAMU for the fact that the MBA program can be taken 100 percent online and for its emphasis in healthcare management, although the school offers a wide-range of classes to suit any business interests. The challenging content and quantitative coursework can furthermore be easily applied to our work environment. Some students suggest that the program keep incrementally improving the online learning model, as they feel the online tools (such as Blackboard) should provide enhanced usability and network connections between students and faculty. Nonetheless, the overall experience at WTAMU is definitely a positive one. Strong reputation, reliable professors, and of course, affordability stand out at as strengths. As one student states, The costs of education are paramount in todays student loan debt environment. Quantifying students ROI from educational investments is critical in evaluating educational opportunities. The flexibility of the asynchronous online approach to the program in conjunction with an affordable tuition is exceptionally appealing to many students looking to make the shift into higher-level management positions within their chosen career fields.
Mean Base Salary of Most Recent Graduating Class After Graduating from Program
$72,500
Average # of Months to Graduate (Since Program Started)
18
Dedicated Career Services Center
Yes
Description
Career services supports job preparation skills (e.g., resume creating, mock interviews, and general information) and establishes contact with employers to facilitate connection with students for career fairs, meet the firms events, and interviews.
Graduates Employed by Region
50%
Southwest
15%
West
9%
Midwest
8%
South
7%
International
6%
Northeast
5%
Mid-Atlantic
Top 5 Most Prominent Alumni
David Prescott
CEO, Talon
Krystal Holder
HR Manager, Bell Helicopter
Scott Elliott
Training Manager, Consolidated Nuclear Security
Steven Smith
Executive VP, Maxor
Dustin Wall
Pharmacy Analyst, Maxor
Tuition & Aid
Tuition & Aid
Tuition & Expenses
| In-State | Out-of-State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition Per Academic Year (Full-Time) | $5,760 | $6,480 |
| Fees Per Academic Year (Full-Time) | $3,240 | $3,240 |
| Tuition Per Credit Hour (Part-Time) | $320 | $360 |
| Fees Per Credit Hour (Part-Time) | $180 | $180 |
| Total cost (tuition and fees) of Online MBA program in its entirety | $56,520 | $21,600 |
Financial Aid Statistics
Financial Aid Notification Begins
Six months preceding application start date
Percent of Students Receiving Some Form of Aid
40%
Percent of Students Receiving Scholarships or Grants
25%
Percent of Students Receiving Loans
25%
Average Aid Package
$3,900
Average Scholarship / Grant Aid Awarded
$1,500
Average Annual Loans to MBA Program Students
$6,000
Average Debt at Graduation
$4,800
Student Body
Student Body
Student Body Profile
Total Online MBA Enrollment (Full-Time and Part-Time)
582
Full-Time
89%
Part-Time
11%
In State
50.0%
Out of State
50.0%
Foreign Countries Represented
13
Demographics
19.0%
Underrepresented Minorities
10.0%
International
50.0%
Out of State
52% female
48% male
