In developing this ranking, we’ve examined 175 competitive small colleges offering online MBA degree programs. From among these schools, we’ve selected the ones where you’ll be able to get the best deal and most choices of majors – by comparing total expenses and majors as reported by each institution. The colleges that cover the greatest percentage made the final cut, and are ranked here accordingly.
20. University of North Dakota
Grand Forks, ND
Founded in 1883, The University of North Dakota is located Grant Folks, North Dakota. It offers one of the most reliable MBA Programs, and all courses are accessible from the internet. It’s been ranked as “The #1 College In North Dakota”; “#1 Fittest College In America” by Rodale Wellness; “13th Best Online MBA Program” by Princeton Review; and has also been recognized by the U.S. News and World Report, Time Magazine, and BestColleges.com. With over 275 clubs and organizations students can freely engage with one another and expand their network too.
Annual Tuition: $6,843
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18. University of West Georgia
Carrollton, GA
Annual Tuition: $3,672
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17. Park University
Parkville, MO
Established in 1875, Park University is located in Parkville, Mo and aims to cultivate accountability, civility and respect, excellence, global citizenship, and integrity through their courses. Being recognized by: The U.S. News and World Report, Military Advanced Education, Guide to Schools Online, AffordableCollegesOnline.org, Military Times, Parents & Colleges, GetEducated.com, G.I. Jobs, BestColleges.com, University Research & Review, Colleges of Distinction, Diverse Issues In Higher Education, The Hispanic Outlook In Higher Education, OnlineU, The New York Times, The U.S. Department of Education, and many more, this university offers a quality and affordable online MBA program.
Annual Tuition: $11,110
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16. Columbia Southern University
Orange Beach, AL
Columbia Southern University offers an online MBA program for students interested in entering the world of business. Through it’s program it aims to change and improve the lives of their students so they can maximize their professional and personal potential. Aiming to cultivate integrity, fairness, tolerance, professionalism in the students all while offering courses at an affordable rate students can develop the abilities and thinking skills that will lead them to success. In addition, Columbia Southern University is also a member of the American Council on Education, and is also an accredited university by the Distance Education Accrediting Commission (DEAC).
Annual Tuition: $9,900
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15. California Intercontinental University
Irvine, CA
California Intercontinental University is an online distance education institution dedicated to the study of Business Administration and Management. The online MBA courses aim to promote quality learning, critical thinking skills, and a sense of professionalism. At CIU, professors are striving towards helping their students to become successful business managers, executives, leaders, researchers, and consultants. In addition, California Intercontinental University is also accredited by the Distance Learning Accrediting Commission, Council for Higher Education Accreditation, and Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education making it a reliable and safe online educational institution.
Annual Tuition: $9,085
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14. American Business and Technology University
St Joseph, MO
The American Business and Technology University is an online university dedicated to helping students attain an affordable MBA degree. With live interactive classes held 1-3 days per week, and all courses recorded and posted onto the website with 24/7 access, it’s ideal for students with a flexible schedule. In addition, the American Business and Technology University has been accredited by the Distance Education Accrediting Commission (DEAC), the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA), and it’s licensed and approved to operate in the state of Missouri through the Missouri Department of Higher Education.
Annual Tuition: $8,376
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13. University of Texas at Brownsville
Brownsville, TX
Located in Brownsville, Texas, the University of Texas at Brownsville offers an accredited and affordable online MBA program accessible from any laptop or home computer that has access to the internet or a WiFi Network. Ideal for students with a packed schedule, it embraces teaching: excellence, active inquiry, lifelong learning, and service to the common good so students can grow not only academically but socially and intrinsically. With an annual tuition rate of $3,444, students can work towards an online MBA at an affordable rate whenever they find the time to.
Annual Tuition: $3,444
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12. Missouri Baptist University
St. Louis, MO
Missouri Baptist University is a private, evangelical Christian, coeducational university located in western St. Louis County in Creve Coeur Missouri. Accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, The Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, the National Council of Accreditation of Teacher Education, the National Association School of Music, and the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs, this university is is accountable and certified to teach students from all walks of life. In addition, annual tuition is only $5,700 and all courses are accessible from the internet.
Annual Tuition: $5,700/yr
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11. California Southern University
Irvine, CA
Accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC), The Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBPS), and the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA), California Southern University is an accredited university that world with students to develop their professional, critical thinking, and ethical skills by offering an affordable online MBA accessible from any home computer or laptop with access to the internet. With a mission to deliver a quality education at an affordable rate students can work towards an online MBA at less than $8,000 per year.
Annual Tuition: $7,650
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10. East Carolina University
Greenville, NC
East Carolina University offers students an affordable and accredited online MBA program at less than $5,000 per year. It has over 27,00 students and classes have a 17:1 student-to-teacher ratio so personal attention is encouraged and possible. In addition, this university uses innovative learning strategies to ensure that all of their students can fully understand the material. It also prepares their students for the professional business world with the right knowledge, skills, and values to succeed in our global and multicultural society.
Annual Tuition: $4,223
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9. Fort Hays University
Hays, KS
Founded in 1902, Fort Hays University is located on a 200-acre campus in Hays, Kansas. Accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (NCA) this university is reputable and safe for all students seeking an online degree. With over 13,000 enrolled students (almost 9,000 online), this university works with students to get an online MBA degree at the affordable rate of $8,000 per year. All courses are held online so no on campus time is required and courses are accessible 24/7 making it fit the students schedule.
Annual Tuition: $8,000
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8. Fitchburg State University
Fitchburg, MA
Located in Fitchburg, Massachusetts, Fitchburg State University is a public institution dedicated to integrating high-quality professional programs with strong liberal arts and science studies. Founded in 1894, Fitchburg offers students a comprehensive and accredited online MBA program at an affordable rate. In addition, Fitchburg has been accredited by the following organizations: New England Association of Schools and Colleges, the International Assembly for Collegiate Business Education, the Council for Standards in Human Service Education, and the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education.
Annual Tuition: $7,240
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7. Arkansas State University
Jonesboro, AR
Arkansas State University is a public university founded in 1909 situated on over 1,300 acres of land on Crowley’s Ridge at Jonesboro Arkansas. Being accredited by 13 organizations, Arkansas State University is considered one of the most reputable and reliable online colleges in the United States. Average class sizes consist of 27 students and online courses are available too so students can work towards an online MBA at their own pace and time for under $5,000 per year.
Annual Tuition: $4,390
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6. Chadron State University
Chadron, NE
Recognized by the U.S. News and World Report, Guide to Online Schools, Military Times Edge, MBAOnline.com, and G.I. Jobs, Chadron State University is an accredited and noteworthy online university where students get get an online MBA for under $5,000 per year. Being accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, the National Council for the Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE), Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP), the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP), and the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) this university aims to offer their students a quality education at an affordable rate.
Annual Tuition:$4,920
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5. Amberton University
Garland, TX
Accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to award Bachelors an Master’s degrees, Amberton University is a non-profit university that aims to help students grow on an academic and ethical level. Situated in Garland, Texas in the Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex it’s main campus is adjacent to Interstate 635 making it easy to access. The online MBA program is accessible from any computer or laptop with access to the internet and all of the courses are accessible from the website 24/7. In addition, Amberton University was recognized for its affordability by GetEDucated.com offering an online MBA in Business Administration / General Business for about $4,000 per year.
Annual Tuition: $4,150
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4. University of Wyoming
Laramie, WY
The University of Wyoming, founded in 1886, is a land-grant university situated on Wyoming high Laramie Plains, at an elevation of 7,220 feet between the Laramie and Snowy Range mountains. Featured in the 2011 Princeton Review Best 272 Colleges list it holds the reputation of being a university that offers their students a quality education. In addition to the education the University of Wyoming offers over 200 student clubs and organizations for its on campus students, and online video conferencing classes for their online students. All courses are accessible from the website at all times so students can work towards an online MBA program on their schedule.
Annual Tuition: $6,815
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3. Aspen University
Denver, CO
Aspen University, established in 1987, is a top is a private, for-profit higher education institution nationally-accredited distance learning university situated in Denver Colorado. It aims to offer motivated and worthy students the opportunity to learn more at their own pace through the internet. All courses are held online, are accessible through a login portal, and are available at all times so students can go back to previous lessons at any time they choose. This institution is also accredited by the Distance Education Accrediting Commission (CHEA), Project Management Institute (PMI), and the Association for Addiction Professionals (NAADAC).
Annual Tuition: $4,150
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2. Texas A&M University
College Station, TX
Established in 1876 as the state’s first public institution of higher education learning, Texas A&M University has expanded its network to include students from all areas of the world by offering an online MBA program at the affordable rate of $6,815 per year. The main campus, located in College Station, Texas, has over 59,000 students and aims to work with students to embrace professional skillets and values such as loyalty, respect, and service so they can succeed in their future careers. All online courses are accessible directly from the website, and students can access the video files on their own schedule.
Annual Tuition: $6,815
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1. Fayetteville State University
Fayetteville, NC
Fayetteville State University is a regional university in Fayetteville, North Carolina with an accredited online MBA program at about $3,000 per year. It’s been recognized by the U.S. News and World Report as having one of the “Best Online Programs” in 2014, by the Princeton Review as one of the “Best Business Schools of 2016”, having one of the Best Master’s Degree Online MBA Programs, and it’s also accredited by The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB). Working towards an online MBA is made simple through Fayetteville State Universities online login portal where students can access the course material at any time of the day.
Annual Tuition: $3,191