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You have lots of options when it comes to getting a business degree, but WGU has degree programs that work with your schedule and timeline. You can continue to work and maintain your other responsibilities all while attending school.
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Our low, flat-rate tuition is about half the national average,* making a degree from WGU an affordable option for aspiring students nationwide. As a student, you’ll be eligible to apply for exclusive scholarships, which can lower the cost of your degree even more. Graduate with less student debt or none at all—the average student debt of WGU grads is about half that of their peers at other universities.**
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*WGU average annual bachelor’s tuition rates are 40% lower than the national average, compared to national rates reported by the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data Systems in 2022. WGU average rate does not include rates for WGU Bachelor of Science, Nursing Prelicensure program.
**WGU undergraduate students have approximately half the debt at graduation compared to the national average, according to the Institute for College Access and Success (2022).
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Master of Business Administration
MBA Information Technology Management
Human Resource Management – M.S.
Management and Leadership – M.S.
Master of Healthcare Administration (from the Leavitt School of Health)
Data Analytics – M.S. (from the School of Technology)
Learning Experience Design and Educational Technology – M.S. (from the School of Education)
School of Business FAQs
Doing research is crucial when comparing business administration degrees. Things like the cost of the program, the amount of time it will take, and the courses are all important factors when making a decision. But there is more you should think about when making your choice. The amount of debt students have, the amount they are able to earn after they graduate, and how many online students a university has are also extremely important factors in determining which is the best program to meet your needs.
1. Excelsior College
ROI: 497%
Exclusively Online Students: 25,245
Tuition: $9,180 per year
2. Western Governors University
ROI: 267%
Exclusively Online Students: 136,139
Tuition: $6,450 per year
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3. American Public University System
ROI: 249%
Exclusively Online Students: 45,249
Tuition: $11,550 per year
4. Arizona State University—Skysong
ROI: 225%
Exclusively Online Students: 43,721
Tuition: $8,550 per year
5. Capella University
ROI: 171%
Exclusively Online Students: 37,859
Tuition: $10,710 per year
Compare tuition prices for business management programs at online colleges. Other fees may apply, and fees will vary based on degree program and institution. These calculations are made based on 4 year degree programs, with prices listed on an institution's website.
Western Governors University
$28,600
Capella University
$38,400
Southern New Hampshire University
$38,400
Purdue Global University
$50,085
University of Phoenix
$47,760
Grand Canyon University
$56,400
Devry University
$62,708
Walden University
$62,795
On average, online business degrees at other universities will cost $38,000 to $60,000 total. There also may be in-state or out-of-state tuition factors, as well as additional fees. However, you may be able to find online degree programs that cost much less.
For example, business degree programs at WGU are $3,755 per term for a bachelor's degree, and only $4,755 for graduate programs. This is less than half the cost of other online institutions.*
A bachelor's degree in business usually takes around four years to complete at a traditional university. Often online business degree programs allow you to accelerate your program. For example, at WGU business undergraduate programs can be completed in around two years thanks to the accelerated course program.
An online business degree can open up many opportunities for you to begin or advance your career in business. Since a business degree is versatile and teaches many skills, it could qualify you to work in any of several unique industries. With an online business degree, you could potentially qualify for a job in management, finance, accounting, marketing, information technology, or even healthcare. So whether you want to be an accountant or a chief technology officer, an online business degree can help.
CPA licensure requirements vary by state. Check here for more information about accounting license requirements in your state.
*WGU average annual bachelor’s tuition rates are 53% lower than the national average, compared to national rates reported by the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data Systems in 2022. WGU average rate does not include rates for WGU Bachelor of Science, Nursing Prelicensure program.
Undergraduate
School of Business undergraduate program tuition
$3,755 — $3,755
Graduate
School of Business graduate program tuition
$4,755 — 4,755
Tuition rates effective September 1, 2024. Costs are per six-month term. Tuition covers unlimited courses per term.
All programs: $200 per-term Resource Fee covers e-textbooks and learning resources.
Undergraduate
School of Business undergraduate program tuition
$3,755 — $3,755
Graduate
School of Business graduate program tuition
$4,755 — 4,755
Tuition rates effective September 1, 2024. Costs are per six-month term. Tuition covers unlimited courses per term.
All programs: $200 per-term Resource Fee covers e-textbooks and learning resources.
