FAQ

The program is 36 credits, and students can complete it in as few as 12 months (one year) or opt for a two‑year track if desired.

Tuition is approximately $36,000 total, which comes out to about $1,000 per credit. If wanting to do the Shingo Specialization, it will be an additional $9,000, totaling to $45,000.

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.
• Strong recommendation: at least a 3.0 GPA on your last 60 credits.
• Application requirements include:
• Online application with a $55 non‑refundable fee (Email utahstatemba@usu.edu for application fee waiver code!)
• Résumé
• Statement of purpose (one‑page)
• Three professional recommendation contacts
• Official transcripts of all prior degrees
• A GMAT/GRE is not required for working professionals. Instead, applicants may be asked to pass free pre‑MBA assessment modules (MyEducator) in accounting and finance or enroll in prep courses.

• Fall start: apply by July  1
• Spring start: apply by November  1
• Summer start: apply by March  1

Yes! The program offers optional international study tours (typically during spring break) through its Global Learning Experience.

For qualified students, financial aid assistance is offered through USU Student Financial Support. The MBA program has two small scholarship that are available each fall. Students need to complete a FAFSA document each year in order to be eligible to receive them.

Absolutely. Our program is built for working professionals, with online, evening, and hybrid options that make it possible to earn your MBA while maintaining your full-time career. We recommend dedicating 20 hours per week to your classwork.