Online MBA in Arkansas State University, Jonesboro, Arkansas

Quick Stats

Campus: Jonesboro, Arkansas
Type: Public
Accreditation: AACSB
Base Program Cost: $14,586
Per Credit Hour: $442
Minimum Credit Hours: 33
GMAT Required: Yes
Minimum Time Commitment: 24 months
Online Concentrations: None
On Campus Requirement: No
School Site: Overview | Tuition | Financial Aid

Introduction

Arkansas State University (ASU) is an outstanding state college that boasts strong academic programs in multiple disciplines for driven students. ASU’s accredited MBA program in particular is a remarkable example of the university’s high academic standards, offering students the opportunity to earn their MBA at their own pace through their distinct online MBA program. Students who earn an MBA will gain the tools and knowledge to start a rewarding career in business.

Accreditation

Arkansas State University is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools. The university’s online MBA program is offered through their College of Business, which is accredited by The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AASCSB). The accreditation of both the university and its business school indicates the high-caliber education students can hope to earn when they enroll.

Academics

The ASU online MBA program offers rigorous coursework meant to produce only the best and brightest new businesspersons and entrepreneurs. MBA students will take courses in managerial economics, business analytics, strategic marketing, and many other industry courses designed to address the most important issues and topics facing business owners. The courses use online modules (projects, quizzes, and tests given through the web) to optimize a student’s familiarity with digital technology. Above all the MBA classes at Arkansas State University will teach students to be leaders in whatever field of business they choose to pursue.

Admission

Applicants who want to enter the ASU online MBA program must adhere to the same requirements asked of all students entering graduate programs at the university. Admission requirements include but are not limited to the following:

• A bachelor’s degree or its equivalent
• A completed application form the university’s website
• Transcripts from any previous colleges attended
• Passing either the GMAT or the GRE with scores sent to the admissions office
• International students must submit an affidavit of financial resources

Applicants interested in enrolling in the MBA program should be sure to consult the admissions office or the admissions section of the university website prior to submitting their information just to make sure everything is in order.

Tuition and Financial Aid

Those who want to apply for financial aid should fill out their FAFSA (ASU’s Federal School Code is 001090) after submitting their application for admission to ASU. Once an applicant has filled out their FAFSA, they should check for updates in their Financial Aid Status periodically until they hear from the financial aid office. The priority deadline for financial aid is February 15th. If an applicant receives financial aid, their funds will be distributed through ASU after the 11th day of classes.