Program Details
Completion Requirements
In our standard course-based format, your weekly schedule, program tuition, and program length are predetermined. Stay on track with fixed deadlines and costs.
- 50 quarter credits
- Core courses (30 qtr. cr.)
- Capstone courses (5 qtr. cr.)
- Specialization courses (15 qtr. cr.)
View the COMPLETE CURRICULUM PLAN.
Transfer of Credit:
Students may be eligible to transfer up to 25 credits. For this specialization, students can transfer up to nine elective credits from any previous graduate-level work in the management or business discipline. Call an Enrollment Specialist to review your transfer credits and complete a free transfer of credit evaluation.
Time to completion will vary by student, depending on individual progress and credits transferred, if applicable. For a personalized estimate of the number of your transfer credits that Walden would accept, call an Enrollment Specialist at 844-768-0325.
Streamlined Admissions Process
Earning your MBA degree online is a bold step forward on your professional path. Walden makes it easier with our streamlined admissions process that includes:
No application fee
Easy credit transfer
No essay
Admission Requirements
Program Admission Considerations: A bachelor's degree or higher.
General Admission Requirements: Completed online application and transcripts. Please note that the materials you are required to submit may vary depending on the academic program to which you apply. More information for international applicants.
Curriculum Component | Requirements | Cost | Amount |
---|---|---|---|
Tuition | 50 total quarter credit hours | $610 per quarter hour | $30,500 |
Program Fee | Per quarter | $175 | $875 |
$31,375** | |||
BELIEVE & ACHIEVE SCHOLARSHIP YOUR TUITION | -$6,100 $25,275* |
*Represents the course-based learning format, Standard Track, minimum time to completion, and Believe & Achieve Scholarship. Your actual total program time and costs may vary. Believe & Achieve Scholarship savings based on current tuition. See Scholarship Details for more information.
**Tuition reflects the minimum time to completion. Time to completion varies by student, depending on individual progress and credits transferred, if applicable. Tuition and time to complete may be reduced if transfer credits are accepted, or if you receive grants, scholarships or other tuition reductions. Walden may accept up to 25 transfer credits. For a personalized estimate of the number of your transfer credits that Walden would accept, call an Enrollment Specialist at 844-940-8909.
Tuition and fees are subject to change. Books and materials are not included and may cost between $1,000 to $1,200.
FAQ About Walden’s Online MBA Program
Walden University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (www.hlcommission.org), an institutional accreditation agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Accreditation is a mark of quality. Walden has been accredited by The Higher Learning Commission (HLC) since 1990.
Being accredited by the HLC validates that our institution lives its mission, operates with integrity, offers programs that focus on student learning, hires faculty that are academically qualified, and provides the resources and support necessary for our students to succeed.
Walden’s MBA program is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP). ACBSP accreditation indicates a standard of excellence with an accreditation process based on the Baldrige Education Criteria for Performance Excellence. In 2019, Walden’s College of Management and Human Potential and School of Management received the first-ever ACBSP Accreditation Plus Award, which recognizes high standards in business education.
No, Walden University provides an online learning platform for working professionals. Since 1970, Walden has dedicated its resources to improving and innovating the online learning experience for professionals who want to pursue their education without disrupting their careers. The university provides comprehensive student services, including 24/7 tech support, as well as multiple pathways to degree completion.
Walden does not require college-level testing. Our admissions requirements are based on an applicant’s professional and academic experience.
Depending on your study habits and writing experience, you should plan to spend 15 to 20 hours a week on a 5-credit course. You should also factor in daily time in the online classroom to participate in discussions and prepare and upload assignments.