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Affordable Online MBA Tuition, Cost & Ways to Save

Nikki Bennett, who earned her online MBA from SNHU in 2022, standing in her front yard holding her framed diploma.

Cost per credit $659

Total courses 10

Term length 10 weeks

SNHU's online MBA could cost less than you think

We know college can be expensive. But here’s the good news: At SNHU, your MBA tuition costs could be much lower than you think. As an accredited, nonprofit institution driven by student success, we’re committed to making your next investment a smart one. 

Total tuition just under $20k

Apply for free with no GMAT required

Transfer up to 6 credits to save more

Military discounts for eligible students

How Online MBA Degrees Transform Lives

Built to be faster and more affordable

Our online MBA programs were specifically designed to save you time and money. Here's how:

  • 10 courses that can be completed in just over 12 months
  • 5 term starts per year so you can finish faster
  • Some of the lowest online tuition rates in the nation

Online MBA tuition

Student
Cost per credit
Cost per course
Cost per 30-credit MBA program
Online MBA
$659
$1,977
$19,770
Online MBA Active Duty Military
$470
$1,410
$14,100

At $659 per credit and three credits per course, SNHU's 10-course MBA programs cost a total of $19,770 (before any additional savings). That's less than a third of the cited average cost of an MBA program ($60,410), according to the Education Data Initiative.1

Note: If your bachelor's degree isn't in business or a related field, you may have to complete 1 or 2 foundation courses, which you can use as electives in the general track. If foundations are required and you choose a concentration, you'll take 11 or 12 courses instead of 10.

Source:1 Education Data Initiative, Average Cost of a Master's Degree: 2026 Analysis, on the internet at https://educationdata.org/average-cost-of-a-masters-degree (viewed Aug. 10, 2026)

Transfer credits and lower your cost by:

$1,318 $2,636 $3,954
Transfer credits and lower your cost by:

If 2 of your prior learning credits ($659/credit) are accepted toward your master’s degree.

Your remaining tuition cost: $18,452

If 4 of your prior learning credits ($659/credit) are accepted toward your master’s degree.

Your remaining tuition cost: $17,134

If 6 of your prior learning credits ($659/credit) are accepted toward your master’s degree.

Your remaining tuition cost: $15,816

How we estimate your tuition cost:

We look at the cost per credit multiplied by the number of credits you need to earn for an MBA degree. For this degree, SNHU allows you to transfer in up to 6 credits, requiring a minimum of 24 credits to be taken at SNHU. This is only a tuition estimator and doesn't account for other fees that may be associated with your program of choice.

Personalize your financial plan

Everyone's financial picture is a little different. That's why our team is here to help customize a plan based on your unique financial needs. Together, we'll explore:

  • Grants and scholarships. Private grants and scholarships, some of which are specific to business students, can be an excellent way to drive down MBA costs.
  • Employer benefits. Did you know your employer may pay for some (or all) of your degree? We'll work with you to learn more about your options.
  • Free Application for Student Aid (FAFSA). The FAFSA is a free and easy way to help reduce current expenses and determine your eligibility for grants and repayable loans.
  • Military tuition discounts. If you’re an active duty service member — or the spouse of active military — you may qualify for tuition discounts, too.

Low tuition. High value.

Let's be honest: A low cost MBA means nothing without the quality to back it up. Fortunately, SNHU is committed to both.