Business Administration

American National University offers a Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree program for students interested in continuing their postgraduate education in the field of business. The program allows business professionals to increase their breadth of knowledge and ability to analyze business alternatives and to put learning into practice through projects with companies and other local organizations.

The MBA helps students become familiar with the complexities of the modern workplace, while preparing them for the challenges of upper-level leadership positions. The program curriculum prepares students to apply a theoretical understanding of business principles to real-world scenarios, which helps sharpen the analytical skills they will need on the job. Students may select a general MBA encompassing a broad program of all the required areas of management in today's workplace or focus their efforts on a specialized MBA degree.

General Specialization. The General MBA is designed to provide students with in-depth study, offering a solid foundation in accounting, management, and leadership that can be tailored to their special interests.

Specialization in Healthcare Management. The Healthcare Management Specialization is designed for students and current professionals seeking leadership and management positions within the ever-changing healthcare industry.

Specialization in Information Technology. The Information Technology Specialization is designed for students and professionals who are interested in the field of business with special emphasis on leadership and management of technology businesses or technology operations within an organization.

Specialization in International Business. The International Business Management Specialization is designed so students will receive in-depth study providing for a solid foundation in global diversity, international finance, International Human Resources, and accounting for multinational organizations.

Specialization in Organizational Management. The Organizational Management Specialization is designed to prepare students for leadership in a broad range of industries and organizations.

Program outcomes. Upon successful completion of this program, students will be able to:

• Analyze business challenges and opportunities within a global environment to support organizational performance.
• Apply functional business knowledge to develop strategic business solutions.
• Develop data-informed solutions to address organizational challenges.
• Demonstrate leadership, collaboration, and professional communication skills.
• Evaluate ethical, legal, or regulatory considerations in business decisions.
• Formulate strategic recommendations to improve long-term competitive advantage.

Your learning experience.

• Analyze business challenges and opportunities within a global environment to support organizational performance.
• Apply functional business knowledge to develop strategic business solutions.
• Develop data-informed solutions to address organizational challenges.
• Demonstrate leadership, collaboration, and professional communication skills.

All-inclusive tuition. ANU tuition includes all fees (application, course, technology, graduation, etc.), textbooks, and lab equipment (where applicable).

Refresher privilege. As part of our commitment to keeping graduates' skills and training up to date, the University allows its graduates to return at any time to retake courses in their respective fields, subject to availability. No tuition fees will be charged for this benefit; graduates will be responsible for any additional costs associated with books, equipment, or third-party testing fees.

Practicum requirement. This program requires students to maintain professional experience directly related to their fields of study for a minimum of five (5) hours per week throughout the student's full-time term enrollment. Each position of employment or other professional activity requires academic leadership's acceptance of an attestation form, signed by the student and the student's employer or professional activity supervisor, verifying that the practicum is aligned with the program learning outcomes.

To be admitted to a master's degree program at the University, applicants must have completed a baccalaureate degree (or another graduate-level degree) from a regionally or nationally accredited institution based in the United States or an appropriately recognized foreign institution. The applicant's academic performance must meet one of the following minimum standards: a 2.5 GPA or higher on a 4.0 scale at the bachelor's level, a 3.0 GPA or higher for the most recent 12 quarter credit hours of graduate coursework, or at least three years of relevant professional experience.

For the convenience of its students, the University operates on a quarter-based schedule with year-round classes. Students may begin their programs at any of the starting dates during the year.

Full-time graduate students enroll in at least 8 credit hours per 10-week term, which typically means two 4-credit courses offered across 5-week or 10-week sessions.

The University courses use both synchronous (live) and asynchronous (on-demand) interactions. Courses are delivered online (delivered through Canvas with scheduled Global Learn™ sessions) and through hybrid instruction (combining online coursework with required in-person residencies).

Not every course requires a residency; however, when a student is scheduled in a class that includes residency, the student is required to attend all residency sessions on campus. For example, if a student is scheduled for a weekend residency session, the student must attend all three (3) days of the session.

International Students (SEVP Participants) on F-1 visas must maintain compliance with SEVP requirements: only one fully online (4-credit) course per term is permitted, and additional courses must be taken in a residential format.

All graduate F-1 students will be required to attend ONE 3-day residency weekend in-person at the campus site every term; all undergraduate F-1 students will be required to attend TWO 3-day residency weekends in-person at the campus site every term (International Students page).

Upcoming start dates: January 3, 2027; March 21, 2027; June 6, 2027; August 22, 2027; November 7, 2027.

Tuition. Tuition is $430 per quarter credit hour; for the 56 credit hours this program requires, total program tuition is $24,080. Tuition is charged on a per-credit-hour basis and billed each academic term. All textbooks are included in the student's tuition.

All-inclusive pricing. ANU tuition includes all fees (application, course, technology, graduation, etc.), textbooks, and lab equipment (where applicable). The University's all-inclusive pricing provides the equipment needed to complete all coursework; some items are loaned and must be returned within 15 days after graduation or withdrawal.

Fees applicable to all students. Transcript fee $10 (first copy free); returned check/declined credit card fee $25; transaction chargeback 10% + $15; diploma reprint $50; duplicate ID $10; experiential learning evaluation $50 per course; challenge exams $50 per exam. Fees are non-refundable after 5 calendar days from enrollment.

Estimated annual cost of attendance (three terms). Tuition: review program cost. Food and Housing $9,344 (living with parent/guardian) or $9,312 (not living with parent/guardian); Transportation $2,864; Books, Course Materials, Supplies, and Equipment $936; Personal Expenses $2,752 or $4,816.

Payment. All students must pay tuition in full before the term begins, unless they are enrolled in a program with limited seats. Students using federal aid or loans must have all forms completed and payment schedules finalized before the term starts; students using employer, Veterans Education Benefits, or other third-party tuition assistance must have an approved contract on file for delayed payment.

Federal aid. Students seeking to participate in federal and/or most state financial aid programs must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA); ANU's school code is 003726. Federally funded aid available to eligible students includes the Federal Pell Grant, the Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (FSEOG), William D. Ford Federal Direct Subsidized and Unsubsidized Loans, and Federal Work-Study.

Military and veterans. American National University is approved by the State Approving Agency for the education and training of eligible veterans and their dependents. Military education benefits include the Montgomery GI Bill®, the Post-9/11 GI Bill®, the Yellow Ribbon Program and Military Tuition Assistance; ANU's Blue Ribbon Grant provides up to 35% of the total amount paid toward direct educational costs (up to $18,000) after military education benefits are exhausted.

Institutional grants. ANU institutional aid includes the Business Partnership Grant, President's Grant, Private Loan Supplemental Grant, Refer a Friend Grant ($750), Workforce Development Grant, University Transfer Grant and ANU Legacy Merit Scholarship, each subject to its eligibility terms and available funding.

Net price calculator. Estimate your yearly cost with ANU's net price calculator: https://an.edu/admissions/financial-assistance/net-price-va/

Where could your degree take you?

• Business operations manager
• Human resources manager
• Financial analyst
• IT manager
• Chief executive officer
• Chief financial officer

Student outcomes.

• DEAC Student Achievement Disclosure (published 6/16/2026), 2025 graduation rates: Master of Business Administration: 74% graduation rate for the 3/1/22-2/28/2023 start cohort (49 graduates; median 1.9 years to complete).

For international students, we offer Intensive Alternate Programs (hybrid programs) that meet all SEVP requirements for students on F-1 visa, with on-campus residencies and the remainder of the program online. Students may attend their residency at ANU campuses in Salem, Virginia; Louisville, Kentucky; or Nashville, Tennessee.

• Acceptance of transfer credits (up to 50% for Graduate level students)
• 10 Week Terms
• Curriculum Practical Training starts day 1 plus students can work up to 40 hours a week for 1 year without affecting OPT (Optional Practical Training).
• Part-time CPT is also an option for entire academic program.
• On-campus classes 9AM - 5PM EST
• Assistance with affordable/temporary housing
• No health insurance required
• Books included in tuition.