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    Master of Business Administration (Online MBA)

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    Chicago, USMBAOnline2 years
    $35,994.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    77%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    42
    Credits
    $80.00
    App fee

    Master of Business Administration (Online MBA) at University of Illinois Chicago is a 42-credit, 2-year, online MBA program based in Chicago, US. Tuition is $35,994.

    About the program

    42-credit AACSB-accredited program offering five concentrations: Business Analytics, Finance, Human Resource Management, Management, and Marketing. Designed for working professionals with flexible scheduling, interactive modules, and 24/7 access to content.

    Focus: coursework
    US News Part-time MBA #63
    Part-time option

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    Deadlines

    Summer 2026
    May 1, 2026
    Fall A 2026
    Aug 1, 2026

    Standardized tests

    GRE
    optional
    Min Tests such as the GMAT, GRE, or EA are not required
    GMAT
    optional
    Min GMAT/GRE: Test scores are optional, but they may increase your chances of admission; Tests such as the GMAT, GRE, or EA are not required
    TOEFL
    required
    Min TOEFL iBT (exams taken on or after January 21, 2026): 4.5 total (Reading 4, Listening 4, Speaking 4.5, Writing 4.5); TOEFL iBT (exams taken prior to January 21, 2026): 80 total (Reading 19, Listening 17, Speaking 20, Writing 21)
    IELTS
    required
    Min 6.5 (subscores of 6 for all four areas)

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT (US)

    $101,000.00
    Avg starting salary

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    Prerequisites

    Specific coursework this program expects you to have completed: calculus, linear algebra, programming, statistics, and subject-specific prerequisites where applicable.

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Master of Business Administration (Online MBA) at University of Illinois Chicago cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Master of Business Administration (Online MBA) at University of Illinois Chicago is $35,994 across 42 required credits.
    Is Master of Business Administration (Online MBA) at University of Illinois Chicago online or in-person?
    Master of Business Administration (Online MBA) at University of Illinois Chicago is offered online, so students can complete coursework remotely.
    How long does Master of Business Administration (Online MBA) at University of Illinois Chicago take to complete?
    Master of Business Administration (Online MBA) at University of Illinois Chicago is structured around 2 years and 42 credits.
    What GPA is required for Master of Business Administration (Online MBA) at University of Illinois Chicago?
    Per the program's published guidance: 3.00/4.00 or better (or equivalent)
    How competitive is Master of Business Administration (Online MBA) at University of Illinois Chicago?
    Master of Business Administration (Online MBA) at University of Illinois Chicago reports an acceptance rate of approximately 77%.