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    University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

    Master of Business Administration (MBA)

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    Chapel Hill, USMBAIn-person21 months
    STEM-OPT
    $148,276.00
    Tuition
    over 21mo
    37.6%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    249
    Cohort
    students
    $150.00
    App fee

    Master of Business Administration (MBA) at University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is a 21-month, in-person MBA program based in Chapel Hill, US. Tuition is $148,276 and the program is STEM-OPT eligible for international students.

    About the program

    The Full-Time MBA program provides practical business skills through customizable coursework, leadership development, and career services. It focuses on transforming students into strategic, data-driven leaders.

    Focus: coursework
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    Deadlines

    Round 4 Priority 2026
    May 15, 2026
    Round 4 (Priority)
    May 15, 2026

    Standardized tests

    GRE
    optional
    GMAT
    optional
    TOEFL
    required
    Min TOEFL Total Score 100, Preferred Speaking Score 24; IELTS 7.0; PTE 68; Duolingo 120
    IELTS
    required
    Min IELTS 7.0

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT (up to 36 months with STEM concentration)

    $139,637.00
    Avg starting salary
    $21,000.00
    Annual living cost

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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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    Essays

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Master of Business Administration (MBA) at University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Master of Business Administration (MBA) at University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is $148,276.
    Is Master of Business Administration (MBA) at University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill online or in-person?
    Master of Business Administration (MBA) at University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is offered in-person.
    How long does Master of Business Administration (MBA) at University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill take to complete?
    Master of Business Administration (MBA) at University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is structured around 21 months.
    Is Master of Business Administration (MBA) at University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill STEM-OPT eligible?
    Yes - Master of Business Administration (MBA) at University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is STEM-OPT designated, allowing international graduates to extend their post-completion OPT for up to 36 months total.
    How competitive is Master of Business Administration (MBA) at University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill?
    Master of Business Administration (MBA) at University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill reports an acceptance rate of approximately 37.6%.