University of Colorado at Colorado Springs

The University of Colorado at Colorado Springs (UCCS) offers a range of business programs through its College of Business and Administration.

• The school of business is known as the College of Business and Administration.
• UCCS offers several MBA programs: A full-time MBA program, a professional MBA program, and an Executive MBA program. The full-time MBA program takes 11-24 months to complete, while the professional MBA program takes 2-4 years. The Executive MBA program is a 22-month program that meets one weekend per month. The cost of the MBA programs varies based on the program and residency status. The full-time MBA program costs $33,000 for in-state residents and $57,000 for out-of-state residents. The professional MBA program costs $35,000 for in-state residents and $58,000 for out-of-state residents. The Executive MBA program costs $60,000, including all expenses. GMAT or GRE scores are required for admission, but the school also offers a waiver for applicants with extensive work experience or other qualifying credentials. The average GMAT score for admitted students is around 550. Deadlines for application vary by program, but most fall between January and August.
• The student body at UCCS College of Business and Administration is diverse, with around 26% of students identifying as a minority. The average work experience of students in the full-time MBA program is around 4-5 years, while the professional and executive programs expect applicants to have at least 3-5 years of work experience.
• According to the 2022 U.S. News & World Report ranking, UCCS College of Business and Administration is ranked 205th in Best Business Schools, and the full-time MBA program is ranked 157th in Best Full-time MBA.
• Admission to the MBA programs at UCCS is competitive, with a selective admissions process that considers factors such as academic background, work experience, GMAT or GRE scores, and recommendations.
• UCCS College of Business and Administration is accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB International).
• The language of instruction at UCCS College of Business and Administration is English.
• The faculty at UCCS College of Business and Administration are accomplished scholars with extensive experience in the business world.
• Tuition for the full-time MBA program is $33,000 for in-state residents and $57,000 for out-of-state residents. Tuition for the professional MBA program is $35,000 for in-state residents and $58,000 for out-of-state residents. The Executive MBA program costs $60,000, including all expenses.
• The MBA curriculum at UCCS College of Business and Administration is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of business concepts and practices. Students take courses in core business areas such as finance, marketing, operations, and strategy, as well as elective courses in areas such as entrepreneurship and sustainability.
• The alumni network at UCCS College of Business and Administration is strong, with graduates working in a variety of industries and roles. According to the school, 95% of MBA graduates are employed within six months of graduation, with an average starting salary of $76,000.