Tuition
The tuition for the class of 2026 (beginning August 2024) is $94,000.
Tuition covers:
Payments are made in five equal installments due at the beginning of each semester. A $2,500 non-refundable deposit is required upon acceptance to the program and is applied toward the first-semester tuition payment.
Return on Education
* based on a 3 year average
** based on the most recent Financial Times survey ranking.
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Calculate Your Potential ROI
Did you know that students receive an average salary increase of 28% by graduation?
Every student’s MBA outcomes are different, but we created an ROI calculator based on factors like current salary and financing to give you an idea of what financial benefits you might expect from our MBA.
How Students Fund Their Executive MBA:
Fully funded by employer
Partially funded by employer
Self-funded
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Your Guide to Financing an MBA
Financing an MBA may be more approachable than you think. Download our free guide to learn about options you may have for financing your MBA. The guide covers potential funding sources as well as other elements that can affect your return on investment. It will provide you with the tools you need to evaluate your own situation and calculate your personal return on investment.
Scholarships
Admissions Scholarships
Admissions scholarships are available to newly admitted Executive MBA students who have not started the program. Scholarship applications must be submitted before the scholarship deadline. Scholarship funding is limited and scholarships are awarded on a first-come, first-serve basis.
Note:
- All scholarship awards consider both merit and need.
- Students can only receive one admissions scholarship.
- Scholarship decisions may factor in elements of your application, including: interviews, essays, work experience, GPA, and GMAT/GRE scores.
- Many scholarships are disbursed over several semesters; Students on academic probation will no longer be eligible for scholarships.
- University of Utah employees utilizing the reduced tuition benefit are ineligible for admissions scholarships.
$0 – $7,500
Description:
This scholarship is for MBA candidates who have demonstrated exceptional leadership in the public sector or within non-profit organizations and have positively impacted their community.
How to Apply:
To apply for this scholarship, please write a 300-500 word essay using the prompt below. The essay should address the prompt and highlight attributes that you feel set you apart from other candidates. Scholarship applications should be submitted through this form.
Essay prompt:
Please outline your involvement and contributions in the public sector, non-profit organizations, or in the community. Please summarize all acts of services or community you have been engaged in recently.
Strong essays will address how these experiences:
- Impacted or promoted a cause
- Benefitted the cause or community
- Shaped your world view
- Lend a diverse perspective to classroom discussions
$0 – $6,000
Description:
This scholarship acknowledges an applicant’s academic, personal, and professional accomplishments.
How to Apply:
To apply for this scholarship, please write a 300-500 word essay using the prompt below. The essay should address the prompt and highlight attributes that you feel set you apart from other candidates. Scholarship applications should be submitted through this form.
Essay prompt:
Describe the qualifications and attributes that will set you apart in the MBA program; specifically identify any unique academic or professional accomplishments.
$0 – $7,500
Description:
This scholarship is for Executive MBA applicants who live and travel from outside the state of Utah for class. It is designed to help support travel costs and to increase the geographical diversity of the Executive MBA cohort.
How to Apply:
Contact the EMBA office at EMBA@Utah.edu to see if you qualify. Please indicate your interest in the Out-of-State-Admit Scholarship.
Additional Scholarships
The following scholarship opportunities are not offered directly by our program, but they may be an excellent option to fund your education.
Third-party scholarships may also be available. Be cautious when using third-party searches and always check each provider’s reputation by contacting the Better Business Bureau or the Office of the State Attorney General. Here are some other resources to consider:
Financial Aid
Student Loans
There are many student loan programs available to help finance graduate education, including:
Each loan has different specifications. To determine your eligibility and find the loan that best suits your needs, contact the University of Utah Financial Aid department at 801-581-6211 or via email at FinancialAid@SA.Utah.edu. It is very important to specify that you are interested in financing an Executive MBA and let them know about any outside sources paying for your tuition (ex. your employer). A financial aid counselor can discuss all of your options and answer any questions you may have.
To begin applying for federal assistance complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
Military Funding
The MBA Online program fully supports its veterans and active military students. We are determined to ensure the success of student veterans and offer many resources to determine what funding is available for your service.
The University of Utah’s Veteran Support Center specializes in veteran affairs and acts as a resource for helping you understand and enroll in your qualified tuition benefits. For additional information, contact the center at 801-587-7722 or VetCenter@SA.Utah.edu.
Employer Support
An Executive MBA from the University of Utah is an investment with tangible returns for both the student earning the degree and the employer supporting them. Individuals gain the skills they need to lead and their supporting organizations see the immediate impact of research-backed strategies from world-class business faculty. Employer support is critical to students’ success — it is required to participate in the Executive MBA program.
Whether you are a prospective Executive MBA student, or an employer seeking professional development for your team, the guides below will walk you through the commitments and resulting benefits of the program.
If you are a University of Utah employee, please contact our office to discuss tuition at EMBA@Utah.edu or (801) 581-5577.
Application Fee Waiver
We understand that the application fee can be a barrier to entry for some students so we are offering an application fee waiver for a limited time.
