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Frequently Asked Questions about the Online MBA

How do I apply and what are the general admission criteria?

Admission to the MBA program is based upon the completion of the general admission requirements of the Graduate School. For MBA program admission a score on the Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT) and record of one’s undergraduate academic performance are required. Students for whom English is not their native language must also achieve a TOEFL score of at least 550. International applicants that score below minimum acceptable levels on the verbal portion of entrance examinations may be admitted under the condition that they pass an English proficiency exam or complete UT Arlington’s Graduate English Skills Program prior to beginning graduate course work. Applicants are encouraged to submit with their application a resume that highlights professional and personal accomplishments, linguistic abilities, computer expertise and leadership experience. Applicants with two to five years of experience are preferred. A standardized test score (GMAT) will not be used as the sole criterion for denying an applicant’s admission to the MBA program.

see Admission Requirements

see Application Deadline and Procedure

How much will it cost to take a course?

The amount of tuition and fees charged by each UT System campus differs and is based on residency status. As a result, the cost of taking a course in the MBAO program will vary depending on which campus hosts that course. Since the MBAO is a collaborative program, students will take courses from each of the eight participating campuses to complete the degree. Students are billed by each host campus.

For detailed campus-specific tuition and fee amounts, please link to each participating campus.

Links to campus tuition and fee information can be found on the Cost and Financial information page.

What are the technological requirements for participating?

In addition to a confident level of computer literacy, certain technical requirements must be met to enable a successful experience. Technical requirements include but are not limited to a Pentium II processor or the equivalent; a 28.8K or faster modem (56K is recommended); 32 MB system RAM; 200 MB free hard disk space memory or sufficient storage; Internet access with Netscape 3.04 or better or MS Explorer 4.0 or better and CD-ROM capabilities. The individual professors will determine software applications and texts.

What type of student tends to do well in the distance education environment?

Certain people are better suited to distance learning than others. The statements below tend to describe the profile for those who are likely to succeed within this environment:

  • meets the necessary technical requirements and is comfortable with the equipment
  • has the time and resources to dedicate to graduate-level course work
  • is comfortable with the written word and use of e-mail as a communication form
  • is self-disciplined, self-guided and committed to earning the degree
  • has the ability to prioritize responsibilities and work independently
  • will ask for assistance when needed to build academic and social support systems
  • has much to benefit from this delivery method vs. residence programs (Examples: busy lifestyle, geographic isolation from campus, parenting requirements or restrictions, physical disability, corporate support to learn at work)

Will my employer accept the MBA Online as a "real" degree?

Yes, they'll probably be impressed with your diligence in fitting your education around your demanding lifestyle by using distance education. Upon successful completion of the program, you will be awarded the Online Master of Business Administration degree by The University of Texas at Arlington. The quality of the MBA Online program is administered by an Academic Affairs Committee made up of two MBA faculty and/or administrators from each of the participating campuses. The UTA College of Business Administration is accredited by AACSB International - The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business. All of the participating universities are accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.

What resources and activities will faculty use in the program to provide students with experiences that are comparable to residency programs?

Class sizes will be limited and courses are designed to enhance interaction between faculty and students. Chat rooms, threaded discussions and email will be used to facilitate discussions. Team projects will be used to help students share their business experiences with each other as part of the learning process.

Where can I get research materials, books and other tools for this degree?

The TeleCampus Digital Library provides students with access to all of the digital library resources for each university. It includes an extensive listing of reference resources, databases, and news sources. Distance education students can purchase required books from several sources listed within the UT TeleCampus Student Services area. A Campus Enterprise Agreement has been established giving U.T. System students, faculty, and staff access to Microsoft's popular computer software, including operating systems, desktop productivity tools, and infrastructure server and messaging products. With this contract, every U.T. System student, faculty member, and staff employee will have access to the latest versions of this important suite of software, for use both on the campuses and in their homes.

What courses are offered?

Click here for course descriptions and semester schedules.

How many semester credit hours are required to complete the degree plan?

While the program is 48 hours, students may earn waivers of core courses and reduce the program to as few as 36 semester hours. Courses can be waived based on recent academic coursework and satisfactory grades. Students must take at least two courses from UT Arlington. All courses taken from other participating universities in the MBA Online program are transferred to students' home campuses to fulfill degree requirements. Based on course load, students may complete the program in as little as two years or as many as six.

Will I have to visit any of the participating campuses?

The MBA Online program will be offered predominantly using the Internet, but may include supplemental materials such as video/audio tapes and CD-ROM. Students will not be required to attend the campuses at any time.

How will I have access to the courses in which I am enrolled?

MBA Online students can access their courses in Blackboard through Course Login. To login, students must use their UTTC usernames and passwords. For more instructions on logins, visit the Course Access page.

How can I find more information about the participating U.T. System institutions?

Contact the advisors listed in the Participating Universities page or send email to UT TeleCampus, 1-888-TEXAS-16.