Regional Board - North Central Association of Colleges & Schools
School Characteristics:
For-Profit, Private
Credits:
39 minimum (Semester Credits)
Tuition:
State Residents: $ 325.00 per
semester credit
Out of State: $ 325.00 per
semester credit
Additional Tuition Information:
This degree is also available through APU’s sister institution, American Military University (AMU), with the same tuition, fees and admission requirements.
Total Cost of Degree:
$12,675.00
Is this an Accelerated Degree:
No
Prerequisites:
Bachelors Degree Required: Yes
Accepts Non-Regionally Accredited Bachelors for Admission: Yes
Minimum Bachelors GPA (4.0 Scale): No Set Requirement
I would be weary about American Public University, because it is a for-profit institution, which puts it on the same level as schools like the University of Phoenix and Devry University. I'm happy to see an affordable tuition, but when it comes to a graduate business educaiton, I think that you get what you pay for.
After taking several classes with this school the professors are knowledgeable and the school is the most affordable online school. Nothing but good experiences; I graduated with my Bachelors in Marketing in Feb. 2011 from American Military University which is their sister school. This school is also great for individuals that have taken classes at a nationally accredited university and want to transfer to a school that has regional accreditation because they have both. This happened to me during my undergraduate studies. They are only missing AACSB-Accreditation but not many online schools have this and once they do you can take way affordability.
The APU MBA program, promotes initiative and self-directed learning. While there is guidance offered by the highly qualified faculty, the student's benefit will be directly proportional to the amount of effort put in.
The condensed time format is challenging but manageable, and allows a student to take one course at a time and still complete the degree within the 7 year limit.
This program is ACBSP accredited in addition to the regional accreditation of the school.
The downside, which is not unique to this school, is because of the cohort nature of the courses, being able to respond to discussion posts is dependent upon timely submission of posts from classmates - this is not always a given. Further, due to the open enrollment nature of the university (which I generally regard as a positive), there can be a vast gulf between the knowledge and experience of cohort members. This can stymie advancement of discussion.
All in all, a very good MBA program, courses taught are consistent with MBA programs at other accredited institutions.
Excellent interface. Good professor interaction. Challenging but manageable with a full-time job. Everyone is friendly and financial aid is a breeze if you follow instructions. This is an excellent value for the money. Highly recommended!
Name: Simmons
Post On: February 28, 2010
Grade: A
This is one of the schools I am seriously considering for my MBA. I am about to receive my bachelors from them and their program is extremely affordable and adult friendly.
