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MBA Programs in Education
Tuition, ROI, Graduate Salary, GMAT Requirements

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$65,131

Average Tuition – Education MBA Programs

$105,107

Average Starting Salary – Education MBA Programs

598

Average GMAT Scores – Education MBA Programs

112%

Average ROI – Finance MBA Programs

Executive Summary for MBA Programs in Education MBA Programs

The ranking team at MBAGuide.org, evaluated 21 Education MBA programs. Here is a summary of our comprehensive findings. Explore the details about the Education MBA, compare schools, find states and cities where the degree is offered.

  • Starting salary for new MBA graduates in Education is between $47,700 and $182,272 with an average of $105,107.
  • Campus tuition in for Education MBAs ranges between $19,000 to $167,393, with an average total tuition cost of $65,131
  • ROI for campus MBA programs in Education ranges between -7% to 332%, with an average ROI return of 112%
  • A GMAT score between 450 and 737 with an average of 598 is needed for acceptance into an MBA program in Education.
  • There are 21 campus and 9 online MBA Education Programs.
  • Average student enrollment varies between 21 and 1,507 with an overall average of 435.
  • Student / Faculty Ratio for MBA programs offering a Education concentration varies between 5:1 and 24:1 with an average of 14:1 students.
  • 21 MBA programs in Education are ranked by the following institutions MBAGuide: 19, US News: 8, Forbes: 7, BW: 7, FT: 6 and Economist: 7.
  1. Comprehensive comparisons, data and analysis – MBAGuide conducted an in-depth analysis of 21 AACSB-accredited campus MBA programs in Education to find the top programs in the country.
  2. Ranking metrics you care about – such as average starting salaries, tuition fees, return on investment (ROI), GMAT scores, alumni networks, student-to-faculty ratios, and more with no paywall.
  3. Detailed school profiles of Education MBA programs their strengths, faculty expertise, alumni networks to help align your program choice

Best 10 MBA Programs in Education

University of Washington

Michael G. Foster School of Business

Location:

  • Seattle

,

  • WA

Control: Public

Academic Year: Quarter

Accredited: AACSB

Accreditation: Business and Accounting

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  • Tuition: $76,890
  • Graduate Salary: $151,322
  • Graduate ROI: 97%
  • GMAT Required: Optional
  • Avg. GMAT: 703
  • Student / Faculty Ratio: 14:1
  • Enrollment: 3211

Degree Level(s):

  • Doctoral
  • ·
  • E-MBA
  • ·
  • Master
  • ·
  • MBA
  • ·
  • Undergraduate

Offered As:

  • 1-Year
  • ·
  • Campus
  • ·
  • Evenings
  • ·
  • Full-Time
  • ·
  • Weekends
  • Concentrations: 15
  • Corporate Finance
  • Data Analytics
  • Education
  • Entrepreneurship
  • Finance
  • General Business
  • Human Resources
  • Information Systems
  • Management
  • Manufacturing
  • Marketing
  • Other
  • Supply Chain
  • Taxation
  • Best in:
  • Rankings
  • City Rank: 1
  • State Rank: 1
  • National Rank: 4
  • Online Rank: Not Ranked
  • Top 10% in State: ROI, Tuition
  • Better than State Average: GMAT
  • Better than National Average: Student / Faculty Ratio

The University of Texas at Austin

Red McCombs School of Business

Location:

  • Austin

,

  • TX

Control: Public

Academic Year: Semester

Accredited: AACSB

Accreditation: Business and Accounting

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  • Tuition: $120,432
  • Graduate Salary: $144,564
  • Graduate ROI: 20%
  • GMAT Required: Yes
  • Avg. GMAT: 706
  • Student / Faculty Ratio: 16:1
  • Enrollment: 6456

Degree Level(s):

  • Doctoral
  • ·
  • E-MBA
  • ·
  • Master
  • ·
  • MBA
  • ·
  • Undergraduate

Offered As:

  • 1-Year
  • ·
  • Campus
  • ·
  • Evenings
  • ·
  • Full-Time
  • ·
  • Off Campus
  • ·
  • Partnership
  • ·
  • Weekends
  • Concentrations: 14
  • Accounting
  • Corporate Finance
  • Data Analytics
  • Education
  • Finance
  • General Business
  • Global Management
  • Healthcare Administration
  • Information Systems
  • International Business
  • Management
  • Manufacturing
  • Marketing
  • Supply Chain
  • Best in:
  • Rankings
  • City Rank: 1
  • State Rank: 2
  • National Rank: 16
  • Online Rank: Not Ranked
  • Top 10% in State: ROI, Tuition
  • Better than State Average: GMAT
  • Better than National Average: Student / Faculty Ratio

Stanford University

Graduate School of Business

Location:

  • Stanford

,

  • CA

Control: Private

Academic Year: Quarter

Accredited: AACSB

Accreditation: Business

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  • Tuition: $165,591
  • Graduate Salary: $182,272
  • Graduate ROI: 10%
  • GMAT Required: Yes
  • Avg. GMAT: 737
  • Student / Faculty Ratio: 4:1
  • Enrollment: 1090

Degree Level(s):

  • Doctoral
  • ·
  • Master
  • ·
  • MBA

Offered As:

  • Campus
  • ·
  • Full-Time
  • Concentrations: 11
  • Accounting
  • Corporate Finance
  • Economics
  • Education
  • Finance
  • General Business
  • Insurance
  • Management
  • Marketing
  • Organizational Behavior
  • Other
  • Best in:
  • Rankings
  • City Rank: 1
  • State Rank: 2
  • National Rank: 22
  • Online Rank: Not Ranked
  • Top 10% in State: ROI, Tuition
  • Better than State Average: GMAT
  • Better than National Average: Student / Faculty Ratio

The University of Chicago

Booth School of Business

Location:

  • Chicago

,

  • IL

Control: Private for-profit

Academic Year: Quarter

Accredited: AACSB

Accreditation: Business

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  • Tuition: $167,393
  • Graduate Salary: $165,887
  • Graduate ROI: -1%
  • GMAT Required: Yes
  • Avg. GMAT: 729
  • Student / Faculty Ratio: 5:1
  • Enrollment: 3062

Degree Level(s):

  • Doctoral
  • ·
  • E-MBA
  • ·
  • Master
  • ·
  • MBA

Offered As:

  • Campus
  • ·
  • Full-Time
  • Concentrations: 4
  • Corporate Finance
  • Education
  • Finance
  • Management
  • Best in:
  • Rankings
  • City Rank: 1
  • State Rank: 2
  • National Rank: 29
  • Online Rank: Not Ranked
  • Top 10% in State: ROI, Tuition
  • Better than State Average: GMAT
  • Better than National Average: Student / Faculty Ratio

The George Washington University

School of Business

Location:

  • Washington

,

  • DC

Control: Private

Academic Year: Semester

Accredited: AACSB

Accreditation: Business and Accounting

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  • Tuition: $113,090
  • Graduate Salary: $115,951
  • Graduate ROI: 3%
  • GMAT Required: No
  • Avg. GMAT: 669
  • Student / Faculty Ratio: 12:1
  • Enrollment: 2964

Degree Level(s):

  • Doctoral
  • ·
  • Master
  • ·
  • MBA
  • ·
  • Undergraduate

Offered As:

  • Campus
  • ·
  • Distance Education
  • ·
  • Evenings
  • ·
  • Full-Time
  • ·
  • Off Campus
  • ·
  • Part-Time
  • ·
  • Partnership
  • ·
  • Weekends
  • Concentrations: 21
  • Accounting
  • Communications
  • Corporate Finance
  • Data Analytics
  • Education
  • Entrepreneurship
  • Ethics
  • Finance
  • General Business
  • Global Management
  • Hospitality Management
  • Human Resources
  • Information Systems
  • Insurance
  • International Business
  • Leadership
  • Management
  • Manufacturing
  • Marketing
  • Other
  • Sports Management
  • Best in:
  • Rankings
  • City Rank: 3
  • State Rank: 3
  • National Rank: 38
  • Online Rank: 13
  • Top 10% in State: ROI, Tuition
  • Better than State Average: GMAT
  • Better than National Average: Student / Faculty Ratio

Texas A&M University

Mays Business School

Location:

  • College Station

,

  • TX

Control: Public

Academic Year: Semester

Accredited: AACSB

Accreditation: Business and Accounting

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  • Tuition: $62,000
  • Graduate Salary: $115,585
  • Graduate ROI: 86%
  • GMAT Required: Yes
  • Avg. GMAT: 652
  • Student / Faculty Ratio: 18:1
  • Enrollment: 6448

Degree Level(s):

  • Doctoral
  • ·
  • E-MBA
  • ·
  • Master
  • ·
  • MBA
  • ·
  • Undergraduate

Offered As:

  • Campus
  • ·
  • Evenings
  • ·
  • Full-Time
  • ·
  • Weekends
  • Concentrations: 14
  • Accounting
  • Corporate Finance
  • Data Analytics
  • Education
  • Entrepreneurship
  • Finance
  • General Business
  • Human Resources
  • Information Systems
  • Management
  • Marketing
  • Other
  • Real Estate
  • Supply Chain
  • Best in:
  • Rankings
  • City Rank: 1
  • State Rank: 4
  • National Rank: 43
  • Online Rank: 18
  • Top 10% in State: ROI, Tuition
  • Better than State Average: GMAT
  • Better than National Average: Student / Faculty Ratio

Temple University

The Fox School of Business

Location:

  • Philadelphia

,

  • PA

Control: Public

Academic Year: Semester

Accredited: AACSB

Accreditation: Business and Accounting

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  • Tuition: $60,000
  • Graduate Salary: $95,989
  • Graduate ROI: 60%
  • GMAT Required: Yes
  • Avg. GMAT: 624
  • Student / Faculty Ratio: 18:1
  • Enrollment: 5684

Degree Level(s):

  • Doctoral
  • ·
  • E-MBA
  • ·
  • Master
  • ·
  • MBA
  • ·
  • Undergraduate

Offered As:

  • Campus
  • ·
  • Evenings
  • ·
  • Full-Time
  • ·
  • Off Campus
  • ·
  • Online
  • ·
  • Part-Time
  • ·
  • Partnership
  • ·
  • Weekends
  • Concentrations: 23
  • Accounting
  • Actuarial Science
  • Consulting
  • Corporate Finance
  • Data Analytics
  • Economics
  • Education
  • Entrepreneurship
  • Finance
  • General Business
  • Global Management
  • Healthcare Administration
  • Human Resources
  • Information Systems
  • Insurance
  • International Business
  • Law
  • Management
  • Marketing
  • Organizational Behavior
  • Real Estate
  • Statistics
  • Supply Chain
  • Best in:
  • Rankings
  • City Rank: 2
  • State Rank: 4
  • National Rank: 63
  • Online Rank: 37
  • Top 10% in State: ROI, Tuition
  • Better than State Average: GMAT
  • Better than National Average: Student / Faculty Ratio

Lehigh University

College of Business and Economics

Location:

  • Bethlehem

,

  • PA

Control: Private

Academic Year: Semester

Accredited: AACSB

Accreditation: Business and Accounting

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  • Tuition: $68,900
  • Graduate Salary: $95,699
  • Graduate ROI: 39%
  • GMAT Required: Optional
  • Avg. GMAT: 636
  • Student / Faculty Ratio: 10:1
  • Enrollment: 2114

Degree Level(s):

  • Doctoral
  • ·
  • Master
  • ·
  • MBA
  • ·
  • Undergraduate

Offered As:

  • 1-Year
  • ·
  • Campus
  • ·
  • Distance Education
  • ·
  • Evenings
  • ·
  • Full-Time
  • ·
  • Part-Time
  • ·
  • Partnership
  • ·
  • Weekends
  • Concentrations: 10
  • Accounting
  • Corporate Finance
  • Data Analytics
  • Economics
  • Education
  • Finance
  • Management
  • Marketing
  • Other
  • Supply Chain
  • Best in:
  • Rankings
  • City Rank: 1
  • State Rank: 5
  • National Rank: 69
  • Online Rank: Not Ranked
  • Top 10% in State: ROI, Tuition
  • Better than State Average: GMAT
  • Better than National Average: Student / Faculty Ratio

Indiana State University

Scott College of Business

Location:

  • Terre Haute

,

  • IN

Control: Public

Academic Year: Semester

Accredited: AACSB

Accreditation: Business

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  • Tuition: $19,000
  • Graduate Salary: $82,000
  • Graduate ROI: 332%
  • GMAT Required: Yes
  • Avg. GMAT: 685
  • Student / Faculty Ratio: 18:1
  • Enrollment: 1093

Degree Level(s):

  • MBA
  • ·
  • Undergraduate

Offered As:

  • Campus
  • ·
  • Evenings
  • ·
  • Full-Time
  • ·
  • Online
  • ·
  • Part-Time
  • ·
  • Weekends
  • Concentrations: 10
  • Accounting
  • Corporate Finance
  • Education
  • Finance
  • General Business
  • Information Systems
  • Insurance
  • Management
  • Marketing
  • Operations Management
  • Best in:
  • Rankings
  • City Rank: 1
  • State Rank: 3
  • National Rank: 76
  • Online Rank: 46
  • Top 10% in State: ROI, Tuition
  • Better than State Average: GMAT
  • Better than National Average: Student / Faculty Ratio

Texas Christian University

Neeley School of Business

Location:

  • Fort Worth

,

  • TX

Control: Private

Academic Year: Semester

Accredited: AACSB

Accreditation: Business and Accounting

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  • Tuition: $115,380
  • Graduate Salary: $107,543
  • Graduate ROI: -7%
  • GMAT Required: Yes
  • Avg. GMAT: 617
  • Student / Faculty Ratio: 14:1
  • Enrollment: 3623

Degree Level(s):

  • E-MBA
  • ·
  • Master
  • ·
  • MBA
  • ·
  • Undergraduate

Offered As:

  • Campus
  • ·
  • Evenings
  • ·
  • Full-Time
  • ·
  • Online
  • ·
  • Part-Time
  • ·
  • Weekends
  • Concentrations: 16
  • Accounting
  • Corporate Finance
  • Data Analytics
  • Education
  • Energy
  • Entrepreneurship
  • Finance
  • General Business
  • Global Management
  • Information Systems
  • Insurance
  • International Business
  • Management
  • Marketing
  • Other
  • Supply Chain
  • Best in:
  • Rankings
  • City Rank: 1
  • State Rank: 6
  • National Rank: 82
  • Online Rank: 50
  • Top 10% in State: ROI, Tuition
  • Better than State Average: GMAT
  • Better than National Average: Student / Faculty Ratio

Interactive Table of the Best Ranked MBA Programs in Education

Easily sort the interactive table below to find the best Education MBA programs by RankSchool NameROITuitionAverage Starting Salary, and Campus or Online to find and to compare MBA programs in Education. Click on any school for a comprehensive school profile.

Rank University ROIIn State TuitionAvg. Starting SalaryStateOnline
1 University of Washington 97.00% $76,890 $151,322WANo
2 The University of Texas at Austin 20.00% $120,432 $144,564TXNo
3 Stanford University 10.00% $165,591 $182,272CANo
4 The University of Chicago -1.00% $167,393 $165,887ILNo
5 The George Washington University 3.00% $113,090 $115,951DCNo
6 Texas A&M University 86.00% $62,000 $115,585TXNo
7 Temple University 60.00% $60,000 $95,989PAYes
8 Lehigh University 39.00% $68,900 $95,699PANo
9 Indiana State University 332.00% $19,000 $82,000INYes
10 Texas Christian University -7.00% $115,380 $107,543TXYes
11 Saint Mary's College of California 189.00% $40,608 $117,200CAYes
12 University of Dayton 227.00% $33,600 $109,932OHYes
13 Clarkson University 19.00% $59,032 $70,017NYYes
14 Saint Louis University 104.00% $37,470 $76,282MONo
15 University of the District of Columbia 225.00% $30,765 $100,000DCNo
16 University of Wisconsin Oshkosh 200.00% $29,168 $87,400WIYes
17 Illinois State University 284.00% $20,050 $76,900ILNo
18 University of Colorado Denver 130.00% $47,102 $108,246COYes
19 Nova Southeastern University 105.00% $44,351 $90,756FLYes
20 University of Northern Iowa 176.00% $23,917 $66,000IANo
21 Stockton University 44.00% $33,012 $47,700NJNo

An MBA program in Education will cost you between $19,000.00 to $167,393.00.

  • Number of Programs Offering Education MBAs: 21
  • Average GMAT Score for Education MBA Programs: 598
  • Average In-State Tuition for Education MBA Programs: $65,131.00
  • Average Graduate Salary for Education MBA Programs: $105,107
  • Average ROI for Education MBA Programs: 112%

Compare Education MBA Program Averages vs Campus

 AveragesMBA ProgramsOnline MBA Programs
Number of Programs219
Average Starting Salary$105,107$96,565
Average MBA Tuition$65,131
$49,805
Average ROI112%139%
Average GMAT Scores598
570
Average Full-Time MBA Faculty8372
Average MBA Student Faculty Ratio14:115:1
Faculty with Doctorate84%84%
Average Full-Time MBA Enrollment435129
Average Part-Time MBA Enrollment322349
Average % of MBA Students from U.S.84%84%

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What is the Average MBA Salary for Education Graduates?

Though it’s not the only factor, compensation is an important consideration for individuals considering obtaining an MBA degree. Salaries for graduates with master’s degrees in Education can be significantly higher than those of graduates with only a bachelor’s degree. In addition, advance salary projections from the US Department of Labor show that average MBA salaries are expected to increase by 13.5% each year through the year 2028 with an annual need of 99,000 new managers needed each year.

MBA salaries differs wildly depending on the program you chose, the industry you enter and the experience you have. After earning an MBA from Stockton University, the average MBA graduate annual salary is $47,700 . A degree from Stanford University, will provide an annual salary of $182,272.

Average MBA starting salary for graduates from accredited programs is $105,107 with the lowest of starting of $47,700 and the highest reported starting salary of $182,272.

Average Graduate Salaries for In-Person Education MBA Programs

  • Average Education: $105,107
  • Lowest Education: $47,700
  • Highest Education: $182,272

10 Highest Salaries for In-Person MBA Graduates in Education

  1. Stanford University - $182,272.00
  2. The University of Chicago - $165,887.00
  3. University of Washington - $151,322.00
  4. The University of Texas at Austin - $144,564.00
  5. Saint Mary's College of California - $117,200.00
  6. The George Washington University - $115,951.00
  7. Texas A&M University - $115,585.00
  8. University of Dayton - $109,932.00
  9. University of Colorado Denver - $108,246.00
  10. Texas Christian University - $107,543.00

10 Lowest Salaries for In-Person MBA Graduates in Education

  1. Stockton University - $47,700.00
  2. University of Northern Iowa - $66,000.00
  3. Clarkson University - $70,017.00
  4. Saint Louis University - $76,282.00
  5. Illinois State University - $76,900.00
  6. Indiana State University - $82,000.00
  7. University of Wisconsin Oshkosh - $87,400.00
  8. Nova Southeastern University - $90,756.00
  9. Lehigh University - $95,699.00
  10. Temple University - $95,989.00

Average Salary for Graduate of MBA Programs in Education Programs – Interactive Table

Easily sort the interactive table below to find the best Education MBA programs by Starting Salary, and Campus or Online to find and to compare MBA programs in Education. Click on any school for a comprehensive school profile.

Rank University Avg. Starting SalaryIn State TuitionROIStateOnline
1 Stockton University $47,700 $33,012 44.00%NJNo
2 University of Northern Iowa $66,000 $23,917 176.00%IANo
3 Clarkson University $70,017 $59,032 19.00%NYYes
4 Saint Louis University $76,282 $37,470 104.00%MONo
5 Illinois State University $76,900 $20,050 284.00%ILNo
6 Indiana State University $82,000 $19,000 332.00%INYes
7 University of Wisconsin Oshkosh $87,400 $29,168 200.00%WIYes
8 Nova Southeastern University $90,756 $44,351 105.00%FLYes
9 Lehigh University $95,699 $68,900 39.00%PANo
10 Temple University $95,989 $60,000 60.00%PAYes
11 University of the District of Columbia $100,000 $30,765 225.00%DCNo
12 Texas Christian University $107,543 $115,380 -7.00%TXYes
13 University of Colorado Denver $108,246 $47,102 130.00%COYes
14 University of Dayton $109,932 $33,600 227.00%OHYes
15 Texas A&M University $115,585 $62,000 86.00%TXNo
16 The George Washington University $115,951 $113,090 3.00%DCNo
17 Saint Mary's College of California $117,200 $40,608 189.00%CAYes
18 The University of Texas at Austin $144,564 $120,432 20.00%TXNo
19 University of Washington $151,322 $76,890 97.00%WANo
20 The University of Chicago $165,887 $167,393 -1.00%ILNo
21 Stanford University $182,272 $165,591 10.00%CANo

What is the Average In-Person MBA Tuition for Education Programs?


If you plan on attending an MBA program, it’s best to start thinking about fiscal responsibility. A prospective B-Student needs to weigh their tuition options. An AACSB-accredited MBA program can pave the way for a great starting salary or career advancement. An MBA program can provide the flexibility of completing a program while being employed in your respective career.

The average in-state tuition for an MBA in Education is $65,131.00 compared to an average campus program Education is $65,131.00 .

The lowest AACSB tuition rate at $19,000.00 from Indiana State University.

The highest AACSB tuition rate is $167,393.00 from The University of Chicago.

Average Tuition for In-Person MBA Programs in Education

10 Most Affordable MBA Programs in Education

  1. Indiana State University - $19,000.00
  2. Illinois State University - $20,050.00
  3. University of Northern Iowa - $23,917.00
  4. University of Wisconsin Oshkosh - $29,168.00
  5. University of the District of Columbia - $30,765.00
  6. Stockton University - $33,012.00
  7. University of Dayton - $33,600.00
  8. Saint Louis University - $37,470.00
  9. Saint Mary's College of California - $40,608.00
  10. Nova Southeastern University - $44,351.00

10 Most Expensive MBA Programs in Education

  1. The University of Chicago - $167,393.00
  2. Stanford University - $165,591.00
  3. The University of Texas at Austin - $120,432.00
  4. Texas Christian University - $115,380.00
  5. The George Washington University - $113,090.00
  6. University of Washington - $76,890.00
  7. Lehigh University - $68,900.00
  8. Texas A&M University - $62,000.00
  9. Temple University - $60,000.00
  10. Clarkson University - $59,032.00

Interactive Table – Tuition for MBA Programs in Education Programs

Easily sort the interactive table below to find the best Education MBA programs by Tuition to find and to compare MBA programs in Education. Click on any school for a comprehensive school profile.

Rank University In State TuitionAvg. Starting SalaryROIStateOnline
1 Indiana State University $19,000 $82,000 332.00%INYes
2 Illinois State University $20,050 $76,900 284.00%ILNo
3 University of Northern Iowa $23,917 $66,000 176.00%IANo
4 University of Wisconsin Oshkosh $29,168 $87,400 200.00%WIYes
5 University of the District of Columbia $30,765 $100,000 225.00%DCNo
6 Stockton University $33,012 $47,700 44.00%NJNo
7 University of Dayton $33,600 $109,932 227.00%OHYes
8 Saint Louis University $37,470 $76,282 104.00%MONo
9 Saint Mary's College of California $40,608 $117,200 189.00%CAYes
10 Nova Southeastern University $44,351 $90,756 105.00%FLYes
11 University of Colorado Denver $47,102 $108,246 130.00%COYes
12 Clarkson University $59,032 $70,017 19.00%NYYes
13 Temple University $60,000 $95,989 60.00%PAYes
14 Texas A&M University $62,000 $115,585 86.00%TXNo
15 Lehigh University $68,900 $95,699 39.00%PANo
16 University of Washington $76,890 $151,322 97.00%WANo
17 The George Washington University $113,090 $115,951 3.00%DCNo
18 Texas Christian University $115,380 $107,543 -7.00%TXYes
19 The University of Texas at Austin $120,432 $144,564 20.00%TXNo
20 Stanford University $165,591 $182,272 10.00%CANo
21 The University of Chicago $167,393 $165,887 -1.00%ILNo

What is the Average ROI for MBA Programs in Education?

Choosing an MBA program requires more than a glance at the school’s reputation or curriculum. The return on investment (ROI) should take center stage in your evaluation. This measurement reveals the potential value derived from your tuition investment, putting key factors such as starting salary and career progression under the microscope.

By scrutinizing the ROI, you’re not just making a decision—you’re making an informed one. This approach will ensure the selection of an MBA program that provides the most bang for your buck. Checking the ROI might not be an afterthought; it could be the game-changer in your MBA journey.

For MBA programs in across the U.S., the ROI ranges from -7% to 332%.The lowest MBA ROI of -7% is from the program at Texas Christian University.The highest MBA ROI of 332% is offered by Indiana State University.On average, MBA programs across the U.S. have an ROI of 186%.

Interactive Table – ROI for MBA Programs in Education Programs

Easily sort the interactive table below to find the best Education MBA programs by ROI to find and to compare MBA programs in Education. Click on any school for a comprehensive school profile.

Rank University ROIIn State TuitionAvg. Starting SalaryStateOnline
1 Indiana State University 332.00% $19,000 $82,000INYes
2 Illinois State University 284.00% $20,050 $76,900ILNo
3 University of Dayton 227.00% $33,600 $109,932OHYes
4 University of the District of Columbia 225.00% $30,765 $100,000DCNo
5 University of Wisconsin Oshkosh 200.00% $29,168 $87,400WIYes
6 Saint Mary's College of California 189.00% $40,608 $117,200CAYes
7 University of Northern Iowa 176.00% $23,917 $66,000IANo
8 University of Colorado Denver 130.00% $47,102 $108,246COYes
9 Nova Southeastern University 105.00% $44,351 $90,756FLYes
10 Saint Louis University 104.00% $37,470 $76,282MONo
11 University of Washington 97.00% $76,890 $151,322WANo
12 Texas A&M University 86.00% $62,000 $115,585TXNo
13 Temple University 60.00% $60,000 $95,989PAYes
14 Stockton University 44.00% $33,012 $47,700NJNo
15 Lehigh University 39.00% $68,900 $95,699PANo
16 The University of Texas at Austin 20.00% $120,432 $144,564TXNo
17 Clarkson University 19.00% $59,032 $70,017NYYes
18 Stanford University 10.00% $165,591 $182,272CANo
19 The George Washington University 3.00% $113,090 $115,951DCNo

ROI for MBA Programs

  • Average: 186%
  • Lowest: -7%
  • Highest: 332%

10 Highest ROI for MBA Programs in Education

  1. Indiana State University - 332.00%
  2. Illinois State University - 284.00%
  3. University of Dayton - 227.00%
  4. University of the District of Columbia - 225.00%
  5. University of Wisconsin Oshkosh - 200.00%
  6. Saint Mary's College of California - 189.00%
  7. University of Northern Iowa - 176.00%
  8. University of Colorado Denver - 130.00%
  9. Nova Southeastern University - 105.00%
  10. Saint Louis University - 104.00%

10 Lowest ROI for MBA Programs in Education

  1. The George Washington University - 3.00%
  2. Stanford University - 10.00%
  3. Clarkson University - 19.00%
  4. The University of Texas at Austin - 20.00%
  5. Lehigh University - 39.00%
  6. Stockton University - 44.00%
  7. Temple University - 60.00%
  8. Texas A&M University - 86.00%
  9. University of Washington - 97.00%
  10. Saint Louis University - 104.00%

What is the Average GMAT Score Needed for an MBA Program in Education?

The Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT) is a standardized examination used by MBA schools to assess their applicant pool. The test is strategically designed to measure an applicant’s analytical, verbal, writing and mathematical skills. The GMAT is used as a predictor of success in MBA programs and tests one’s ability to successfully handle the advanced quantitative and qualitative study of business and management.

Even though some B-Schools may not require a GMAT Scores, there’s a good chance that a highly-competitive MBA program does require the GMAT. With that being said, average GMAT Scores for in-person MBA programs in Education is 598 with a highest of 737 and the lowest of 450

The average GMAT score needed for a Education MBA program from an institution is between 450 from Nova Southeastern University to 737 from Stanford University. The average GMAT scores for Education MBA programs is 598.

It’s important to note that not all MBA programs require a GMAT Score for admissions, but most reputable programs do. With that being said, if you have your eye on a list of competitive programs, it’s best to boost your GMAT Score accordingly. Outside of a solid GMAT Score, B-School admissions departments look at a candidate’s undergraduate GPA, professional experience, letters of recommendation, CV, and personal statement. A strong undergraduate performance may offset a sub-part GMAT Score. The average GMAT Score for on-campus MBA programs in Education is a 597.86 compared to an average MBA program score of 597.86. It is recommended that each B-School applicant take a GMAT diagnostic test in order to determine whether or not further study and/or a prep course is needed to boost your score.

Average GMAT Score for MBA Programs in Education

  • Average: 598
  • Lowest: 450
  • Highest: 737

10 Lowest GMAT for MBA Programs in Education

  1. University of Colorado Denver - 450
  2. Nova Southeastern University - 450
  3. Stockton University - 454
  4. University of Northern Iowa - 490
  5. Illinois State University - 526
  6. University of Dayton - 542
  7. University of Wisconsin Oshkosh - 550
  8. University of the District of Columbia - 557
  9. Saint Louis University - 568
  10. Saint Mary's College of California - 570

10 Highest GMAT for MBA Programs in Education

  1. Stanford University - 737
  2. The University of Chicago - 729
  3. The University of Texas at Austin - 706
  4. University of Washington - 703
  5. Indiana State University - 685
  6. The George Washington University - 669
  7. Texas A&M University - 652
  8. Clarkson University - 640
  9. Lehigh University - 636
  10. Temple University - 624

No GMAT or GRE: Best MBA Programs in Education

More than 233 AACSB accredited MBA programs do not require their applicants to take GMAT exam. Many well-known programs such as the University of Michigan and the University of California, Los Angeles no longer require the exam. If you are unsure where you would like to take your program, then you should take the GMAT sooner rather than later so you don’t lose time meeting the score requirement of a program.

Alumni from Schools Offering an MBA in Education

There are pros and cons when considering the size of your MBA in Accounting program. Larger, more diverse student populations, may lend itself to greater networking and job placement opportunities; whereas smaller programs may provide for more meaningful interactions with fellow classmates.

The importance of networking, whether it’s by way of campus job fairs, student organization members, or faculty mentorship, should not be understated when considering an MBA program. The average MBA enrollment size has a direct impact on your studies, your job prospects, your ability to define your career goals and after graduation connections.

Every B-School has a strategy behind their enrollment sizes. If a prospective B-Student is looking for networking opportunities, wants to attend job fairs, and plans on joining student organizations, B-School enrollment size plays an important role in the decision making process. For the B-Student interested in the smaller cohort-style classroom experience and thrive with face-to-face collaboration with their professors, a manageable enrollment size is the preferred option.

For Education MBA programs, the range for full-time enrollment is between 21 and 1,507. For part-time enrollment, the range is between : 32.00 and : 1,596.00.

Average Enrollment for MBA Programs Offering an MBA in Education

10 MBA Programs with the Highest Enrollment (Alumni)

  1. The University of Texas at Austin - 1,507
  2. The University of Chicago - 1,307
  3. Texas A&M University - 1,113
  4. Stanford University - 957
  5. University of Washington - 858
  6. The George Washington University - 712
  7. Texas Christian University - 369
  8. Saint Louis University - 200
  9. Saint Mary's College of California - 143
  10. Illinois State University - 136

10 MBA Programs with the Smallest Enrollment (Alumni)

  1. University of Wisconsin Oshkosh - 21
  2. University of the District of Columbia - 29
  3. Lehigh University - 48
  4. University of Northern Iowa - 59
  5. Indiana State University - 61
  6. University of Colorado Denver - 87
  7. Clarkson University - 90
  8. University of Dayton - 131
  9. Illinois State University - 136
  10. Saint Mary's College of California - 143

Student / Faculty Ratio for MBA Programs in Education

For most students, their professors are the first exposure to the business world. They are normally practitioners in the field and have successful risen to the top of their respective careers. B-School Education Professors can guide you toward a specific concentration, provide the latest industry trends, and put you on the right track, career-wise. The Student/Faculty ratio is important to those interested in building a lasting relationship with their professor. To use them as a networking opportunity and an advisor.

Top 10 Concentrations Available from Schools Also Offering an Degree in Education?

Highly competitive B-Schools recruit part-time and full-time professors that are both academic and industry influencers. They are the subject matter experts in their respective concentrations. To meet the diverse needs of Education businesses, MBA programs here have risen to the challenge by offering you an array of more than 47 MBA concentrations including:

  • Education: 21
  • Corporate Finance: 21
  • Finance: 21
  • Management: 20
  • Accounting: 18
  • General Business: 18
  • Marketing: 17
  • Data Analytics: 17
  • Information Systems: 15
  • Supply Chain: 11

Here are the top schools offering the widest variety of concentrations to choose from:

The Importance of MBA Accreditation for MBA Programs

The importance of accreditation can’t be underestimated. For many, knowing your school is accredited by the AACSB and regionally accredited by the US Department of Education is enough assurance that you will receive a quality education, where credits are more likely to transfer, and you will be qualified for loans, grants, and scholarships.

AACSB accreditation is considered to be the gold standard in business school credentialing. Established to promote high-quality business education in the U.S., AACSB members developed a stringent accreditation process. Members are held accountable for following an established business education framework set forth by the AACSB. With that comes MBA degrees conferrals that are widely recognized by Fortune 500 companies. This results in lucrative job opportunities.

MBA Program Options Available for Education MBA Programs

Options for earning your Education MBA have never been more flexible. Education MBA programs have become adept at offering effective alternatives for you to earn your MBA, no matter your life situation or schedule.

There are 21 Education accredited MBA programs. 2 private and 11 public schools offering Education MBA programs.

Number of Award Earned for MBA Programs Offering an Education Degree

The ranking of MBA programs is certainly not an exact science and plenty of subjective reasoning and biases come into play. We offer insights into ranking as another way to evaluate a potential MBA program.

Of the 21 accredited MBA programs offered in Education, 19 of them have been recognized by at least one distinguished publication MBAGuide, PQ, US News, Forbes, BW, FT and Economist garnering an award as one of the best MBA programs in the country.

Publications and the number of awards granted for an MBA degree in Education :

  • MBAGuide: 19
  • US News: 8
  • Forbes: 7
  • BW: 7
  • FT: 6
  • Economist: 7

How We Rank the Best MBA Programs in Education

MBAGuide.org employs a comprehensive ranking methodology that combines quantitative data (80% of the score) with qualitative assessments (20%) to evaluate MBA programs. The quantitative component considers factors such as student-faculty ratio, tuition, enrollment, and post-graduation salaries, while the qualitative aspect incorporates editorial ratings and school reputation, providing a well-rounded view of each program’s quality and value.

Best MBA Programs by Concentration: Online and In-Person

What is the Career Outlook for Education MBAs?

Why choose an MBA with a concentration in Education Management? Predictions from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) indicate strong growth in management positions overall, with an 8 percent average increase in management-level employment expected across all professions from 2018 to 2028, creating 827,000 jobs. Additionally, the BLS pegged the median salary for managers at $112,590, an important consideration for students considering a major investment in their education.

US Department of Labor – Projections Central

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What is an MBA in Education?

The MBA in Education is targeted to those individuals currently working or aspiring to work in education management and/or leadership. Programs can be focused for the public or private sector in primary, secondary or tertiary education. Focus can be as specific as an individual school or as broad as a school district. Possible organizations benefitting from a graduate of an MBA in Education would be K-12 schools, school districts, colleges, universities, technical schools, preparatory schools, alumni organizations, nonprofits, government and fundraising groups. Management skills for leadership involved in managing people and educational processes are developed and practiced as the student progresses through the curriculum as a cohort.

The MBA in Education program prepares students to become principals, high-level educational administrators and educational leaders. Programs unite skills necessary for education leadership with financial, strategic and entrepreneurial proficiencies to students seeking to affect substantial change at the individual, school and district tiers. Students develop best business-related practices incorporating short and long-term project management, financial management including fundraising and investment, short and long-term goal setting, marketing, human resources and strategic planning. Research skills are refined and can be applied to academic or industry-related projects. Practical applications of these skills are developed inside and outside of the classroom with group projects, case studies, guest lectures by relevant leaders and presentation preparation.

Upon program completion, students will be able to:

  • Identify and resolve barriers to student achievement.
  • Sustain an ethical school and community culture that is conducive to learning and promoting strong character building.
  • Communicate effectively with faculty, student families and members of the community.
  • Provide strong organizational and fiscal management of school resources.
  • Understand and participate in political and legal contexts that impact their schools and the learning environment of their students.
  • Become leaders and advocates of their schools, communities and for the educational sector as a whole.

What’s the Career Outlook for MBAs in Education?

Hiring of manager level positions in the training and development areas is forecasted increase about 10% between 2016 and 2026. 10% rise in 10 years is an above average rate of employment increase for any occupation. The majority of managerial level professions require their employees to earn CPE (Continuing Professional Education) credits and take internally and externally offered skill development courses throughout their careers.

The cost of this additional training can become costly to the employer. Therefore, there is a greater demand for employment candidates who have already received some skill development training prior to employment. There is a continued expectation that you will pursue this additional development on a regular basis.

The variety of training techniques will constantly be subject to innovation as technology becomes more and more advanced. These innovations will be particularly evident to larger organizations and remote workers. As organizations increasingly utilize social networking, simulations and mobile learning, these tools will be incorporated into training programs.

You can expect to experience these technologically focused methods in addition to more collaborative learning. In turn, it will be expected that you can facilitate the use of these methods to properly prepare your own employees for the constantly changing methods of communication within your organization and externally to students and their families.

Employment growth for those with an MBA in Education in post-secondary roles are forecasted due to the increasing student enrollment in colleges and universities. Post-secondary degrees are the new minimum education requirement in contrast to 20 years ago when a high school diploma was the minimum and 10 years ago when a bachelor’s degree was the minimum. As student enrollment for colleges and universities continues to steadily increase, there is a greater need for postsecondary education administrators who stand out with up-to-date learning and development.

What Are Average Salaries Among Educational Leaders?

Median wage is determined by calculating the wage at which half of the employees within an occupation earned higher than that amount and the other half earned less.

According to the Bureau of Labor and Statistics, in May 2016, the median annual wage for training and development managers was $105,830. Within this category of workers, the bottom 10 percent earned less than $57,760, and the highest 10 percent earned more than $184,990.

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Where Do Educators with MBAs Work?

Approximately 34,500 jobs are held by training and development managers. The categories of organizations employing the largest number of training and development managers are:

SectorAvg. Salary
Professional, scientific, technical services15%
Management of companies and enterprises15%
Educational services; state, local, private11%
Finance and insurance11%<
Healthcare and social assistance9%

Post-secondary education administrators hold about 180,100 jobs. The categories of organizations employing the largest number of postsecondary education administrators were:

SectorAvg. Salary
Colleges, universities, and professional schools; state, local, and private79%
Junior colleges; state, local, and private14

What Can I Do With an MBA in Education?

An MBA in Education enables graduates to further advance their careers within the fields of training and development management and pre and post-secondary education administration. Graduates with an MBA in Education have the ability to enter into areas of organization administration that require a broader understanding of business processes in addition to academic processes within the education sector.

Possible employment positions appropriate for an MBA in Education candidate include: leaders of schools (primary, secondary, districts), departmental leaders within an academic institution, curriculum designers, school and university registrars, academic facilities managers, Information and Communication Technology (ICT) managers in the academic sector, policy makers within government and within organizations that have a focus on education, and entrepreneurs in education who provide consultation and program development within the private sector.

  • Career and Technical Education Teachers provide direct, practical instruction to students in various technical and occupational focuses. These vocational skills include fields such as auto repair, healthcare, and culinary arts. These instructors provide both academic and technical content in order to prepare students with the hands-on experience and subject knowledge necessary to enter a given occupation.
  • Compensation and Benefits Managers research various benefit options, keep up to date on comparable compensation within their organization’s industry, develop programs to disseminate information related to an employee’s compensation and benefits, and oversee the execution of these programs while following labor laws.
  • Instructional Coordinators manage implementation of school curriculums and monitor that teaching standards are being met. They also can be a part of the development of instructional materials, collaborate with teachers and principals to implement the curriculum, and measure the curriculum for overall effectiveness.
  • Postsecondary Education Administrators can have responsibilities including directing student services, overseeing academics, and facilitating faculty research being done within colleges and universities. Job duties within post-secondary education can vary greatly. The office of the college or university they manage could be related to admissions, registrar, student affairs, faculty affairs, facilities, information technology, or human resources.
  • School Counselors assist students to acquire and cultivate the necessary social skills and academic tools needed to flourish in school and after they graduate. Career counselors can be present in schools or organizations. They help students or workers identify careers that fit their skills and interests and provide a path to follow to seek employment in that field.
  • Training and Development Managers can also be present in schools or organizations, however, in schools they would work with the faculty and staff instead of the students. These managers create and execute programs to improve and expand upon the knowledge and skills of an organization’s employees.

Difference Between an MBA and a Master in Education

The MBA in Education is a degree that is targeted towards current and aspiring leaders in education management, in both the private and public sectors. Generally, MBA in Education programs are designed for those who desire to become education administrators and who have a minimum of two years of managerial experience, or a minimum of two years of exposure to processes and procedures within the education sector.

This experience could be gained in the primary, secondary or tertiary levels of education. The areas of study focus on managing matters that an educational administrator could be faced with in their leadership role. As an educational administrator, you will need to be able to address key areas such as: curriculum development, cultivating a positive school culture, strategic planning, organizational development, marketing, change management, operations, financial planning, fundraising, governmental educational policies, information technology and human resources. Look for programs that incorporate hands-on experience in addition to classroom learning, group work and research projects.

How the MBA in Education differs from the standard MBA is the targeted trajectory of the program. The MBA is a broader degree and generally addresses the for-profit, corporate or entrepreneurial arena.  The MBA in Education focuses on the same overarching topics, however more towards how these topics will show up academia. While concepts are similar, the goals and how those goals are achieved are very different.

What Skills are Best Suited for an MBA in Education?

SectorDescription
Business Skills Knowing how your organization operates is a must for any educational leader. While it is not necessary to understand how every transaction occurs or how every procedure I executed, it is necessary to have an executive level of understanding as to how your organization achieves its goals. There is also a need to understand the organization’s finances and how achieving your goals are affected by budget and funding.
Communication Skills Educational leaders must know how to calmly and clearly communicate with a very diverse audience consisting of students, parents, government officials, faculty, academic staff and the community.
Critical-thinking Skills Critical-thinking is a hallmark trait of an educational leader. You must access your critical thinking ability when addressing issues like making adjustments to curriculum, making budget cuts, making changes to improve efficiency and effectiveness around your organization.
Decision-Making Skills Decision-making skills are engaged when educational leaders are faced with various options and limited resources. The ability to utilize the tools for cost/benefit analysis are required when justifying to various constituencies the decisions that you have made and how they are best for your programs.
Collaboration Skills Teamwork is an unavoidable part of any organization’s landscape. As an educational leader, you will need to engage strong interpersonal skills as you work with varying personalities. Keep in mind that differences of opinion usually result in the best product being produced. Groupthink will cause your goals and how to achieve them to have a very narrow purview. You will need to be able to work people on all levels to accomplish your tasks.
Instructional Skills Education leaders need to understand two variations of instructional skills. The first is the teaching in the classroom. You will need to understand how lessons are developed and lectured and other considerations faculty deal with on a regular basis. As an educational leader, you will also need to provide training and development to your own staff.
Leadership Skills Educational leaders must provide leadership not only to those that report to you, but also to any group or committee you may participate in. Leading involves, motivating, organizing, and keeping on target to meet your goals.
Computer skills Information technology is an important of learning and also administration. It is important you are up to date on the possible technologies to be used in the classroom by researching implementation, cost and benefits to students. You also need to be able to computer savvy enough to navigate required computer programs required for managing student records and organizational finances.
Interpersonal skills In collaboration with communication skills, interpersonal skills are also a trait that continuously needs to be developed. You need to be outgoing and empathic as you deal with students and parents.
Organizational skills  Any type of leader needs to have excellent organizational skills. You are constantly faced with competing priorities and impending deadlines. Being able to juggle all of your tasks while being able to address emergencies is a required trait of a good leader.
Problem-solving skills Leaders are often given the tasks of dealing with the most difficult situations and emergencies. You will need to be able to react calmly and apply your critical-thinking skills.

What Typical Classes Will I Take in My MBA in Education Program?

  • Study of Teaching and Learning Methods Applying theory and research to teaching methods, learning environments, classroom interactions, and how students process information.
  • Critical Issues in Education Familiarization of current educational issues and where those issues are in our legislative system. Learning how these educational issues are affected by various stakeholders such as policymakers, educational advocates, the community and your organization in particular. Generally, you will participate in research projects and group work to learn how to approach these issues.
  • Evaluation for Practitioners You will learn how to measure and communicate outcomes of your instructors. You will know how to review inputs and outputs to decide if your goals are being met.
  • Creating Financial Intelligence Learning how to exhibit financial intelligence within your organization is a key concept you will learn. You will learn various tools and dashboards to determine the health of your organization and assist with decision making. Coursework should touch on fundraising, proposal writing, budgeting, investing and reporting.
  • Developing and Leveraging Human Capital Attracting and retaining the right people for your organization is foundation to the success of your organization. Without the people within your organization, you could never meet your goals by yourself. Keeping abreast of trends with compensation and benefits and motivating your talent is key to understanding how various decisions impact employee performance.
  • Education Leadership Learn to create new programming for K-12 education or at the college or university level. International opportunities are an other way to engage students in diversity and build character.
  • Leadership and Global Achievement Gap Research and case studies are used to address the K-12 global achievement gap. You will learn the extent of the gap, what factors contribute to the gap and how the US educational system could improve education for students to eliminate this gap.
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