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DEGREES & PROGRAMS
The Online Bachelor's Degree in Business Designed to Help You Stand Out
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Erik, MBA and M.S. Management & Leadership grad
Business Bachelor's Degrees
Business
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Accounting – B.S.
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Have a knack for numbers or fine-tuning finances?...
Have a knack for numbers or fine-tuning finances?
MORE DETAILS
APPLY NOW
Time:
62% of graduates finish within 24 months
Tuition:
$3,830 per 6-month term
Courses:
41 courses in this program
Skills for your résumé you will learn in this program include:
Accounting
Finance
Financial Statements
Communication
Detail Oriented
Research
Take your first step toward CPA certification and learn how to use GAAP, ledgers, and journals.
Business
COMPARE
Business Management – B.S.
VIEW DEGREE
Hone your business acumen and garner added respect:...
Hone your business acumen and garner added respect:
MORE DETAILS
APPLY NOW
Time:
61% of graduates finish within 19 months
Tuition:
$3,830 per 6-month term
Courses
: 40 total courses in this program
Skills for your résumé this program will teach you include:
Business communication
Product development
Decision making models
Project management strategies
Budgeting for business
This online degree program is an excellent choice for kick-starting your organizational management career.
Business
COMPARE
Communications – B.S.
VIEW DEGREE
An online communications program designed for students who want real-world...
An online communications program designed for students who want real-world skills for a variety of industries.
MORE DETAILS
APPLY NOW
Time:
60% of students finish similar programs in 19 months.
Tuition:
$3,830 per 6-month term
Courses:
38 total courses in this program
Skills for your résumé you will learn in this program:
Strategic Communications
Crisis Communication
Content Creation
Value-Based Leadership
Project Management
This degree prepares you with relevant industry skills and experience that will help you move forward in your career.
Business
COMPARE
Finance – B.S.
VIEW DEGREE
This online finance program is career-focused so you will gain relevant...
This online finance program is career-focused so you will gain relevant industry skills.
MORE DETAILS
APPLY NOW
Time:
62% of graduates finish similar programs within 24 months
Tuition:
$3,830 per 6-month term
Courses:
41 courses in this program
Some careers and jobs this business degree will prepare you for:
Management
Accounting
Finance
Spreadsheets
Financial Analysis
Problem Solving
The competency-based model at WGU allows you to move as quickly as you can master the material, and do your coursework on your schedule. Flexibility is key with the B.S. in finance at WGU.
Business
COMPARE
Healthcare Administration – B.S.
VIEW DEGREE
You can become a healthcare industry leader:...
You can become a healthcare industry leader:
MORE DETAILS
APPLY NOW
Compare with B.S. Health Information Management
Time:
63% of graduates finish within 17 months
Tuition:
$3,830 per 6-month term.
Courses:
34 total courses in this program.
Skills for your résumé you will learn in this program include:
Management
Communication
Team Leadership
Operations
Scheduling
Strategic Planning
The online courses in this career-focused business degree program will prepare you with management-level skills and an up-to-date understanding of our healthcare delivery system.
Business
COMPARE
Human Resource Management – B.S.
VIEW DEGREE
A SHRM-recognized online business degree program:...
A SHRM-recognized online business degree program:
MORE DETAILS
APPLY NOW
Time:
65% of graduates finish within 24 months.
Tuition:
$3,830 per 6-month term.
Courses:
41 total courses in this program.
Skills for your résumé you will learn in this program include:
Agile project management
Employment and labor laws
Recruiting strategies
HR technology
DE&I understanding
Earn your B.S. in Human Resources and help build strong organizations.
Business
COMPARE
IT Management – B.S.
VIEW DEGREE
IT managers are needed in nearly every organization:...
IT managers are needed in nearly every organization:
MORE DETAILS
APPLY NOW
Time:
61% of graduates finish within 19 months
Tuition:
$3,830 per 6-month term
Courses:
40 total courses in this program
Skills for your résumé you will learn in this program include:
Team Leadership
Operations Management
Communication
Agile Project Management
Analytical Techniques
Information Technology
Key competencies of these online courses align with industry needs: management and leadership, networks and security, and information systems management.
Business
COMPARE
Marketing – B.S.
VIEW DEGREE
For those who want to lead brands and steer consumer markets:...
For those who want to lead brands and steer consumer markets:
MORE DETAILS
APPLY NOW
Time:
60% of graduates finish within 19 months.
Tuition:
$3,830 per 6-month term.
Courses:
37 total courses in this program.
Skills for your résumé you will learn in this program include:
Communication
Marketing
Sales
Management
Project Management
Product Management
Marketing is a creative and exciting field—and one where an undergraduate degree will open better opportunities.
Business
COMPARE
Supply Chain and Operations Management - B.S.
VIEW DEGREE
This online supply chain and operations management program will prepare...
This online supply chain and operations management program will prepare you for real-world experiences in business.
MORE DETAILS
APPLY NOW
Time:
61% of graduates finish similar programs within 19 months.
Tuition:
$3,830 per 6-month term.
Courses:
36 courses in this program.
Skills for your résumé that you will learn in this program:
Project Management
Strategic Planning
Detail Oriented
Management
Leadership
Operations:
Business
COMPARE
User Experience Design – B.S.
VIEW DEGREE
An online UX Design program designed for students who want to become...
An online UX Design program designed for students who want to become business-savvy designers that can generate best-in-class, customer-centric products and services.
MORE DETAILS
APPLY NOW
Time:
60% of students finish similar programs in 19 months.
Tuition:
$3,830 per 6-month term
Courses:
38 total courses in this program
Skills for your résumé you will learn in this program:
Wireframing and Prototyping
Artificial Intelligence
Accessible Design
Figma Design Software
UI/UX Research
User Testing
Adobe Express
This degree prepares you with relevant industry skills and experience that will help you move forward in your career.
Technology
COMPARE
Accelerated IT Bachelor's and Master's Degree
VIEW DEGREE
Earn both your bachelor’s in IT and master’s in Information Technology at...
Earn both your bachelor’s in IT and master’s in Information Technology at a faster pace with fewer courses.
MORE DETAILS
APPLY NOW
Time:
Approximately 5 years.
Tuition
: $3,945 per 6-month term for the bachelor's degree; $4,090 per term for the master's portion.
Courses:
42-43 total courses in this program.
Stackable CompTIA certifications that you can earn in this program:
IT Operations Specialist (earned with A+ and Network+)
Cloud Administration Professional (earned with Network+ and Cloud+)
Secure Infrastructure Specialist (earned with A+, Network+, and Security+)
Secure Cloud Professional (earned with Security+ and Cloud+)
Skills for your résumé that you will learn in this program:
Automation with Python
Cloud and networking security
IT service management
Data and AI fluency and integration
Agile project and product management
Microsoft IT strategy in cloud, data, AI, and security
This program allows students to earn their bachelor's degree in IT and move directly into a master's degree in IT management, cutting down on the total number of courses to complete.
Technology
COMPARE
Information Technology – B.S.
VIEW DEGREE
Award-winning coursework and value-add certifications make this online...
Award-winning coursework and value-add certifications make this online program a top choice.
MORE DETAILS
APPLY NOW
Time:
61% of graduates finish within 39 months.
Tuition:
$3,835 per 6-month term.
Courses:
35 total courses in this program.
Stackable CompTIA certifications that you can earn in this program:
IT Operations Specialist (earned with A+ and Network+)
Cloud Administration Professional (earned with Network+ and Cloud+)
Secure Infrastructure Specialist (earned with A+, Network+, and Security+)
Secure Cloud Professional (earned with Security+ and Cloud+)
Skills for your résumé that you will learn in this program:
Scripting and programming
Networking and security
Systems and services
Data management
Business of IT
Health & Nursing
COMPARE
Health Information Management – B.S.
VIEW DEGREE
A program designed for future leaders in HIM....
A program designed for future leaders in HIM.
MORE DETAILS
APPLY NOW
Time:
61% of grads earned this degree in 36 months or less.
Tuition:
$4,210 per 6-month term.
Courses
: 36 total courses in this program.
Skills for your résumé that you will learn in this program:
Medical Terminology
Healthcare System Applications
Health Information Law and Regulations
Healthcare Project Management
Data Analytics and Information Governance
This CAHIIM-accredited program makes you eligible for the RHIA exam.
Compare with B.S. Business – Healthcare Management
Time to Graduation
2.5 Years*
The average time to complete a bachelor's degree with WGU is 2.5 years*, proving that WGU students are motivated and use the opportunity to control their speed to graduation.
*WGU Internal Data
Salary Growth
$22,200
Just 2 years after graduation, WGU students report earning $22,200
1
more per year, and $30,300 after 4 years.
1 2024
Harris Poll
of 1,655 WGU graduates.
Transfer Average
34 Credits
Students transfer an average of 34 credits to bachelor's of business programs at WGU, helping them move through their degree program even faster.
BUSINESS BACHELOR'S DEGREES
An Online Business Degree Focused on Preparing You for an Exciting Business Career
These online business bachelor's degree programs are accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs and designed to ensure you're ready for your future. Impact your organization, your industry, and your community with the help of an accredited online business degree. The list of companies that have hired WGU business graduates includes American Express, Coca-Cola, Delta Air Lines, JPMorgan Chase, PricewaterhouseCoopers, Starbucks, The Walt Disney Company, Tiffany, and Toyota.
Open the door to exciting, in-demand, and lucrative careers with the help of a business bachelor's degree from WGU. Our many degree options are centered on teaching the critical skills you need to thrive in business. And our business bachelor's degrees are completely online to give you the flexibility you need. No class times, no due dates—do your schoolwork any time, any place. Get ready to stand out with the help of an online business degree from WGU.
A Bachelor Degree in Business for Less
Half.
That's a term that WGU is proud to be able to use. Compared to most other online universities, our tuition is about half.* And less than half is the amount that WGU students borrow to pay for their degree, compared to the national average. High quality, low cost—that's the definition of value!
*WGU average annual bachelor’s tuition rates are 53% lower than the national average, compared to national rates reported by the
Integrated Postsecondary Education Data Systems in 2022
. WGU average rate does not include rates for WGU Bachelor of Science, Nursing Prelicensure program.
Financial Aid Info
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Find a Scholarship
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Online. Nonprofit. Affordable.™
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Prepared for Success on the Job
*From a 2024
Harris Poll
of 300 employers of WGU graduates.
100% of employers said that WGU graduates were prepared for their jobs.*
94% of employers said WGU graduates meet or exceed expectations*
95% of employers rated the "soft skills" of WGU grads as equal to or better than graduates from other institutions*
Fit School Into Your Life—Not the Other Way Around
At WGU, we have a distinctive student-first approach to education. Here at WGU, you advance through your coursework by proving what you've learned, not by spending hours sitting in a lecture hall or logging in to a "virtual classroom." This means that you study the learning resources on your time (all required materials are available 24/7 and covered by a low, flat resource fee) and you pass the course as soon as you can pass a test, paper, or other assessment. For most of our students, this means finishing some (if not all) courses ahead of schedule—and graduating sooner!
COMPETENCY-BASED EDUCATION
Competency:
Demonstrated knowledge, skill, or ability required to advance in a degree program.
At WGU, course competencies are defined by an expert council, including employers.
AT YOUR OWN PACE
At WGU, you are in charge of setting the pace. Spend time on areas where you need more understanding and accelerate in subjects where you already have knowledge.
Drive Change in Your Community
Apply for the $5,000 WGU Leadership Scholarship.
If you’re ready to lead, we’re ready to help with the WGU Leadership Scholarship. Valued at up to $5,000, the scholarship can be applied toward any of our respected bachelor’s or master’s degrees in business, healthcare, education, and IT. Now is the time to change your life, so you can help change the lives of others.
Leadership Scholarship
Master Your Future
A master’s degree in business can give your career a boost. Plus, 81% of employers said they would hire another WGU grad.* If you apply now, you can take advantage of the Master Your Future scholarship. This scholarship awards recipients $2,500 ($625 per six-month term for up to four terms). With tuition under $4,500, this makes your dream career even more affordable.
*2024
Harris Poll
Master Your Future Scholarship
Business Degrees Driven By Innovation
Fast Company listed WGU among one of the world's 50 Most Innovative Companies "for showing public schools another way to do business." As Fast Company puts it: "The low-cost, self-paced WGU focuses on skills that lead to better jobs." And the metrics support that: 94% of employers say WGU grads met or exceeded job expectations.*
Graduate Outcomes
What Leaders Are Saying About WGU
See why business leaders are eager to hire and promote WGU graduates.
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“To anyone seeking a relevant degree in today’s modern, hectic world … WGU is the perfect model.”
—Phyllis Campbell
Chairman, Pacific Northwest
"WGU gives students the ability to really assemble the complete package, from the subject matter to the specific skills to the certification that gives employers confidence when they're making a hiring decision."
—Brad Smith
Microsoft Vice President & Chairman
Career-Building Programs Built by Experts
WGU’s business degree programs are highly respected among employers—largely because they’re accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs and they were developed with support and guidance from business leaders serving on our Business Program Council and National Advisory Board. Experts include representatives from organizations such as Google, Microsoft, AT&T, HP, Simmons Media Group, Hospital Corporation of America, the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, and the Alfred P. Sloan Foundation.
Commonly Asked Questions About Business Bachelor's Degrees
There are many types of business bachelor's degrees and specializations including the following:
Business management degree
IT management degree
Healthcare management degree
Human resources management degree
Marketing degree
Finance degree
Accounting degree
User Experience Design degree
There are many different bachelor's degrees you can get in business. While jobs may vary, a bachelor's degree in business might prepare you for jobs like the following:
Marketer
Loan officer
Financial advisor
Human resources manager
Entrepreneur
Sales manager
Accountant
A bachelor's degree in business generally takes around four years to complete, but some universities like WGU have a format that allows you to earn a degree more quickly, sometimes in less than 2 years.
Yes! A bachelor's degree in business can help you advance in your career, improve your prospects for a new job, and likely increase your earning potential. For your career, a bachelor's degree in business is a great investment.
A bachelor's degree in business administration can lead to a variety of career paths, depending on the concentration you choose. A business degree is useful in fields including business management, human resources, marketing, IT management, and healthcare professions. Whether you want to manage staff or start your own business, getting a degree in business is a great decision to make.
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DEGREES & PROGRAMS
The Online Bachelor's Degree in Business Designed to Help You Stand Out
Apply Now
Erik, MBA and M.S. Management & Leadership grad
Business Bachelor's Degrees
Business
COMPARE
Accounting – B.S.
VIEW DEGREE
Have a knack for numbers or fine-tuning finances?...
Have a knack for numbers or fine-tuning finances?
MORE DETAILS
APPLY NOW
Time:
62% of graduates finish within 24 months
Tuition:
$3,830 per 6-month term
Courses:
41 courses in this program
Skills for your résumé you will learn in this program include:
Accounting
Finance
Financial Statements
Communication
Detail Oriented
Research
Take your first step toward CPA certification and learn how to use GAAP, ledgers, and journals.
Business
COMPARE
Business Management – B.S.
VIEW DEGREE
Hone your business acumen and garner added respect:...
Hone your business acumen and garner added respect:
MORE DETAILS
APPLY NOW
Time:
61% of graduates finish within 19 months
Tuition:
$3,830 per 6-month term
Courses
: 40 total courses in this program
Skills for your résumé this program will teach you include:
Business communication
Product development
Decision making models
Project management strategies
Budgeting for business
This online degree program is an excellent choice for kick-starting your organizational management career.
Business
COMPARE
Communications – B.S.
VIEW DEGREE
An online communications program designed for students who want real-world...
An online communications program designed for students who want real-world skills for a variety of industries.
MORE DETAILS
APPLY NOW
Time:
60% of students finish similar programs in 19 months.
Tuition:
$3,830 per 6-month term
Courses:
38 total courses in this program
Skills for your résumé you will learn in this program:
Strategic Communications
Crisis Communication
Content Creation
Value-Based Leadership
Project Management
This degree prepares you with relevant industry skills and experience that will help you move forward in your career.
Business
COMPARE
Finance – B.S.
VIEW DEGREE
This online finance program is career-focused so you will gain relevant...
This online finance program is career-focused so you will gain relevant industry skills.
MORE DETAILS
APPLY NOW
Time:
62% of graduates finish similar programs within 24 months
Tuition:
$3,830 per 6-month term
Courses:
41 courses in this program
Some careers and jobs this business degree will prepare you for:
Management
Accounting
Finance
Spreadsheets
Financial Analysis
Problem Solving
The competency-based model at WGU allows you to move as quickly as you can master the material, and do your coursework on your schedule. Flexibility is key with the B.S. in finance at WGU.
Business
COMPARE
Healthcare Administration – B.S.
VIEW DEGREE
You can become a healthcare industry leader:...
You can become a healthcare industry leader:
MORE DETAILS
APPLY NOW
Compare with B.S. Health Information Management
Time:
63% of graduates finish within 17 months
Tuition:
$3,830 per 6-month term.
Courses:
34 total courses in this program.
Skills for your résumé you will learn in this program include:
Management
Communication
Team Leadership
Operations
Scheduling
Strategic Planning
The online courses in this career-focused business degree program will prepare you with management-level skills and an up-to-date understanding of our healthcare delivery system.
Business
COMPARE
Human Resource Management – B.S.
VIEW DEGREE
A SHRM-recognized online business degree program:...
A SHRM-recognized online business degree program:
MORE DETAILS
APPLY NOW
Time:
65% of graduates finish within 24 months.
Tuition:
$3,830 per 6-month term.
Courses:
41 total courses in this program.
Skills for your résumé you will learn in this program include:
Agile project management
Employment and labor laws
Recruiting strategies
HR technology
DE&I understanding
Earn your B.S. in Human Resources and help build strong organizations.
Business
COMPARE
IT Management – B.S.
VIEW DEGREE
IT managers are needed in nearly every organization:...
IT managers are needed in nearly every organization:
MORE DETAILS
APPLY NOW
Time:
61% of graduates finish within 19 months
Tuition:
$3,830 per 6-month term
Courses:
40 total courses in this program
Skills for your résumé you will learn in this program include:
Team Leadership
Operations Management
Communication
Agile Project Management
Analytical Techniques
Information Technology
Key competencies of these online courses align with industry needs: management and leadership, networks and security, and information systems management.
Business
COMPARE
Marketing – B.S.
VIEW DEGREE
For those who want to lead brands and steer consumer markets:...
For those who want to lead brands and steer consumer markets:
MORE DETAILS
APPLY NOW
Time:
60% of graduates finish within 19 months.
Tuition:
$3,830 per 6-month term.
Courses:
37 total courses in this program.
Skills for your résumé you will learn in this program include:
Communication
Marketing
Sales
Management
Project Management
Product Management
Marketing is a creative and exciting field—and one where an undergraduate degree will open better opportunities.
Business
COMPARE
Supply Chain and Operations Management - B.S.
VIEW DEGREE
This online supply chain and operations management program will prepare...
This online supply chain and operations management program will prepare you for real-world experiences in business.
MORE DETAILS
APPLY NOW
Time:
61% of graduates finish similar programs within 19 months.
Tuition:
$3,830 per 6-month term.
Courses:
36 courses in this program.
Skills for your résumé that you will learn in this program:
Project Management
Strategic Planning
Detail Oriented
Management
Leadership
Operations:
Business
COMPARE
User Experience Design – B.S.
VIEW DEGREE
An online UX Design program designed for students who want to become...
An online UX Design program designed for students who want to become business-savvy designers that can generate best-in-class, customer-centric products and services.
MORE DETAILS
APPLY NOW
Time:
60% of students finish similar programs in 19 months.
Tuition:
$3,830 per 6-month term
Courses:
38 total courses in this program
Skills for your résumé you will learn in this program:
Wireframing and Prototyping
Artificial Intelligence
Accessible Design
Figma Design Software
UI/UX Research
User Testing
Adobe Express
This degree prepares you with relevant industry skills and experience that will help you move forward in your career.
Technology
COMPARE
Accelerated IT Bachelor's and Master's Degree
VIEW DEGREE
Earn both your bachelor’s in IT and master’s in Information Technology at...
Earn both your bachelor’s in IT and master’s in Information Technology at a faster pace with fewer courses.
MORE DETAILS
APPLY NOW
Time:
Approximately 5 years.
Tuition
: $3,945 per 6-month term for the bachelor's degree; $4,090 per term for the master's portion.
Courses:
42-43 total courses in this program.
Stackable CompTIA certifications that you can earn in this program:
IT Operations Specialist (earned with A+ and Network+)
Cloud Administration Professional (earned with Network+ and Cloud+)
Secure Infrastructure Specialist (earned with A+, Network+, and Security+)
Secure Cloud Professional (earned with Security+ and Cloud+)
Skills for your résumé that you will learn in this program:
Automation with Python
Cloud and networking security
IT service management
Data and AI fluency and integration
Agile project and product management
Microsoft IT strategy in cloud, data, AI, and security
This program allows students to earn their bachelor's degree in IT and move directly into a master's degree in IT management, cutting down on the total number of courses to complete.
Technology
COMPARE
Information Technology – B.S.
VIEW DEGREE
Award-winning coursework and value-add certifications make this online...
Award-winning coursework and value-add certifications make this online program a top choice.
MORE DETAILS
APPLY NOW
Time:
61% of graduates finish within 39 months.
Tuition:
$3,835 per 6-month term.
Courses:
35 total courses in this program.
Stackable CompTIA certifications that you can earn in this program:
IT Operations Specialist (earned with A+ and Network+)
Cloud Administration Professional (earned with Network+ and Cloud+)
Secure Infrastructure Specialist (earned with A+, Network+, and Security+)
Secure Cloud Professional (earned with Security+ and Cloud+)
Skills for your résumé that you will learn in this program:
Scripting and programming
Networking and security
Systems and services
Data management
Business of IT
Health & Nursing
COMPARE
Health Information Management – B.S.
VIEW DEGREE
A program designed for future leaders in HIM....
A program designed for future leaders in HIM.
MORE DETAILS
APPLY NOW
Time:
61% of grads earned this degree in 36 months or less.
Tuition:
$4,210 per 6-month term.
Courses
: 36 total courses in this program.
Skills for your résumé that you will learn in this program:
Medical Terminology
Healthcare System Applications
Health Information Law and Regulations
Healthcare Project Management
Data Analytics and Information Governance
This CAHIIM-accredited program makes you eligible for the RHIA exam.
Compare with B.S. Business – Healthcare Management
Time to Graduation
2.5 Years*
The average time to complete a bachelor's degree with WGU is 2.5 years*, proving that WGU students are motivated and use the opportunity to control their speed to graduation.
*WGU Internal Data
Salary Growth
$22,200
Just 2 years after graduation, WGU students report earning $22,200
1
more per year, and $30,300 after 4 years.
1 2024
Harris Poll
of 1,655 WGU graduates.
Transfer Average
34 Credits
Students transfer an average of 34 credits to bachelor's of business programs at WGU, helping them move through their degree program even faster.
BUSINESS BACHELOR'S DEGREES
An Online Business Degree Focused on Preparing You for an Exciting Business Career
These online business bachelor's degree programs are accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs and designed to ensure you're ready for your future. Impact your organization, your industry, and your community with the help of an accredited online business degree. The list of companies that have hired WGU business graduates includes American Express, Coca-Cola, Delta Air Lines, JPMorgan Chase, PricewaterhouseCoopers, Starbucks, The Walt Disney Company, Tiffany, and Toyota.
Open the door to exciting, in-demand, and lucrative careers with the help of a business bachelor's degree from WGU. Our many degree options are centered on teaching the critical skills you need to thrive in business. And our business bachelor's degrees are completely online to give you the flexibility you need. No class times, no due dates—do your schoolwork any time, any place. Get ready to stand out with the help of an online business degree from WGU.
A Bachelor Degree in Business for Less
Half.
That's a term that WGU is proud to be able to use. Compared to most other online universities, our tuition is about half.* And less than half is the amount that WGU students borrow to pay for their degree, compared to the national average. High quality, low cost—that's the definition of value!
*WGU average annual bachelor’s tuition rates are 53% lower than the national average, compared to national rates reported by the
Integrated Postsecondary Education Data Systems in 2022
. WGU average rate does not include rates for WGU Bachelor of Science, Nursing Prelicensure program.
Financial Aid Info
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Find a Scholarship
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Online. Nonprofit. Affordable.™
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Prepared for Success on the Job
*From a 2024
Harris Poll
of 300 employers of WGU graduates.
100% of employers said that WGU graduates were prepared for their jobs.*
94% of employers said WGU graduates meet or exceed expectations*
95% of employers rated the "soft skills" of WGU grads as equal to or better than graduates from other institutions*
Fit School Into Your Life—Not the Other Way Around
At WGU, we have a distinctive student-first approach to education. Here at WGU, you advance through your coursework by proving what you've learned, not by spending hours sitting in a lecture hall or logging in to a "virtual classroom." This means that you study the learning resources on your time (all required materials are available 24/7 and covered by a low, flat resource fee) and you pass the course as soon as you can pass a test, paper, or other assessment. For most of our students, this means finishing some (if not all) courses ahead of schedule—and graduating sooner!
COMPETENCY-BASED EDUCATION
Competency:
Demonstrated knowledge, skill, or ability required to advance in a degree program.
At WGU, course competencies are defined by an expert council, including employers.
AT YOUR OWN PACE
At WGU, you are in charge of setting the pace. Spend time on areas where you need more understanding and accelerate in subjects where you already have knowledge.
Drive Change in Your Community
Apply for the $5,000 WGU Leadership Scholarship.
If you’re ready to lead, we’re ready to help with the WGU Leadership Scholarship. Valued at up to $5,000, the scholarship can be applied toward any of our respected bachelor’s or master’s degrees in business, healthcare, education, and IT. Now is the time to change your life, so you can help change the lives of others.
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Master Your Future
A master’s degree in business can give your career a boost. Plus, 81% of employers said they would hire another WGU grad.* If you apply now, you can take advantage of the Master Your Future scholarship. This scholarship awards recipients $2,500 ($625 per six-month term for up to four terms). With tuition under $4,500, this makes your dream career even more affordable.
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Business Degrees Driven By Innovation
Fast Company listed WGU among one of the world's 50 Most Innovative Companies "for showing public schools another way to do business." As Fast Company puts it: "The low-cost, self-paced WGU focuses on skills that lead to better jobs." And the metrics support that: 94% of employers say WGU grads met or exceeded job expectations.*
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What Leaders Are Saying About WGU
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“To anyone seeking a relevant degree in today’s modern, hectic world … WGU is the perfect model.”
—Phyllis Campbell
Chairman, Pacific Northwest
"WGU gives students the ability to really assemble the complete package, from the subject matter to the specific skills to the certification that gives employers confidence when they're making a hiring decision."
—Brad Smith
Microsoft Vice President & Chairman
Career-Building Programs Built by Experts
WGU’s business degree programs are highly respected among employers—largely because they’re accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs and they were developed with support and guidance from business leaders serving on our Business Program Council and National Advisory Board. Experts include representatives from organizations such as Google, Microsoft, AT&T, HP, Simmons Media Group, Hospital Corporation of America, the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, and the Alfred P. Sloan Foundation.
Commonly Asked Questions About Business Bachelor's Degrees
There are many types of business bachelor's degrees and specializations including the following:
Business management degree
IT management degree
Healthcare management degree
Human resources management degree
Marketing degree
Finance degree
Accounting degree
User Experience Design degree
There are many different bachelor's degrees you can get in business. While jobs may vary, a bachelor's degree in business might prepare you for jobs like the following:
Marketer
Loan officer
Financial advisor
Human resources manager
Entrepreneur
Sales manager
Accountant
A bachelor's degree in business generally takes around four years to complete, but some universities like WGU have a format that allows you to earn a degree more quickly, sometimes in less than 2 years.
Yes! A bachelor's degree in business can help you advance in your career, improve your prospects for a new job, and likely increase your earning potential. For your career, a bachelor's degree in business is a great investment.
A bachelor's degree in business administration can lead to a variety of career paths, depending on the concentration you choose. A business degree is useful in fields including business management, human resources, marketing, IT management, and healthcare professions. Whether you want to manage staff or start your own business, getting a degree in business is a great decision to make.
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