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Program Overview

The JL Price MBA from UNC Charlotte’s Belk College of Business builds on a 50+ year legacy of serving Charlotte’s business community while preparing professionals for today’s evolving workplace. Students develop leadership expertise and gain access to a strong network of alumni and employers across Fortune 500 companies, major financial institutions, small businesses, and high-growth startups.

This nationally recognized MBA is designed for flexibility, with industry-aligned concentrations and both on-campus and online formats. Evening classes at The Dubois Center in Center City Charlotte and asynchronous online courses make it possible to earn your MBA on a schedule that fits your career and life.

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Why get your MBA at UNC Charlotte?

Flexible Scheduling

Study at your own time – and in your own place – with our 100% online, asynchronous JL Price MBA program or choose a traditional, on-campus MBA experience with flexible options for concentrations.

Choose your format, choose your pace, choose your specialization and increase your earning potential in your desired career!

Custom Concentrations

You can choose from 12 named concentrations, plus a student-structured option that allows for customization of your MBA.

NOTE: The Business Analytics Concentration is available two ways: Online or on-campus. The Digital Marketing Concentration is only available in the online modality. All other listed concentrations are for the on-campus MBA program.

Networking in the Queen City (and beyond)

Leverage our extensive network of alumni and industry partners to explore career opportunities and build valuable professional relationships. UNC Charlotte’s location in the second largest banking hub and 14th largest city in the United States offers unique advantages for networking and career advancement. Connect with influential alumni, partners, and companies, from the region’s major financial institutions and Fortune 500 companies to Charlotte’s small businesses and emerging startups.

Return on Investment

The JL Price MBA offers one of the best debt-to-income ratios among public universities in the Carolinas, and the investment pays for itself within two years due to salary increases. 

Our alumni saw an employment rate of 93% and an average salary of $104,303 for graduates in 2024. Salary increases have been steady at over $20K since the mid-2000s.

  • STUDENT PERSPECTIVES

    Katelynn Germain '28

    Program: Part-time, Online MBA with a concentration in Business Analytics

    Position and Current Employer: Product Manager, Albemarle Corporation

    “The Belk College of Business Online MBA program has given me more than knowledge; it has given me the flexibility to pursue growth while maintaining balance in my career and personal life. Finding that balance is, I believe, the true measure of success.”

    Read more about Katelynn
  • ALUMNI PERSPECTIVES

    Kwame Molden '12

    Program: On campus MBA with a concentration in Marketing

    Co-owner and founder: SPGBK Watches (with Maurice Davis)

    “UNC Charlotte put me in a position to be successful — to run my own business and without the expense of a store front.”

    Read more about Kwame
  • FACULTY PERSPECTIVE

    Dr. Janaki Gooty

    Director of the JL Price MBA program and professor Janaki Gooty

    “Our nationally-recognized MBA program continues to grow and transform in ways designed to meet the needs of the vibrant business landscape in Charlotte. Whether someone is just beginning their career journey or is looking to advance to their next stage, we offer the opportunity to specialize in cutting-edge concentrations.”

    read more about dr. gooty
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Career Outcomes

Our MBA graduates have gone on to do great things in the community, learning critical skills that are applicable across different disciplines while working for top companies.

Lightcast 2025 (Lightcast.io) + UNC Charlotte Next Destination Survey

top occupationstop companiestop skills
Executive LeadersBank of AmericaManagement + Leadership
General + Operations Managers / Business AnalystsWells FargoProject Management + Planning
Financial Managers / Analysts / AdvisorsTIAAData Analytics + Finance
Marketing Managers / SpecialistsDuke EnergyCommunication + Interpersonal Skills
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Dual Degrees

Dual degree programs allow you to earn degrees across two academic disciplines. These programs are collaboratively offered across colleges or departments at UNC Charlotte and may include other higher education institutions in the United States or abroad.

MBA Tuition

These are estimates based on minimum tuition and fees per semester.

More info on tuition + fees
On-campus MBA

Credit Hours		North Carolina ResidentsNon-Residents of North Carolina
3$2,847.98$5,353.82
6$5,291.16$10,302.84
9+$7,798.50$15,316.00
On-Campus Tuition and Fees
Online MBA
Credit HoursNorth Carolina ResidentsNon-Residents of North Carolina
3$2,339.97$4,845.81
6$4,672.39$9,684.07
9+$7,004.97$14,522.47
Online Tuition and Fees
MBA Tuition Assistance

The Belk College of Business offers a limited number of program-based funding opportunities.

  • Those who apply before the Priority Deadline are automatically considered for merit-based scholarships.
  • Those who wish to be considered for graduate assistantships should check the appropriate box in their application indicating their interest and apply before the Priority Deadline.
  • Please note that funding opportunities are highly competitive, so it is uncommon for programs to offer them to students who apply after the Priority Deadline.
    • Priority Deadline for Fall: March 1
    • Priority Deadline for Spring: October 1

University scholarship opportunities may be found in NinerScholars Portal and additional on-campus assistantships and other on-campus work may be found in Hire-A-Niner. The Graduate School also maintains a repository of information on funding.

Additional information on financial aid and student loans is available on Niner Central’s website.

Application Deadlines

The JL Price MBA program admits students throughout the year on a rolling basis. Applicants who apply by the priority deadlines are considered for first round funding. As the start of the semester approaches each year, the opportunity for funding diminishes, so APPLY EARLY.

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On-Campus MBA

Full-term rolling admissions & summer

Fall (begins August)

  • Priority Consideration: March 1
  • Final Consideration: August 1

Spring (begins January)

  • Priority Consideration: October 1
  • Final Consideration: December 1

Summer (begins June & July)

  • Final Consideration for June Start: May 1
  • Final Consideration for July Start: June 1
Online MBA

Half-term rolling admissions

Fall First Term (H1 begins August)

  • Priority Consideration: March 1
  • Final Consideration: August 1

Fall Second Term (H2 begins mid-October)

  • Final Consideration: October 1

Spring First Term (H1 begins January)

  • Priority Consideration: October 1
  • Final Consideration: December 1

Spring Second Term (H2 begins March)

  • Final Consideration: March 1

GMAT/GRE Waiver

Applying for a GRE/GMAT waiver is easy! Simply start your JL Price MBA application through Graduate Admissions, and follow five short steps.

See the Steps
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Accreditation

UNC Charlotte was the first university in the Charlotte region to earn accreditation by AACSB International, and has now held that distinction for more than 30 years. UNC Charlotte is also accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award baccalaureate, master’s, and doctoral degrees.

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Explore Official University Catalog

Check out the official catalog for information on specific degree requirements, course progressions, curriculum and more.

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