As part of the California State University system, Sacramento State offers the lowest available tuition and fees for an AACSB-accredited MBA program in the Sacramento region.

MBA Program Cost

Total cost for the program when enrolled as a part-time California resident student (6 units/semester) is approximately $28,000 and can be completed in an average of 2½ years.

Total cost for international students enrolled full-time (at least 9 units/semester) is approximately $41,000 and is completed in an average of 1 1/2 years.

Housing, books, parking, and other living expenses are not included in the fees below and are the responsibility of the student.

Loans (Financial Aid)

We encourage you to apply for financial aid by completing your FAFSA application by the priority deadline and to visit the Office of Financial Aid & Scholarships webpage to learn more about this process.

Federal student loans are available to most students regardless of income and provide a range of repayment options, including loan forgiveness benefits, which private educational loans are not required to provide. You can find more information here.

Scholarships

At this time, no merit scholarships are available to new students. The following scholarships are available to continuing MBA students:

• CBA Student Success Scholarship
• Bradford Family Graduate Student Scholarship
• College of Business Administration: Sacramento State Alumni Association Life Member Scholarship
• June Gersten Memorial Scholarship in Business
• Margo Murray Endowed Scholarship
• Thomas Matlock Excellence in Leadership & Networking Scholarship

Please check out the full list of scholarships available on the Sacramento State Scholarship Portal.

The MBA program does not provide graduate assistantships.

Employer Financial Support

As a working professional pursuing a graduate degree, having your employer’s support can make a significant difference. This backing often extends beyond monetary aid; employers may offer paid leave for school assignments and experiential learning, flexible or remote work schedules, or the opportunity to serve in real-world roles directly related to your studies.

Support levels can range from full tuition sponsorship to partial funding via a professional development budget to covering individual courses.

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If you're aiming to further your education while on the job, gaining employer support can streamline the process significantly. Such support often includes:

• Partial or full funding for your graduate education
• Paid time off to complete academic projects
• Remote work options for classes or campus visits
• Alternate work schedules to accommodate academic commitments
• On-the-job experiential learning opportunities

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Inquire with your employer today to determine if you are eligible for any financial support or tuition reimbursement to pursue your MBA at Sacramento State.

Employee Fee Waiver & Reduction Program

As a Sacramento State employee, you may be eligible for a fee waiver to pursue your MBA. Eligibility depends on your bargaining unit and other factors. For more information, connect with your bargaining unit or visit the Human Resources page to learn more about your eligibility.