Bachelor's in Business Administration Rankings

The Best Online Business Administration Degrees of 2026

Online Business Administration Degrees
52Online options analyzed
$7,250-$50,084In-state tuition range
59%Average graduation rate
$105,770Median salary (BLS)

The best online business administration degrees are the ones that deliver the same accredited credential as their on-campus counterparts without asking students to move for it. This ranking pulls every confirmed online option from the 168 business administration degrees we analyzed nationwide, 52 of them (about 31% of the field), and scores each on graduation rate, selectivity, in-state cost, and outcomes.

In-state tuition among the ranked online programs runs from $7,250 to $50,084 a year, and the top program, Auburn University, posts a 95.4 Hakia Score on an 82% graduation rate. National median pay in the field is $105,770 per BLS, the same benchmark whether a graduate earned the degree online or on campus.

Below, the full ranked table, then what actually matters when you compare online business administration degrees: accreditation, how "online" is defined, and where the cost really lands.

Key Takeaways on the Best Online Business Administration Degrees

  • 52 of the 168 business administration degrees analyzed offer a confirmed online option, about 31% of the field.
  • Auburn University tops the online ranking with a 95.4 Hakia Score, finishing 82% of its students.
  • In-state tuition across the ranked online programs spans $7,250 to $50,084 per year.
  • The ranked online programs graduate 59% of students on average.
  • Online here means a confirmed distance-education option in the federal data, not a marketing claim.
  • Field median pay is $105,770 (BLS); accreditation, not delivery format, is what protects that outcome.

We analyzed 168 accredited business administration degrees reported to IPEDS, then ranked the 25 best online options by Hakia Score. No school pays for inclusion.

The 25 Best Online Business Administration Degrees, Ranked for 2026

The 25 best online business administration degrees, ranked by Hakia Score
#ProgramTypeIn-state tuitionGrad rateAdmit rateHakia Score
1Auburn UniversityAuburn, AL · online optionPublic$11,01682%46%95.4
2Charter Oak State CollegeNew Britain, CT · online optionPublic$7,89667%NR88.6
3Sacred Heart UniversityFairfield, CT · online optionNonprofit$50,08473%65%88.4
4University of ArkansasFayetteville, AR · online optionPublic$7,89671%74%87.2
5Walden UniversityMinneapolis, MN · online optionFor-profit$10,542NRNR86.6
6Amridge UniversityMontgomery, AL · online optionNonprofit$9,480100%NR86.3
7Biola UniversityLa Mirada, CA · online optionNonprofit$48,98468%74%86.1
8Colorado Christian UniversityLakewood, CO · online optionNonprofit$27,63164%NR86.0
9Pacific Oaks CollegePasadena, CA · online optionNonprofit$32,040NR34%84.0
10Colorado State University-Fort CollinsFort Collins, CO · online optionPublic$10,61067%89%83.8
11Athens State UniversityAthens, AL · online optionPublic$7,680NRNR82.8
12John Brown UniversitySiloam Springs, AR · online optionNonprofit$30,37472%76%82.3
13Regis UniversityDenver, CO · online optionNonprofit$23,70061%86%80.5
14National UniversitySan Diego, CA · online optionNonprofit$13,28443%NR80.4
15Fresno Pacific UniversityFresno, CA · online optionNonprofit$35,99050%64%80.0
16Baptist University of FloridaGraceville, FL · online optionNonprofit$13,80052%36%79.2
17Ouachita Baptist UniversityArkadelphia, AR · online optionNonprofit$33,78061%68%79.0
18University of Alaska SoutheastJuneau, AK · online optionPublic$7,25028%63%76.6
19Lynn UniversityBoca Raton, FL · online optionNonprofit$42,73052%73%76.4
20University of Northern ColoradoGreeley, CO · online optionPublic$9,04751%86%76.1
21Spring Hill CollegeMobile, AL · online optionNonprofit$23,50452%77%75.7
22Jacksonville State UniversityJacksonville, AL · online optionPublic$10,44055%78%75.3
23University of Alaska FairbanksFairbanks, AK · online optionPublic$8,07238%NR75.0
24Hope International UniversityFullerton, CA · online optionNonprofit$36,75049%33%74.4
25Grand Canyon UniversityPhoenix, AZ · online optionFor-profit$16,47343%79%73.6

NR — not reported by the institution in the latest IPEDS collection.

Online Business Administration Degrees, Compared by Score

Each program scores 0 to 100 on the Hakia Score, a composite of graduation rate, cost, selectivity, and outcomes. Longer bars rank higher.

A Closer Look at the Top Online Business Administration Degrees

Auburn University

Auburn, AL · Public · online option

95.4Hakia Score
Grad rate
82%
Admit rate
46%
In-state
$11,016
Out-of-state
$33,048

Auburn University graduates 82% of its students, above the 59% average across this ranking, on a 95.4 Hakia Score.

  • Hakia Score 95.4, #1 of 25
  • 82% graduation rate
  • $11,016 in-state vs $33,048 out-of-state
  • Online option available

Auburn University is a public institution in Auburn, AL. Its Bachelor's in Business Administration program ranks #1 of the 25 analyzed here with a 95.4 Hakia Score, a composite of graduation rate, cost, selectivity, and graduate outcomes. That is the highest score in the ranking, well above the 81.6 group average. The program graduates 82% of its students, above the 59% average across the ranked schools. Auburn University admits 46% of applicants, more selective than the 67% average for the group. That is more open than the 33% rate at Hope International University, the most selective program on this list. Its completion rate lands among the strongest in a group where graduation runs from 28% to 100%.

On cost, Auburn University charges $11,016 a year in-state, roughly 3x the $33,048 out-of-state rate. Over four years that is about $44,064 in tuition for residents, against $132,192 for non-residents. That puts it mid-pack on price on this list, where annual in-state tuition runs from $7,250 at University of Alaska Southeast to $50,084 at Sacred Heart University. The spread makes the program a clearer value for AL residents than for out-of-state students. Graduates step into a field with a $105,770 national median salary reported by the BLS. For prospective students, the draw here is above-average completion paired with genuine selectivity.

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Charter Oak State College

New Britain, CT · Public · online option

88.6Hakia Score
Grad rate
67%
Admit rate
NR
In-state
$7,896
Out-of-state
$7,896

At $7,896 a year in-state, Charter Oak State College is among the more affordable bachelor's in business administration programs ranked here, holding an 88.6 Hakia Score on a 67% graduation rate.

  • Hakia Score 88.6, #2 of 25
  • 67% graduation rate
  • $7,896 tuition
  • Online option available

Based in New Britain, CT, Charter Oak State College is a public institution. Its Bachelor's in Business Administration program lands at #2 of the 25 ranked here, earning an 88.6 Hakia Score that weighs graduation rate, cost, selectivity, and outcomes. That sits above the 81.6 group average, in the top third of the 25 ranked programs, 6.8 points behind top-ranked Auburn University. The program graduates 67% of its students, above the 59% average across the ranked schools. Its completion rate lands in the middle of the pack in a group where graduation runs from 28% to 100%. It is one of the smaller campuses here, with 2,012 students. The degree is also offered online, which widens access for working students.

On cost, Charter Oak State College charges $7,896 a year in-state. Over four years that totals about $31,584 in tuition. That puts it among the most affordable on this list, where annual in-state tuition runs from $7,250 at University of Alaska Southeast to $50,084 at Sacred Heart University. Graduates step into a field with a $105,770 national median salary reported by the BLS. That median runs roughly 13x the program's annual in-state tuition. For prospective students, the draw here is low in-state cost paired with above-average completion.

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Sacred Heart University

Fairfield, CT · Nonprofit · online option

88.4Hakia Score
Grad rate
73%
Admit rate
65%
In-state
$50,084
Out-of-state
$50,084

Sacred Heart University graduates 73% of its students, above the 59% average across this ranking, on an 88.4 Hakia Score.

  • Hakia Score 88.4, #3 of 25
  • 73% graduation rate
  • $50,084 tuition
  • Online option available

Based in Fairfield, CT, Sacred Heart University is a private, nonprofit institution. Its Bachelor's in Business Administration program lands at #3 of the 25 ranked here, earning an 88.4 Hakia Score that weighs graduation rate, cost, selectivity, and outcomes. That sits above the 81.6 group average, in the top third of the 25 ranked programs, 7 points behind top-ranked Auburn University. The program graduates 73% of its students, above the 59% average across the ranked schools. Sacred Heart University admits 65% of applicants, more selective than the 67% average for the group. That is more open than the 33% rate at Hope International University, the most selective program on this list. Its completion rate lands in the middle of the pack in a group where graduation runs from 28% to 100%.

On cost, Sacred Heart University charges $50,084 a year in-state. Over four years that totals about $200,336 in tuition. That puts it at the higher end on this list, where annual in-state tuition runs from $7,250 at University of Alaska Southeast to $50,084 at Sacred Heart University. As a private institution, its tuition does not change with residency, unlike the public universities on this list. Graduates step into a field with a $105,770 national median salary reported by the BLS. For prospective students, the draw here is above-average completion paired with genuine selectivity.

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University of Arkansas

Fayetteville, AR · Public · online option

87.2Hakia Score
Grad rate
71%
Admit rate
74%
In-state
$7,896
Out-of-state
$27,758

At $7,896 a year in-state, University of Arkansas is among the more affordable bachelor's in business administration programs ranked here, holding an 87.2 Hakia Score on a 71% graduation rate.

  • Hakia Score 87.2, #4 of 25
  • 71% graduation rate
  • $7,896 in-state vs $27,758 out-of-state
  • Online option available

University of Arkansas is a public institution in Fayetteville, AR. Its Bachelor's in Business Administration program ranks #4 of the 25 analyzed here with an 87.2 Hakia Score, a composite of graduation rate, cost, selectivity, and graduate outcomes. That sits above the 81.6 group average, in the top third of the 25 ranked programs. The program graduates 71% of its students, above the 59% average across the ranked schools. University of Arkansas admits 74% of applicants, less selective than the 67% average for the group. That is more open than the 33% rate at Hope International University, the most selective program on this list. Its completion rate lands in the middle of the pack in a group where graduation runs from 28% to 100%.

On cost, University of Arkansas charges $7,896 a year in-state, roughly 4x the $27,758 out-of-state rate. Over four years that is about $31,584 in tuition for residents, against $111,032 for non-residents. That puts it among the most affordable on this list, where annual in-state tuition runs from $7,250 at University of Alaska Southeast to $50,084 at Sacred Heart University. Graduates step into a field with a $105,770 national median salary reported by the BLS. For prospective students, the draw here is low in-state cost paired with above-average completion.

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Walden University

Minneapolis, MN · For-profit · online option

86.6Hakia Score
Grad rate
NR
Admit rate
NR
In-state
$10,542
Out-of-state
$10,542

At $10,542 a year in-state, Walden University is among the more affordable bachelor's in business administration programs ranked here, holding an 86.6 Hakia Score.

  • Hakia Score 86.6, #5 of 25
  • $10,542 tuition
  • Online option available

Walden University is a private, for-profit institution in Minneapolis, MN. Its Bachelor's in Business Administration program ranks #5 of the 25 analyzed here with an 86.6 Hakia Score, a composite of graduation rate, cost, selectivity, and graduate outcomes. That sits above the 81.6 group average, in the top third of the 25 ranked programs. It is one of the larger campuses in the ranking, enrolling 49,441 students. The degree is also offered online, which widens access for working students.

On cost, Walden University charges $10,542 a year in-state. Over four years that totals about $42,168 in tuition. That puts it among the most affordable on this list, where annual in-state tuition runs from $7,250 at University of Alaska Southeast to $50,084 at Sacred Heart University. As a private institution, its tuition does not change with residency, unlike the public universities on this list. Graduates step into a field with a $105,770 national median salary reported by the BLS. That median runs roughly 10x the program's annual in-state tuition. For prospective students, the draw here is low in-state cost paired with an online option.

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Amridge University

Montgomery, AL · Nonprofit · online option

86.3Hakia Score
Grad rate
100%
Admit rate
NR
In-state
$9,480
Out-of-state
$9,480

At $9,480 a year in-state, Amridge University is among the more affordable bachelor's in business administration programs ranked here, holding an 86.3 Hakia Score on a 100% graduation rate.

  • Hakia Score 86.3, #6 of 25
  • 100% graduation rate
  • $9,480 tuition
  • Top graduation rate on this list

Amridge University is a private, nonprofit institution in Montgomery, AL. Its Bachelor's in Business Administration program ranks #6 of the 25 analyzed here with an 86.3 Hakia Score, a composite of graduation rate, cost, selectivity, and graduate outcomes. That sits above the 81.6 group average, in the top third of the 25 ranked programs. The program graduates 100% of its students, above the 59% average across the ranked schools. Its completion rate lands among the strongest in a group where graduation runs from 28% to 100%. It is one of the smaller campuses here, with 639 students. The degree is also offered online, which widens access for working students.

On cost, Amridge University charges $9,480 a year in-state. Over four years that totals about $37,920 in tuition. That puts it among the most affordable on this list, where annual in-state tuition runs from $7,250 at University of Alaska Southeast to $50,084 at Sacred Heart University. As a private institution, its tuition does not change with residency, unlike the public universities on this list. Graduates step into a field with a $105,770 national median salary reported by the BLS. That median runs roughly 11x the program's annual in-state tuition. For prospective students, the draw here is low in-state cost paired with above-average completion.

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Biola University

La Mirada, CA · Nonprofit · online option

86.1Hakia Score
Grad rate
68%
Admit rate
74%
In-state
$48,984
Out-of-state
$48,984

Biola University graduates 68% of its students, above the 59% average across this ranking, on an 86.1 Hakia Score.

  • Hakia Score 86.1, #7 of 25
  • 68% graduation rate
  • $48,984 tuition
  • Online option available

Biola University is a private, nonprofit institution in La Mirada, CA. Its Bachelor's in Business Administration program ranks #7 of the 25 analyzed here with an 86.1 Hakia Score, a composite of graduation rate, cost, selectivity, and graduate outcomes. That sits above the 81.6 group average, in the top third of the 25 ranked programs. The program graduates 68% of its students, above the 59% average across the ranked schools. Biola University admits 74% of applicants, less selective than the 67% average for the group. That is more open than the 33% rate at Hope International University, the most selective program on this list. Its completion rate lands in the middle of the pack in a group where graduation runs from 28% to 100%.

On cost, Biola University charges $48,984 a year in-state. Over four years that totals about $195,936 in tuition. That puts it at the higher end on this list, where annual in-state tuition runs from $7,250 at University of Alaska Southeast to $50,084 at Sacred Heart University. As a private institution, its tuition does not change with residency, unlike the public universities on this list. Graduates step into a field with a $105,770 national median salary reported by the BLS. For prospective students, the draw here is above-average completion paired with an online option.

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Colorado Christian University

Lakewood, CO · Nonprofit · online option

86.0Hakia Score
Grad rate
64%
Admit rate
NR
In-state
$27,631
Out-of-state
$27,631

Colorado Christian University graduates 64% of its students, above the 59% average across this ranking, on an 86.0 Hakia Score.

  • Hakia Score 86.0, #8 of 25
  • 64% graduation rate
  • $27,631 tuition
  • Online option available

Based in Lakewood, CO, Colorado Christian University is a private, nonprofit institution. Its Bachelor's in Business Administration program lands at #8 of the 25 ranked here, earning an 86.0 Hakia Score that weighs graduation rate, cost, selectivity, and outcomes. That sits above the 81.6 group average, in the top third of the 25 ranked programs. The program graduates 64% of its students, above the 59% average across the ranked schools. Its completion rate lands in the middle of the pack in a group where graduation runs from 28% to 100%. The university enrolls 9,951 students overall. The degree is also offered online, which widens access for working students.

On cost, Colorado Christian University charges $27,631 a year in-state. Over four years that totals about $110,524 in tuition. That puts it at the higher end on this list, where annual in-state tuition runs from $7,250 at University of Alaska Southeast to $50,084 at Sacred Heart University. As a private institution, its tuition does not change with residency, unlike the public universities on this list. Graduates step into a field with a $105,770 national median salary reported by the BLS. That median runs roughly 4x the program's annual in-state tuition. For prospective students, the draw here is above-average completion paired with an online option.

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Pacific Oaks College

Pasadena, CA · Nonprofit · online option

84.0Hakia Score
Grad rate
NR
Admit rate
34%
In-state
$32,040
Out-of-state
$32,040

Pacific Oaks College ranks #9 of the 25 bachelor's in business administration programs in this analysis, with an 84.0 Hakia Score.

  • Hakia Score 84.0, #9 of 25
  • $32,040 tuition
  • Online option available

Based in Pasadena, CA, Pacific Oaks College is a private, nonprofit institution. Its Bachelor's in Business Administration program lands at #9 of the 25 ranked here, earning an 84.0 Hakia Score that weighs graduation rate, cost, selectivity, and outcomes. That sits above the 81.6 group average, in the middle third of the 25 ranked programs. Pacific Oaks College admits 34% of applicants, more selective than the 67% average for the group. That is more open than the 33% rate at Hope International University, the most selective program on this list. It is one of the smaller campuses here, with 1,068 students. The degree is also offered online, which widens access for working students.

On cost, Pacific Oaks College charges $32,040 a year in-state. Over four years that totals about $128,160 in tuition. That puts it at the higher end on this list, where annual in-state tuition runs from $7,250 at University of Alaska Southeast to $50,084 at Sacred Heart University. As a private institution, its tuition does not change with residency, unlike the public universities on this list. Graduates step into a field with a $105,770 national median salary reported by the BLS. That median runs roughly 3x the program's annual in-state tuition. For prospective students, the draw here is genuine selectivity paired with an online option.

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Colorado State University-Fort Collins

Fort Collins, CO · Public · online option

83.8Hakia Score
Grad rate
67%
Admit rate
89%
In-state
$10,610
Out-of-state
$32,298

Colorado State University-Fort Collins graduates 67% of its students, above the 59% average across this ranking, on an 83.8 Hakia Score.

  • Hakia Score 83.8, #10 of 25
  • 67% graduation rate
  • $10,610 in-state vs $32,298 out-of-state
  • Online option available

Based in Fort Collins, CO, Colorado State University-Fort Collins is a public institution. Its Bachelor's in Business Administration program lands at #10 of the 25 ranked here, earning an 83.8 Hakia Score that weighs graduation rate, cost, selectivity, and outcomes. That sits above the 81.6 group average, in the middle third of the 25 ranked programs. The program graduates 67% of its students, above the 59% average across the ranked schools. Colorado State University-Fort Collins admits 89% of applicants, less selective than the 67% average for the group. That is more open than the 33% rate at Hope International University, the most selective program on this list. Its completion rate lands in the middle of the pack in a group where graduation runs from 28% to 100%.

On cost, Colorado State University-Fort Collins charges $10,610 a year in-state, roughly 3x the $32,298 out-of-state rate. Over four years that is about $42,440 in tuition for residents, against $129,192 for non-residents. That puts it mid-pack on price on this list, where annual in-state tuition runs from $7,250 at University of Alaska Southeast to $50,084 at Sacred Heart University. Graduates step into a field with a $105,770 national median salary reported by the BLS. For prospective students, the draw here is above-average completion paired with an online option.

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Athens State University

Athens, AL · Public · online option

82.8Hakia Score
Grad rate
NR
Admit rate
NR
In-state
$7,680
Out-of-state
$15,360

At $7,680 a year in-state, Athens State University is among the more affordable bachelor's in business administration programs ranked here, holding an 82.8 Hakia Score.

  • Hakia Score 82.8, #11 of 25
  • $7,680 in-state vs $15,360 out-of-state
  • Online option available

Based in Athens, AL, Athens State University is a public institution. Its Bachelor's in Business Administration program lands at #11 of the 25 ranked here, earning an 82.8 Hakia Score that weighs graduation rate, cost, selectivity, and outcomes. That sits above the 81.6 group average, in the middle third of the 25 ranked programs. It is one of the smaller campuses here, with 2,986 students. The degree is also offered online, which widens access for working students.

On cost, Athens State University charges $7,680 a year in-state, roughly 2.0x the $15,360 out-of-state rate. Over four years that is about $30,720 in tuition for residents, against $61,440 for non-residents. That puts it among the most affordable on this list, where annual in-state tuition runs from $7,250 at University of Alaska Southeast to $50,084 at Sacred Heart University. The spread makes the program a clearer value for AL residents than for out-of-state students. Graduates step into a field with a $105,770 national median salary reported by the BLS. That median runs roughly 14x the program's annual in-state tuition. For prospective students, the draw here is low in-state cost paired with an online option.

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John Brown University

Siloam Springs, AR · Nonprofit · online option

82.3Hakia Score
Grad rate
72%
Admit rate
76%
In-state
$30,374
Out-of-state
$30,374

John Brown University graduates 72% of its students, above the 59% average across this ranking, on an 82.3 Hakia Score.

  • Hakia Score 82.3, #12 of 25
  • 72% graduation rate
  • $30,374 tuition
  • Online option available

John Brown University is a private, nonprofit institution in Siloam Springs, AR. Its Bachelor's in Business Administration program ranks #12 of the 25 analyzed here with an 82.3 Hakia Score, a composite of graduation rate, cost, selectivity, and graduate outcomes. That sits above the 81.6 group average, in the middle third of the 25 ranked programs. The program graduates 72% of its students, above the 59% average across the ranked schools. John Brown University admits 76% of applicants, less selective than the 67% average for the group. That is more open than the 33% rate at Hope International University, the most selective program on this list. Its completion rate lands in the middle of the pack in a group where graduation runs from 28% to 100%.

On cost, John Brown University charges $30,374 a year in-state. Over four years that totals about $121,496 in tuition. That puts it at the higher end on this list, where annual in-state tuition runs from $7,250 at University of Alaska Southeast to $50,084 at Sacred Heart University. As a private institution, its tuition does not change with residency, unlike the public universities on this list. Graduates step into a field with a $105,770 national median salary reported by the BLS. For prospective students, the draw here is above-average completion paired with an online option.

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Regis University

Denver, CO · Nonprofit · online option

80.5Hakia Score
Grad rate
61%
Admit rate
86%
In-state
$23,700
Out-of-state
$23,700

Regis University graduates 61% of its students, above the 59% average across this ranking, on an 80.5 Hakia Score.

  • Hakia Score 80.5, #13 of 25
  • 61% graduation rate
  • $23,700 tuition
  • Online option available

Based in Denver, CO, Regis University is a private, nonprofit institution. Its Bachelor's in Business Administration program lands at #13 of the 25 ranked here, earning an 80.5 Hakia Score that weighs graduation rate, cost, selectivity, and outcomes. That sits below the 81.6 group average, in the middle third of the 25 ranked programs. The program graduates 61% of its students, above the 59% average across the ranked schools. Regis University admits 86% of applicants, less selective than the 67% average for the group. That is more open than the 33% rate at Hope International University, the most selective program on this list. Its completion rate lands in the middle of the pack in a group where graduation runs from 28% to 100%.

On cost, Regis University charges $23,700 a year in-state. Over four years that totals about $94,800 in tuition. That puts it mid-pack on price on this list, where annual in-state tuition runs from $7,250 at University of Alaska Southeast to $50,084 at Sacred Heart University. As a private institution, its tuition does not change with residency, unlike the public universities on this list. Graduates step into a field with a $105,770 national median salary reported by the BLS. For prospective students, the draw here is above-average completion paired with an online option.

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National University

San Diego, CA · Nonprofit · online option

80.4Hakia Score
Grad rate
43%
Admit rate
NR
In-state
$13,284
Out-of-state
$13,284

National University ranks #14 of the 25 bachelor's in business administration programs in this analysis, with an 80.4 Hakia Score and a 43% graduation rate.

  • Hakia Score 80.4, #14 of 25
  • 43% graduation rate
  • $13,284 tuition
  • Online option available

Based in San Diego, CA, National University is a private, nonprofit institution. Its Bachelor's in Business Administration program lands at #14 of the 25 ranked here, earning an 80.4 Hakia Score that weighs graduation rate, cost, selectivity, and outcomes. That sits below the 81.6 group average, in the middle third of the 25 ranked programs. The program graduates 43% of its students, below the 59% average across the ranked schools. Its completion rate lands toward the lower end in a group where graduation runs from 28% to 100%. It is one of the larger campuses in the ranking, enrolling 22,115 students. The degree is also offered online, which widens access for working students.

On cost, National University charges $13,284 a year in-state. Over four years that totals about $53,136 in tuition. That puts it mid-pack on price on this list, where annual in-state tuition runs from $7,250 at University of Alaska Southeast to $50,084 at Sacred Heart University. As a private institution, its tuition does not change with residency, unlike the public universities on this list. Graduates step into a field with a $105,770 national median salary reported by the BLS. That median runs roughly 8x the program's annual in-state tuition. For prospective students, the main draw here is its an online option.

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Fresno Pacific University

Fresno, CA · Nonprofit · online option

80.0Hakia Score
Grad rate
50%
Admit rate
64%
In-state
$35,990
Out-of-state
$35,990

Fresno Pacific University ranks #15 of the 25 bachelor's in business administration programs in this analysis, with an 80.0 Hakia Score and a 50% graduation rate.

  • Hakia Score 80.0, #15 of 25
  • 50% graduation rate
  • $35,990 tuition
  • Online option available

Based in Fresno, CA, Fresno Pacific University is a private, nonprofit institution. Its Bachelor's in Business Administration program lands at #15 of the 25 ranked here, earning an 80.0 Hakia Score that weighs graduation rate, cost, selectivity, and outcomes. That sits below the 81.6 group average, in the middle third of the 25 ranked programs. The program graduates 50% of its students, below the 59% average across the ranked schools. Fresno Pacific University admits 64% of applicants, more selective than the 67% average for the group. That is more open than the 33% rate at Hope International University, the most selective program on this list. Its completion rate lands toward the lower end in a group where graduation runs from 28% to 100%.

On cost, Fresno Pacific University charges $35,990 a year in-state. Over four years that totals about $143,960 in tuition. That puts it at the higher end on this list, where annual in-state tuition runs from $7,250 at University of Alaska Southeast to $50,084 at Sacred Heart University. As a private institution, its tuition does not change with residency, unlike the public universities on this list. Graduates step into a field with a $105,770 national median salary reported by the BLS. For prospective students, the draw here is genuine selectivity paired with an online option.

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Baptist University of Florida

Graceville, FL · Nonprofit · online option

79.2Hakia Score
Grad rate
52%
Admit rate
36%
In-state
$13,800
Out-of-state
$13,800

Baptist University of Florida ranks #16 of the 25 bachelor's in business administration programs in this analysis, with a 79.2 Hakia Score and a 52% graduation rate.

  • Hakia Score 79.2, #16 of 25
  • 52% graduation rate
  • $13,800 tuition
  • Online option available

Baptist University of Florida is a private, nonprofit institution in Graceville, FL. Its Bachelor's in Business Administration program ranks #16 of the 25 analyzed here with a 79.2 Hakia Score, a composite of graduation rate, cost, selectivity, and graduate outcomes. That sits below the 81.6 group average, in the middle third of the 25 ranked programs. The program graduates 52% of its students, below the 59% average across the ranked schools. Baptist University of Florida admits 36% of applicants, more selective than the 67% average for the group. That is more open than the 33% rate at Hope International University, the most selective program on this list. Its completion rate lands toward the lower end in a group where graduation runs from 28% to 100%.

On cost, Baptist University of Florida charges $13,800 a year in-state. Over four years that totals about $55,200 in tuition. That puts it mid-pack on price on this list, where annual in-state tuition runs from $7,250 at University of Alaska Southeast to $50,084 at Sacred Heart University. As a private institution, its tuition does not change with residency, unlike the public universities on this list. Graduates step into a field with a $105,770 national median salary reported by the BLS. For prospective students, the draw here is genuine selectivity paired with an online option.

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Ouachita Baptist University

Arkadelphia, AR · Nonprofit · online option

79.0Hakia Score
Grad rate
61%
Admit rate
68%
In-state
$33,780
Out-of-state
$33,780

Ouachita Baptist University graduates 61% of its students, above the 59% average across this ranking, on a 79.0 Hakia Score.

  • Hakia Score 79.0, #17 of 25
  • 61% graduation rate
  • $33,780 tuition
  • Online option available

Ouachita Baptist University is a private, nonprofit institution in Arkadelphia, AR. Its Bachelor's in Business Administration program ranks #17 of the 25 analyzed here with a 79.0 Hakia Score, a composite of graduation rate, cost, selectivity, and graduate outcomes. That sits below the 81.6 group average, in the lower third of the 25 ranked programs. The program graduates 61% of its students, above the 59% average across the ranked schools. Ouachita Baptist University admits 68% of applicants, less selective than the 67% average for the group. That is more open than the 33% rate at Hope International University, the most selective program on this list. Its completion rate lands in the middle of the pack in a group where graduation runs from 28% to 100%.

On cost, Ouachita Baptist University charges $33,780 a year in-state. Over four years that totals about $135,120 in tuition. That puts it at the higher end on this list, where annual in-state tuition runs from $7,250 at University of Alaska Southeast to $50,084 at Sacred Heart University. As a private institution, its tuition does not change with residency, unlike the public universities on this list. Graduates step into a field with a $105,770 national median salary reported by the BLS. For prospective students, the draw here is above-average completion paired with an online option.

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University of Alaska Southeast

Juneau, AK · Public · online option

76.6Hakia Score
Grad rate
28%
Admit rate
63%
In-state
$7,250
Out-of-state
$23,154

At $7,250 a year in-state, University of Alaska Southeast is among the more affordable bachelor's in business administration programs ranked here, holding a 76.6 Hakia Score on a 28% graduation rate.

  • Hakia Score 76.6, #18 of 25
  • 28% graduation rate
  • $7,250 in-state vs $23,154 out-of-state
  • Lowest in-state tuition here

Based in Juneau, AK, University of Alaska Southeast is a public institution. Its Bachelor's in Business Administration program lands at #18 of the 25 ranked here, earning a 76.6 Hakia Score that weighs graduation rate, cost, selectivity, and outcomes. That sits below the 81.6 group average, in the lower third of the 25 ranked programs. The program graduates 28% of its students, below the 59% average across the ranked schools. University of Alaska Southeast admits 63% of applicants, more selective than the 67% average for the group. That is more open than the 33% rate at Hope International University, the most selective program on this list. Its completion rate lands toward the lower end in a group where graduation runs from 28% to 100%.

On cost, University of Alaska Southeast charges $7,250 a year in-state, roughly 3x the $23,154 out-of-state rate. Over four years that is about $29,000 in tuition for residents, against $92,616 for non-residents. That puts it among the most affordable on this list, where annual in-state tuition runs from $7,250 at University of Alaska Southeast to $50,084 at Sacred Heart University. Graduates step into a field with a $105,770 national median salary reported by the BLS. For prospective students, the draw here is low in-state cost paired with genuine selectivity.

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Lynn University

Boca Raton, FL · Nonprofit · online option

76.4Hakia Score
Grad rate
52%
Admit rate
73%
In-state
$42,730
Out-of-state
$42,730

Lynn University ranks #19 of the 25 bachelor's in business administration programs in this analysis, with a 76.4 Hakia Score and a 52% graduation rate.

  • Hakia Score 76.4, #19 of 25
  • 52% graduation rate
  • $42,730 tuition
  • Online option available

Lynn University is a private, nonprofit institution in Boca Raton, FL. Its Bachelor's in Business Administration program ranks #19 of the 25 analyzed here with a 76.4 Hakia Score, a composite of graduation rate, cost, selectivity, and graduate outcomes. That sits below the 81.6 group average, in the lower third of the 25 ranked programs. The program graduates 52% of its students, below the 59% average across the ranked schools. Lynn University admits 73% of applicants, less selective than the 67% average for the group. That is more open than the 33% rate at Hope International University, the most selective program on this list. Its completion rate lands toward the lower end in a group where graduation runs from 28% to 100%.

On cost, Lynn University charges $42,730 a year in-state. Over four years that totals about $170,920 in tuition. That puts it at the higher end on this list, where annual in-state tuition runs from $7,250 at University of Alaska Southeast to $50,084 at Sacred Heart University. As a private institution, its tuition does not change with residency, unlike the public universities on this list. Graduates step into a field with a $105,770 national median salary reported by the BLS. For prospective students, the main draw here is its an online option.

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University of Northern Colorado

Greeley, CO · Public · online option

76.1Hakia Score
Grad rate
51%
Admit rate
86%
In-state
$9,047
Out-of-state
$24,125

At $9,047 a year in-state, University of Northern Colorado is among the more affordable bachelor's in business administration programs ranked here, holding a 76.1 Hakia Score on a 51% graduation rate.

  • Hakia Score 76.1, #20 of 25
  • 51% graduation rate
  • $9,047 in-state vs $24,125 out-of-state
  • Online option available

Based in Greeley, CO, University of Northern Colorado is a public institution. Its Bachelor's in Business Administration program lands at #20 of the 25 ranked here, earning a 76.1 Hakia Score that weighs graduation rate, cost, selectivity, and outcomes. That sits below the 81.6 group average, in the lower third of the 25 ranked programs. The program graduates 51% of its students, below the 59% average across the ranked schools. University of Northern Colorado admits 86% of applicants, less selective than the 67% average for the group. That is more open than the 33% rate at Hope International University, the most selective program on this list. Its completion rate lands toward the lower end in a group where graduation runs from 28% to 100%.

On cost, University of Northern Colorado charges $9,047 a year in-state, roughly 2.7x the $24,125 out-of-state rate. Over four years that is about $36,188 in tuition for residents, against $96,500 for non-residents. That puts it among the most affordable on this list, where annual in-state tuition runs from $7,250 at University of Alaska Southeast to $50,084 at Sacred Heart University. Graduates step into a field with a $105,770 national median salary reported by the BLS. For prospective students, the draw here is low in-state cost paired with an online option.

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Spring Hill College

Mobile, AL · Nonprofit · online option

75.7Hakia Score
Grad rate
52%
Admit rate
77%
In-state
$23,504
Out-of-state
$23,504

Spring Hill College ranks #21 of the 25 bachelor's in business administration programs in this analysis, with a 75.7 Hakia Score and a 52% graduation rate.

  • Hakia Score 75.7, #21 of 25
  • 52% graduation rate
  • $23,504 tuition
  • Online option available

Spring Hill College is a private, nonprofit institution in Mobile, AL. Its Bachelor's in Business Administration program ranks #21 of the 25 analyzed here with a 75.7 Hakia Score, a composite of graduation rate, cost, selectivity, and graduate outcomes. That sits below the 81.6 group average, in the lower third of the 25 ranked programs. The program graduates 52% of its students, below the 59% average across the ranked schools. Spring Hill College admits 77% of applicants, less selective than the 67% average for the group. That is more open than the 33% rate at Hope International University, the most selective program on this list. Its completion rate lands toward the lower end in a group where graduation runs from 28% to 100%.

On cost, Spring Hill College charges $23,504 a year in-state. Over four years that totals about $94,016 in tuition. That puts it mid-pack on price on this list, where annual in-state tuition runs from $7,250 at University of Alaska Southeast to $50,084 at Sacred Heart University. As a private institution, its tuition does not change with residency, unlike the public universities on this list. Graduates step into a field with a $105,770 national median salary reported by the BLS. For prospective students, the main draw here is its an online option.

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Jacksonville State University

Jacksonville, AL · Public · online option

75.3Hakia Score
Grad rate
55%
Admit rate
78%
In-state
$10,440
Out-of-state
$20,880

At $10,440 a year in-state, Jacksonville State University is among the more affordable bachelor's in business administration programs ranked here, holding a 75.3 Hakia Score on a 55% graduation rate.

  • Hakia Score 75.3, #22 of 25
  • 55% graduation rate
  • $10,440 in-state vs $20,880 out-of-state
  • Online option available

Based in Jacksonville, AL, Jacksonville State University is a public institution. Its Bachelor's in Business Administration program lands at #22 of the 25 ranked here, earning a 75.3 Hakia Score that weighs graduation rate, cost, selectivity, and outcomes. That sits below the 81.6 group average, in the lower third of the 25 ranked programs. The program graduates 55% of its students, below the 59% average across the ranked schools. Jacksonville State University admits 78% of applicants, less selective than the 67% average for the group. That is more open than the 33% rate at Hope International University, the most selective program on this list. Its completion rate lands in the middle of the pack in a group where graduation runs from 28% to 100%.

On cost, Jacksonville State University charges $10,440 a year in-state, roughly 2.0x the $20,880 out-of-state rate. Over four years that is about $41,760 in tuition for residents, against $83,520 for non-residents. That puts it among the most affordable on this list, where annual in-state tuition runs from $7,250 at University of Alaska Southeast to $50,084 at Sacred Heart University. Graduates step into a field with a $105,770 national median salary reported by the BLS. For prospective students, the draw here is low in-state cost paired with an online option.

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University of Alaska Fairbanks

Fairbanks, AK · Public · online option

75.0Hakia Score
Grad rate
38%
Admit rate
NR
In-state
$8,072
Out-of-state
$23,881

At $8,072 a year in-state, University of Alaska Fairbanks is among the more affordable bachelor's in business administration programs ranked here, holding a 75.0 Hakia Score on a 38% graduation rate.

  • Hakia Score 75.0, #23 of 25
  • 38% graduation rate
  • $8,072 in-state vs $23,881 out-of-state
  • Online option available

University of Alaska Fairbanks is a public institution in Fairbanks, AK. Its Bachelor's in Business Administration program ranks #23 of the 25 analyzed here with a 75.0 Hakia Score, a composite of graduation rate, cost, selectivity, and graduate outcomes. That sits below the 81.6 group average, in the lower third of the 25 ranked programs. The program graduates 38% of its students, below the 59% average across the ranked schools. Its completion rate lands toward the lower end in a group where graduation runs from 28% to 100%. The university enrolls 6,893 students overall.

On cost, University of Alaska Fairbanks charges $8,072 a year in-state, roughly 3.0x the $23,881 out-of-state rate. Over four years that is about $32,288 in tuition for residents, against $95,524 for non-residents. That puts it among the most affordable on this list, where annual in-state tuition runs from $7,250 at University of Alaska Southeast to $50,084 at Sacred Heart University. The spread makes the program a clearer value for AK residents than for out-of-state students. Graduates step into a field with a $105,770 national median salary reported by the BLS. For prospective students, the draw here is low in-state cost paired with an online option.

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Hope International University

Fullerton, CA · Nonprofit · online option

74.4Hakia Score
Grad rate
49%
Admit rate
33%
In-state
$36,750
Out-of-state
$36,750

Hope International University ranks #24 of the 25 bachelor's in business administration programs in this analysis, with a 74.4 Hakia Score and a 49% graduation rate.

  • Hakia Score 74.4, #24 of 25
  • 49% graduation rate
  • $36,750 tuition
  • Most selective program here

Based in Fullerton, CA, Hope International University is a private, nonprofit institution. Its Bachelor's in Business Administration program lands at #24 of the 25 ranked here, earning a 74.4 Hakia Score that weighs graduation rate, cost, selectivity, and outcomes. That sits below the 81.6 group average, in the lower third of the 25 ranked programs. The program graduates 49% of its students, below the 59% average across the ranked schools. Hope International University admits 33% of applicants, more selective than the 67% average for the group. Its completion rate lands toward the lower end in a group where graduation runs from 28% to 100%. It is one of the smaller campuses here, with 1,025 students.

On cost, Hope International University charges $36,750 a year in-state. Over four years that totals about $147,000 in tuition. That puts it at the higher end on this list, where annual in-state tuition runs from $7,250 at University of Alaska Southeast to $50,084 at Sacred Heart University. As a private institution, its tuition does not change with residency, unlike the public universities on this list. Graduates step into a field with a $105,770 national median salary reported by the BLS. For prospective students, the draw here is genuine selectivity paired with an online option.

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Grand Canyon University

Phoenix, AZ · For-profit · online option

73.6Hakia Score
Grad rate
43%
Admit rate
79%
In-state
$16,473
Out-of-state
$16,473

Grand Canyon University ranks #25 of the 25 bachelor's in business administration programs in this analysis, with a 73.6 Hakia Score and a 43% graduation rate.

  • Hakia Score 73.6, #25 of 25
  • 43% graduation rate
  • $16,473 tuition
  • Largest campus in this ranking

Based in Phoenix, AZ, Grand Canyon University is a private, for-profit institution. Its Bachelor's in Business Administration program lands at #25 of the 25 ranked here, earning a 73.6 Hakia Score that weighs graduation rate, cost, selectivity, and outcomes. That sits below the 81.6 group average, in the lower third of the 25 ranked programs. The program graduates 43% of its students, below the 59% average across the ranked schools. Grand Canyon University admits 79% of applicants, less selective than the 67% average for the group. That is more open than the 33% rate at Hope International University, the most selective program on this list. Its completion rate lands toward the lower end in a group where graduation runs from 28% to 100%.

On cost, Grand Canyon University charges $16,473 a year in-state. Over four years that totals about $65,892 in tuition. That puts it mid-pack on price on this list, where annual in-state tuition runs from $7,250 at University of Alaska Southeast to $50,084 at Sacred Heart University. As a private institution, its tuition does not change with residency, unlike the public universities on this list. Graduates step into a field with a $105,770 national median salary reported by the BLS. For prospective students, the main draw here is its an online option.

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What Makes an Online Bachelor's Worth It

For an online business degree, institutional accreditation is the line between a credential employers and licensing boards recognize and one they don't. Every program ranked here is accredited and reports to IPEDS; the score never rewards an unaccredited school for being cheap or convenient. Programmatic accreditation matters too where the field has it, so look for it before enrolling, not after.

How "Online" Actually Works

"Online" covers a lot of ground: fully asynchronous, live-scheduled, or hybrid with a few required residencies. The federal "distance education" flag we filter on confirms a real online pathway exists, but it does not tell you the format. Before committing, confirm whether courses are self-paced, whether any on-campus intensives are required, and whether the online section carries the same tuition as the on-campus one, which is sometimes billed as a flat per-credit rate that ignores residency.

What an Online Business Administration Costs

In-state tuition among the ranked online programs runs from $7,250 to $50,084 a year. Online students often pay a single per-credit rate regardless of where they live, which erases the in-state discount that makes a nearby public so cheap, so the lowest sticker price here is not automatically the lowest cost for you. Weigh total credits, fees, and whether your state's public charges online students the resident rate.

Best Bachelor's in Business Administration Programs by State

Prefer a state-by-state view? We rank Business Administration Degrees in 24 states, each grounded in that state's real, accredited programs.

Common Questions About Online Business Administration Degrees

Is an online business degree respected by employers?

Yes, when the school is accredited. A regionally accredited online business degree lists the same on your diploma and transcript as the on-campus version, and most schools do not note "online" at all. Every program ranked here is accredited and reporting to the federal IPEDS system.

How many business administration degrees are offered online?

52 of the 168 accredited business administration degrees we analyzed offer a confirmed online option, roughly 31% of the field.

What is the cheapest online option here?

In-state tuition among the ranked online programs starts at $7,250 a year. See our most affordable business administration degrees ranking for the full low-cost list.

Does online cost less than on campus?

Not always. Online programs frequently charge a flat per-credit rate, which can beat out-of-state tuition but lose to a local public's in-state rate. Compare the total, including fees, not the headline number.

Our Methodology for Ranking Online Business Administration Degrees

Every program earns a Hakia Score from 0 to 100, built only from federal data (IPEDS, the U.S. Department of Education, and BLS) and scored against its true peers: programs in the same field at the same degree level. No reputation surveys, no pay-to-play. Here is how the score is weighted:

  • Outcomes44%

    Graduation rate (26%) and real per-school graduate earnings (18%). Does the program get students to the finish line, and where do they land?

  • Selectivity & academics38%

    Admissions selectivity (24%) and the academic profile of admitted students (14%).

  • Scale & value18%

    Enrollment (7%), cost-to-earnings value (6%), and the number of graduates a program produces (5%).

Weights renormalize over the data each program actually reports, so a school missing a metric (many open-access colleges do not publish entrance scores or earnings) is never penalized for it. Scores are percentiles within the peer group, curved to a 0-to-100 scale. What the score does not measure: individual instructor quality, specific course content, or campus culture. Verify those directly with the program.

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