The Best Online Finance Programs of 2026

George Washington University is a private, nonprofit institution in Washington, DC. Its Bachelor's in Finance program ranks #4 of the 25 analyzed here with a 94.2 Hakia Score, a composite of graduation rate, cost, selectivity, and graduate outcomes. That sits above the 83.4 group average, in the top third of the 25 ranked programs, 2.8 points behind top-ranked University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. The program graduates 84% of its students, above the 72% average across the ranked schools. George Washington University admits 47% of applicants, more selective than the 63% average for the group. That is more open than the 12% rate at Washington University in St Louis, the most selective program on this list. Its completion rate lands among the strongest in a group where graduation runs from 51% to 95%.

On cost, George Washington University charges $67,420 a year in-state. Over four years that totals about $269,680 in tuition. That puts it at the higher end on this list, where annual in-state tuition runs from $4,452 at East Carolina University to $67,896 at Georgetown 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 $100,910 national median salary reported by the BLS. For prospective students, the draw here is above-average completion paired with genuine selectivity.

Bentley University is a private, nonprofit institution in Waltham, MA. Its Bachelor's in Finance program ranks #5 of the 25 analyzed here with a 93.4 Hakia Score, a composite of graduation rate, cost, selectivity, and graduate outcomes. That sits above the 83.4 group average, in the top third of the 25 ranked programs, 3.6 points behind top-ranked University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. The program graduates 87% of its students, above the 72% average across the ranked schools. Bentley University admits 45% of applicants, more selective than the 63% average for the group. That is more open than the 12% rate at Washington University in St Louis, the most selective program on this list. Its completion rate lands among the strongest in a group where graduation runs from 51% to 95%.

On cost, Bentley University charges $61,000 a year in-state. Over four years that totals about $244,000 in tuition. That puts it at the higher end on this list, where annual in-state tuition runs from $4,452 at East Carolina University to $67,896 at Georgetown 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 $100,910 national median salary reported by the BLS. For prospective students, the draw here is above-average completion paired with genuine selectivity.

Auburn University is a public institution in Auburn, AL. Its Bachelor's in Finance program ranks #6 of the 25 analyzed here with a 93.0 Hakia Score, a composite of graduation rate, cost, selectivity, and graduate outcomes. That sits above the 83.4 group average, in the top third of the 25 ranked programs, 4 points behind top-ranked University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. The program graduates 82% of its students, above the 72% average across the ranked schools. Auburn University admits 46% of applicants, more selective than the 63% average for the group. That is more open than the 12% rate at Washington University in St Louis, the most selective program on this list. Its completion rate lands among the strongest in a group where graduation runs from 51% to 95%.

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 among the most affordable on this list, where annual in-state tuition runs from $4,452 at East Carolina University to $67,896 at Georgetown University. Graduates step into a field with a $100,910 national median salary reported by the BLS. For prospective students, the draw here is low in-state cost paired with above-average completion.

Based in Baton Rouge, LA, Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College is a public institution. Its Bachelor's in Finance program lands at #7 of the 25 ranked here, earning an 88.1 Hakia Score that weighs graduation rate, cost, selectivity, and outcomes. That sits above the 83.4 group average, in the top third of the 25 ranked programs. The program graduates 69% of its students, below the 72% average across the ranked schools. Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College admits 73% of applicants, less selective than the 63% average for the group. That is more open than the 12% rate at Washington University in St Louis, the most selective program on this list.

On cost, Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College charges $8,038 a year in-state. Over four years that totals about $32,152 in tuition. That puts it among the most affordable on this list, where annual in-state tuition runs from $4,452 at East Carolina University to $67,896 at Georgetown University. Graduates step into a field with a $100,910 national median salary reported by the BLS. For prospective students, the draw here is low in-state cost paired with an online option.

Howard University is a private, nonprofit institution in Washington, DC. Its Bachelor's in Finance program ranks #8 of the 25 analyzed here with an 86.4 Hakia Score, a composite of graduation rate, cost, selectivity, and graduate outcomes. That sits above the 83.4 group average, in the top third of the 25 ranked programs. The program graduates 70% of its students, below the 72% average across the ranked schools. Howard University admits 41% of applicants, more selective than the 63% average for the group. That is more open than the 12% rate at Washington University in St Louis, the most selective program on this list. Its completion rate lands in the middle of the pack in a group where graduation runs from 51% to 95%.

On cost, Howard University charges $35,344 a year in-state. Over four years that totals about $141,376 in tuition. That puts it at the higher end on this list, where annual in-state tuition runs from $4,452 at East Carolina University to $67,896 at Georgetown 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 $100,910 national median salary reported by the BLS. For prospective students, the draw here is genuine selectivity paired with an online option.

Florida International University is a public institution in Miami, FL. Its Bachelor's in Finance program ranks #9 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 83.4 group average, in the middle third of the 25 ranked programs. The program graduates 74% of its students, above the 72% average across the ranked schools. Florida International University admits 55% of applicants, more selective than the 63% average for the group. That is more open than the 12% rate at Washington University in St Louis, the most selective program on this list. Its completion rate lands in the middle of the pack in a group where graduation runs from 51% to 95%.

On cost, Florida International University charges $4,721 a year in-state, roughly 4x the $16,529 out-of-state rate. Over four years that is about $18,884 in tuition for residents, against $66,116 for non-residents. That puts it among the most affordable on this list, where annual in-state tuition runs from $4,452 at East Carolina University to $67,896 at Georgetown University. Graduates step into a field with a $100,910 national median salary reported by the BLS. For prospective students, the draw here is low in-state cost paired with above-average completion.

University of Arkansas is a public institution in Fayetteville, AR. Its Bachelor's in Finance program ranks #10 of the 25 analyzed here with an 84.9 Hakia Score, a composite of graduation rate, cost, selectivity, and graduate outcomes. That sits above the 83.4 group average, in the middle third of the 25 ranked programs. The program graduates 71% of its students, below the 72% average across the ranked schools. University of Arkansas admits 74% of applicants, less selective than the 63% average for the group. That is more open than the 12% rate at Washington University in St Louis, the most selective program on this list. Its completion rate lands in the middle of the pack in a group where graduation runs from 51% to 95%.

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 $4,452 at East Carolina University to $67,896 at Georgetown University. Graduates step into a field with a $100,910 national median salary reported by the BLS. For prospective students, the draw here is low in-state cost paired with an online option.

University of Iowa is a public institution in Iowa City, IA. Its Bachelor's in Finance program ranks #11 of the 25 analyzed here with an 84.8 Hakia Score, a composite of graduation rate, cost, selectivity, and graduate outcomes. That sits above the 83.4 group average, in the middle third of the 25 ranked programs. The program graduates 75% of its students, above the 72% average across the ranked schools. University of Iowa admits 84% of applicants, less selective than the 63% average for the group. That is more open than the 12% rate at Washington University in St Louis, the most selective program on this list. Its completion rate lands in the middle of the pack in a group where graduation runs from 51% to 95%.

On cost, University of Iowa charges $9,286 a year in-state, roughly 3x the $31,374 out-of-state rate. Over four years that is about $37,144 in tuition for residents, against $125,496 for non-residents. That puts it among the most affordable on this list, where annual in-state tuition runs from $4,452 at East Carolina University to $67,896 at Georgetown University. Graduates step into a field with a $100,910 national median salary reported by the BLS. For prospective students, the draw here is low in-state cost paired with above-average completion.

Based in Cincinnati, OH, University of Cincinnati-Main Campus is a public institution. Its Bachelor's in Finance program lands at #12 of the 25 ranked here, earning an 84.0 Hakia Score that weighs graduation rate, cost, selectivity, and outcomes. That sits above the 83.4 group average, in the middle third of the 25 ranked programs. The program graduates 75% of its students, above the 72% average across the ranked schools. University of Cincinnati-Main Campus admits 85% of applicants, less selective than the 63% average for the group. That is more open than the 12% rate at Washington University in St Louis, the most selective program on this list. Its completion rate lands in the middle of the pack in a group where graduation runs from 51% to 95%.

On cost, University of Cincinnati-Main Campus charges $11,685 a year in-state, roughly 2.3x the $27,019 out-of-state rate. Over four years that is about $46,740 in tuition for residents, against $108,076 for non-residents. That puts it mid-pack on price on this list, where annual in-state tuition runs from $4,452 at East Carolina University to $67,896 at Georgetown University. Graduates step into a field with a $100,910 national median salary reported by the BLS. For prospective students, the draw here is above-average completion paired with an online option.

Based in North Andover, MA, Merrimack College is a private, nonprofit institution. Its Bachelor's in Finance program lands at #13 of the 25 ranked here, earning an 82.0 Hakia Score that weighs graduation rate, cost, selectivity, and outcomes. That sits below the 83.4 group average, in the middle third of the 25 ranked programs. The program graduates 70% of its students, below the 72% average across the ranked schools. Merrimack College admits 70% of applicants, less selective than the 63% average for the group. That is more open than the 12% rate at Washington University in St Louis, the most selective program on this list. Its completion rate lands in the middle of the pack in a group where graduation runs from 51% to 95%.

On cost, Merrimack College charges $49,352 a year in-state. Over four years that totals about $197,408 in tuition. That puts it at the higher end on this list, where annual in-state tuition runs from $4,452 at East Carolina University to $67,896 at Georgetown 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 $100,910 national median salary reported by the BLS. For prospective students, the main draw here is its an online option.

University of Michigan-Dearborn is a public institution in Dearborn, MI. Its Bachelor's in Finance program ranks #14 of the 25 analyzed here with an 80.7 Hakia Score, a composite of graduation rate, cost, selectivity, and graduate outcomes. That sits below the 83.4 group average, in the middle third of the 25 ranked programs. The program graduates 58% of its students, below the 72% average across the ranked schools. University of Michigan-Dearborn admits 56% of applicants, more selective than the 63% average for the group. That is more open than the 12% rate at Washington University in St Louis, the most selective program on this list. Its completion rate lands toward the lower end in a group where graduation runs from 51% to 95%.

On cost, University of Michigan-Dearborn charges $15,240 a year in-state, roughly 2.1x the $32,496 out-of-state rate. Over four years that is about $60,960 in tuition for residents, against $129,984 for non-residents. That puts it mid-pack on price on this list, where annual in-state tuition runs from $4,452 at East Carolina University to $67,896 at Georgetown University. Graduates step into a field with a $100,910 national median salary reported by the BLS. For prospective students, the draw here is genuine selectivity paired with an online option.

Based in Bismarck, ND, University of Mary is a private, nonprofit institution. Its Bachelor's in Finance program lands at #15 of the 25 ranked here, earning a 79.6 Hakia Score that weighs graduation rate, cost, selectivity, and outcomes. That sits below the 83.4 group average, in the middle third of the 25 ranked programs. The program graduates 67% of its students, below the 72% average across the ranked schools. University of Mary admits 75% of applicants, less selective than the 63% average for the group. That is more open than the 12% rate at Washington University in St Louis, the most selective program on this list. Its completion rate lands in the middle of the pack in a group where graduation runs from 51% to 95%.

On cost, University of Mary charges $19,940 a year in-state. Over four years that totals about $79,760 in tuition. That puts it mid-pack on price on this list, where annual in-state tuition runs from $4,452 at East Carolina University to $67,896 at Georgetown 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 $100,910 national median salary reported by the BLS. For prospective students, the main draw here is its an online option.

Based in Lincoln, NE, University of Nebraska-Lincoln is a public institution. Its Bachelor's in Finance program lands at #16 of the 25 ranked here, earning a 79.1 Hakia Score that weighs graduation rate, cost, selectivity, and outcomes. That sits below the 83.4 group average, in the middle third of the 25 ranked programs. The program graduates 67% of its students, below the 72% average across the ranked schools. University of Nebraska-Lincoln admits 87% of applicants, less selective than the 63% average for the group. That is more open than the 12% rate at Washington University in St Louis, the most selective program on this list. Its completion rate lands in the middle of the pack in a group where graduation runs from 51% to 95%.

On cost, University of Nebraska-Lincoln charges $8,250 a year in-state, roughly 3x the $26,400 out-of-state rate. Over four years that is about $33,000 in tuition for residents, against $105,600 for non-residents. That puts it among the most affordable on this list, where annual in-state tuition runs from $4,452 at East Carolina University to $67,896 at Georgetown University. Graduates step into a field with a $100,910 national median salary reported by the BLS. For prospective students, the draw here is low in-state cost paired with an online option.

Dickinson State University is a public institution in Dickinson, ND. Its Bachelor's in Finance program ranks #17 of the 25 analyzed here with a 76.8 Hakia Score, a composite of graduation rate, cost, selectivity, and graduate outcomes. That sits below the 83.4 group average, in the lower third of the 25 ranked programs. The program graduates 51% of its students, below the 72% average across the ranked schools. Dickinson State University admits 37% of applicants, more selective than the 63% average for the group. That is more open than the 12% rate at Washington University in St Louis, the most selective program on this list. Its completion rate lands toward the lower end in a group where graduation runs from 51% to 95%. It is one of the smaller campuses here, with 1,410 students.

On cost, Dickinson State University charges $7,470 a year in-state. Over four years that totals about $29,880 in tuition. That puts it among the most affordable on this list, where annual in-state tuition runs from $4,452 at East Carolina University to $67,896 at Georgetown University. Graduates step into a field with a $100,910 national median salary reported by the BLS. For prospective students, the draw here is low in-state cost paired with genuine selectivity.

Based in Greenville, NC, East Carolina University is a public institution. Its Bachelor's in Finance program lands at #18 of the 25 ranked here, earning a 76.4 Hakia Score that weighs graduation rate, cost, selectivity, and outcomes. That sits below the 83.4 group average, in the lower third of the 25 ranked programs. The program graduates 63% of its students, below the 72% average across the ranked schools. East Carolina University admits 89% of applicants, less selective than the 63% average for the group. That is more open than the 12% rate at Washington University in St Louis, the most selective program on this list. Its completion rate lands toward the lower end in a group where graduation runs from 51% to 95%.

On cost, East Carolina University charges $4,452 a year in-state, roughly 5x the $20,729 out-of-state rate. Over four years that is about $17,808 in tuition for residents, against $82,916 for non-residents. That puts it among the most affordable on this list, where annual in-state tuition runs from $4,452 at East Carolina University to $67,896 at Georgetown University. Graduates step into a field with a $100,910 national median salary reported by the BLS. For prospective students, the draw here is low in-state cost paired with an online option.

Based in Albany, NY, Excelsior University is a private, nonprofit institution. Its Bachelor's in Finance program lands at #19 of the 25 ranked here, earning a 76.2 Hakia Score that weighs graduation rate, cost, selectivity, and outcomes. That sits below the 83.4 group average, in the lower third of the 25 ranked programs. The university enrolls 12,941 students overall. The degree is also offered online, which widens access for working students.

Graduates step into a field with a $100,910 national median salary reported by the BLS. For prospective students, the main draw here is its an online option.

Based in Saint Paul, MN, Bethel University is a private, nonprofit institution. Its Bachelor's in Finance program lands at #20 of the 25 ranked here, earning a 76.0 Hakia Score that weighs graduation rate, cost, selectivity, and outcomes. That sits below the 83.4 group average, in the lower third of the 25 ranked programs. The program graduates 71% of its students, below the 72% average across the ranked schools. Bethel University admits 88% of applicants, less selective than the 63% average for the group. That is more open than the 12% rate at Washington University in St Louis, the most selective program on this list. Its completion rate lands in the middle of the pack in a group where graduation runs from 51% to 95%.

On cost, Bethel University charges $44,050 a year in-state. Over four years that totals about $176,200 in tuition. That puts it at the higher end on this list, where annual in-state tuition runs from $4,452 at East Carolina University to $67,896 at Georgetown 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 $100,910 national median salary reported by the BLS. For prospective students, the main draw here is its an online option.

Based in Midland, MI, Northwood University is a private, nonprofit institution. Its Bachelor's in Finance program lands at #21 of the 25 ranked here, earning a 75.7 Hakia Score that weighs graduation rate, cost, selectivity, and outcomes. That sits below the 83.4 group average, in the lower third of the 25 ranked programs. The program graduates 63% of its students, below the 72% average across the ranked schools. Northwood University admits 65% of applicants, less selective than the 63% average for the group. That is more open than the 12% rate at Washington University in St Louis, the most selective program on this list. Its completion rate lands toward the lower end in a group where graduation runs from 51% to 95%.

On cost, Northwood University charges $32,800 a year in-state. Over four years that totals about $131,200 in tuition. That puts it at the higher end on this list, where annual in-state tuition runs from $4,452 at East Carolina University to $67,896 at Georgetown 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 $100,910 national median salary reported by the BLS. For prospective students, the main draw here is its an online option.

Based in Denver, CO, Regis University is a private, nonprofit institution. Its Bachelor's in Finance program lands at #22 of the 25 ranked here, earning a 75.0 Hakia Score that weighs graduation rate, cost, selectivity, and outcomes. That sits below the 83.4 group average, in the lower third of the 25 ranked programs. The program graduates 61% of its students, below the 72% average across the ranked schools. Regis University admits 86% of applicants, less selective than the 63% average for the group. That is more open than the 12% rate at Washington University in St Louis, the most selective program on this list. Its completion rate lands toward the lower end in a group where graduation runs from 51% to 95%.

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 $4,452 at East Carolina University to $67,896 at Georgetown 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 $100,910 national median salary reported by the BLS. For prospective students, the main draw here is its an online option.

Based in Flagstaff, AZ, Northern Arizona University is a public institution. Its Bachelor's in Finance program lands at #23 of the 25 ranked here, earning a 74.6 Hakia Score that weighs graduation rate, cost, selectivity, and outcomes. That sits below the 83.4 group average, in the lower third of the 25 ranked programs. The program graduates 61% of its students, below the 72% average across the ranked schools. Northern Arizona University admits 90% of applicants, less selective than the 63% average for the group. That is more open than the 12% rate at Washington University in St Louis, the most selective program on this list. Its completion rate lands toward the lower end in a group where graduation runs from 51% to 95%.

On cost, Northern Arizona University charges $11,378 a year in-state, versus $18,795 for out-of-state students. Over four years that is about $45,512 in tuition for residents, against $75,180 for non-residents. That puts it mid-pack on price on this list, where annual in-state tuition runs from $4,452 at East Carolina University to $67,896 at Georgetown University. Graduates step into a field with a $100,910 national median salary reported by the BLS. For prospective students, the main draw here is its an online option.

Based in Muncie, IN, Ball State University is a public institution. Its Bachelor's in Finance program lands at #24 of the 25 ranked here, earning a 74.5 Hakia Score that weighs graduation rate, cost, selectivity, and outcomes. That sits below the 83.4 group average, in the lower third of the 25 ranked programs. The program graduates 62% of its students, below the 72% average across the ranked schools. Ball State University admits 85% of applicants, less selective than the 63% average for the group. That is more open than the 12% rate at Washington University in St Louis, the most selective program on this list. Its completion rate lands toward the lower end in a group where graduation runs from 51% to 95%.

On cost, Ball State University charges $8,948 a year in-state, roughly 3x the $27,496 out-of-state rate. Over four years that is about $35,792 in tuition for residents, against $109,984 for non-residents. That puts it among the most affordable on this list, where annual in-state tuition runs from $4,452 at East Carolina University to $67,896 at Georgetown University. Graduates step into a field with a $100,910 national median salary reported by the BLS. For prospective students, the draw here is low in-state cost paired with an online option.

Based in Grand Rapids, MI, Cornerstone University is a private, nonprofit institution. Its Bachelor's in Finance program lands at #25 of the 25 ranked here, earning a 73.3 Hakia Score that weighs graduation rate, cost, selectivity, and outcomes. That sits below the 83.4 group average, in the lower third of the 25 ranked programs. The program graduates 62% of its students, below the 72% average across the ranked schools. Cornerstone University admits 78% of applicants, less selective than the 63% average for the group. That is more open than the 12% rate at Washington University in St Louis, the most selective program on this list. Its completion rate lands toward the lower end in a group where graduation runs from 51% to 95%.

On cost, Cornerstone University charges $22,000 a year in-state. Over four years that totals about $88,000 in tuition. That puts it mid-pack on price on this list, where annual in-state tuition runs from $4,452 at East Carolina University to $67,896 at Georgetown 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 $100,910 national median salary reported by the BLS. For prospective students, the main draw here is its an online option.