Master of Business Administration (MBA) Graduate Pathway
August 27, 2019 2026-06-30 9:08Master of Business Administration (MBA) Graduate Pathway
Master of Business Administration (MBA) Graduate Pathway
Master of Business Administration Graduate Pathway Options
Four year Pathway Requirements
- Applicants must complete their undergraduate degree (bachelor’s degree) within 4 years.
- Maintain an overall minimum GPA of 3.00 and be in good academic standing by the time of application to the MBA program (generally the end of second semester senior year)
- Graduates of any major field of study may apply to the Master of Business Administration Graduate Pathway program
Incoming Students: For all questions about starting a Pathway program, please contact Admissions at [email protected] or call 434.544.8300.
Senior MBA Duel Enrollment
What You'll Gain:
No matter your major, business knowledge can strengthen your career readiness from day one.
With the MBA Graduate Pathway Program, you can keep the community and campus life you love while getting a head start on your Lynchburg MBA — a degree you could finish in as few as 15 months after graduation.
Your senior year can be more than a finish line. It can be your launchpad.
If you have a 3.0 GPA and are on track to complete your degree this year, you may already qualify, regardless of your major.
Take up to four MBA courses that count toward both your bachelor's degree and your Lynchburg MBA. Classes are 100% online and offered in flexible 7.5-week formats, so they fit your senior year schedule.
This can also reduce the time it takes to complete the MBA program part-time.
Real Tuition Savings
Take MBA courses at no extra cost while you’re still an undergraduate and save up to $7,200 on your master’s degree.
| Number of courses taken | Traditional MBA Program | Senior MBA Pathway | Savings |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $21,708 | $19,899 | $1,809 |
| 2 | $21,708 | $18,090 | $3,618 |
| 3 | $21,708 | $16,281 | $5,427 |
| 4 | $21,708 | $14,472 | $7,236 |
Course Recommendations
The MBA is 100% online and students can continue after graduation from any location.
| Semester | One Course | Two Courses (in sequence) |
|---|---|---|
| Fall | MBA 602 — Organizational Behavior & Management | MBA 603 — Advanced Business Principles I, then MBA 607 — Managerial Accounting |
| Spring | MBA 609 — Marketing Management | MBA 604 — Advanced Business Principles II, then MBA 608 — Managerial Economics |
VIP Application Processing
No GMAT entrance exam.
As a Pathway student, your graduate application gets expedited during your senior year. The Office of Graduate Success works directly with the Registrar to handle your transcripts.
FAQ
Will this affect my financial aid?
Undergraduate aid continues to apply, as these classes are costed as undergraduate credits.
What if I not to do the MBA after graduation?
The credits still count toward the bachelor’s degree.
The pathway carries no commitment to enter the MBA but you may do so at a later date.
Are these real graduate-level courses?
Yes — same instructors, same content, same rigor as the MBA program. Students are in class with other MBA students.
Next Steps:
Exam your senior year schedule. Which courses do you not need for major, minor, and Dell Curriculum requirements? Those are the courses you may replace with MBA courses, either fall or spring semester, or both.
Students are required to complete the “Request to Enroll in Graduate Courses” form with the registrar’s office prior to enrollment.
Email us (here) to let us know you are interested in the program and we will answer your questions and walk you through the process.”
For all questions please contact the Office of Graduate Success
