Master of Business Administration (MBA) Graduate Pathway
August 27, 2019 2026-07-10 14:51Master of Business Administration (MBA) Graduate Pathway
Master of Business Administration (MBA) Graduate Pathway & Dual Enrollment
Choose from two fast-track options designed to help you start your graduate education sooner and move toward your goals faster.
Option 1: Four-year Pathway
For Incoming or First-year Students
The University of Lynchburg’s Pathway programs give you a clear path connecting high school, college, and graduate school by guiding your college experience and preparing you for a competitive graduate program and career.
Simply apply for the MBA Graduate Pathway before beginning your first year at Lynchburg and complete all the requirements, maintaining a 3.0 GPA. After graduating with your bachelor’s degree in any area of study, you’ll automatically be accepted into the MBA program.
Incoming Students: For all questions about starting a Pathway program, please contact Admissions at [email protected] or call 434.544.8300.
Option 2: Senior MBA Dual Enrollment
For Current Students
Don’t want to wait until graduation to start your MBA? Lynchburg’s Graduate Dual Enrollment program allows you to get a head start on your future by pairing undergraduate and graduate courses during your senior year, saving you time and money.
Current Lynchburg seniors with a 3.0 GPA who are on track to finish their bachelor’s degree can take up to four 100%-online MBA courses that count toward both their undergraduate degree and their MBA. This allows you to cut costs, skip the GMAT, and earn your MBA in as little as 15 months after graduation.
Tuition Savings Senior MBA Dual Enrollment
| 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:
Examine 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
