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Q: What type of accredited MBA degrees are available from community colleges?

A: Some community college programs serve as starter programs during which the student studies business classes and earns an associate degree and often, special consideration for admission to an affiliate MBA program where she will complete the MBA degree. Other community colleges offer a complete MBA degree. Sometimes these programs are structured as Saturday-only or other accelerated-type programs that allow the student to complete the degree more quickly than usual.

Q: Why does it matter if the MBA program is accredited?

A: Accreditation, while a voluntary process entered into by the school, is an important measure of a school’s reputation. Getting an MBA from an accredited institution will not only help you find a job after graduation, it will hold promise of a better job than you could obtain with a degree from an unaccredited school. Additionally, if you are seeking financial aid for your MBA program, you will need to be attending an accredited school to qualify for most financial aid programs.

Q: How can I find accredited MBA degree programs?

A: The first place you can look to find an accredited MBA program is at the U.S. Department of Education. Here, you can find what accrediting agencies work with this agency to help evaluate the programs in which you are interested in applying and also check their list of accredited institutions. Another resource for accredited schools is the Council for Higher Education Accreditation. Not only can you can find out information about accreditation organizations, you can also search through the database of accredited schools at this non-governmental site. Search for community colleges in your area with this search tool courtesy of the American Association of Community Colleges.

Q: What type of admission requirements can I expect for an accredited MBA program?

A: In addition to having a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year program, you will likely need to have some work experience, perhaps 3-5 years, relevant to the degree you are pursuing. You will also need to have good scores on both the verbal and quantitative sections of the GMAT, letters of recommendation from professors or professionals who can speak for your abilities in either education or work experience, and personal statements and admission essays.

Q: How long will it take to complete my MBA degree from a community college?

A: Most MBA programs will take about two to three years to complete. How long it takes you will depend on what type of program you attend and whether you attend full or part-time.

Q: Can I get financial aid for my education at an accredited MBA program at a community college?

A: You may be eligible for financial aid to assist with the expenses associated with earning your MBA from an accredited program at a community college. Speak with someone from the financial aid office at the school you are thinking about attending to determine exactly what might be available to you. You can also go to the FAFSA website where you can fill out the forms necessary to begin your financial aid process as well as find opportunities for financial aid through federal student loans, grants, and scholarships.

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