KU’s #6-ranked online MBA for veterans1
Take command of your future with the University of Kansas online MBA program, ranked #6 Best Online MBA for Veterans and #7 Best Online MBA Program by U.S. News & World Report.1 Our military-friendly program combines the leadership skills you've mastered in service with cutting-edge business education to accelerate your civilian career success.
Join the Jayhawks and meet over 2,000 military-affiliated students, including 425 graduate students, who are transforming their service experience into business leadership. Whether you're stationed domestically, deployed internationally, or are wrapping up your military service, our flexible online format ensures your education stays with you, wherever duty calls.
From military to MBA
Your military service has equipped you with exceptional leadership skills that form a powerful foundation for business success. At KU, we help you broaden your career horizons, leveraging these capabilities through a program designed for immediate impact. Online MBA coursework seamlessly applies to your current role, while the diverse perspectives from both military and civilian classmates enrich your learning experience. With flexible, asynchronous courses, you can advance your education without compromising your commitments.
Under the guidance of expert faculty like Associate Professor Steve Boylan, Ph.D., former colonel in the U.S. Army in aviation and public affairs, you'll transform your military expertise into business leadership excellence. KU’s online program bridges the gap between military service and civilian business leadership, maintaining your upward trajectory as you embark on the next chapter in your life and career.
Stand tall as a service member and a Jayhawk
From active duty to veterans, our military-affiliated students find a supportive community at KU. For Matthew Leonard, a 17-year Air Force veteran, KU's program offered the perfect balance between career advancement and family life. "I wanted to find something that didn't take away from my family or work. You can't pour from an empty cup," he explains. "KU fit the mold the best, and I haven't been disappointed."
Comprehensive support for your educational journey
At KU, we understand the unique challenges military students face, which is why we've built a comprehensive support system designed specifically for your success. The Lt. Gen. William K. Jones Military-Affiliated Student Center serves as your central hub of resources and guidance for veterans, active duty service members, National Guard and Reserves guardsmen, military spouses, and dependents.
You'll also have access to valuable networking opportunities with fellow veterans, creating connections that extend beyond the classroom. Our career transition support and resources help bridge the gap between military service and civilian business leadership, ensuring you're well-equipped to leverage your MBA for professional advancement. This robust support network demonstrates our commitment to not just your education, but to your complete transition and success in the business world.
Financial support and resources
While the KU online MBA program's flat-rate tuition already falls under the Post-9/11 GI Bill VA cap, KU's participation in the Yellow Ribbon Program showcases our broader commitment to military education support. There are also additional options for tuition reduction through scholarships, grants, and other sources that may depend on your demographics, branch of the military, field of study, and more.
Yellow Ribbon Program
Eligibility includes:
- Veterans who served at least 36 months of active duty after September 10, 2001
- Purple Heart recipients with an honorable discharge
- Service members honorably discharged for a service-connected disability after 30 continuous days of service post-September 10, 2001
- Dependents eligible for Transfer of Entitlement under the Post-9/11 GI Bill at 100% level
- Fry Scholarship recipients attending terms after August 1, 2018
The Post-9/11 GI Bill
Eligibility
- Based on length of active service, you are entitled to a percentage of each type of benefit, up to 100% of the maximum benefit. You may be eligible if you:
- Served at least 90 aggregate days of qualifying active service on or after September 11, 2001
- Received a Purple Heart on or after September 11, 2001 and were honorably discharged after any amount of service
- Served for at least 30 continuous days on or after September 11, 2001, and were honorably discharged with a service-connected disability
- Are a spouse or dependent child using benefits transferred by a qualifying veteran or service member
Your benefits expiration dates depend on when you were discharged from active duty. If your service ended before January 1, 2013, your Post 9/11 GI Bill benefits will expire 15 years after your last separation date from active service. You can learn more at VA.gov.
Military scholarships and grants
Take the next step with KU's online MBA for veterans
Join a program that values your military experience. With KU's online MBA, you'll earn a prestigious degree from a top-ranked program in a flexible online format that fits your lifestyle.
Admissions process for KU’s military MBA
KU’s online MBA program offers dedicated student advisors to work one-on-one with you to navigate your academic journey with your specific needs in mind. Jeremiah, an experienced admissions outreach advisor and proud KU graduate, can tell you more about the online experience, help you navigate the application process, and answer all of your questions.
Make your ascent with the online MBA community
The University of Kansas has mastered the art of building meaningful connections in the digital space. Through interactive learning tools, collaborative projects, and virtual networking events, you'll forge lasting relationships with your online MBA cohort of ambitious professionals, expert faculty, and more than 25,000 KU School of Business alumni, some of whom work at Fortune 500 companies and serve as global industry leaders.* Plus, they're ready to help fellow Jayhawks succeed. Through the KU School of Business network, you'll gain access to:
- ✓ Virtual networking events
- ✓ Mentorship opportunities
- ✓ Career development resources
- ✓ Industry insights and connections
*Based on a limited sample of self-reported data from alumni of the University of Kansas School of Business online MBA program from 2019-2022 graduating cohorts
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