About: 

With UMass Lowell’s online Bachelor of Science in Business Administrationyou will develop the analytical and problem-solving skills that employers are seeking while building a strong foundational knowledge of the functional areas of business, including accounting, management, finance, operations and marketing.

This program is offered through UMass Lowell's Manning School of Business, which is accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business International (AACSB) — an elite distinction earned by less than five percent of business schools worldwide. Manning School of Business faculty and instructors are dedicated to excellence in teaching and research, and the program's challenging, relevant curriculum is aligned with current industry trends and employer needs.

Courses are available throughout the year, with mutliple start dates. You can take one course each semester or several, depending upon your own personal time constraints.

Program Highlights:

  • Ranked as a top online bachelor's degree program by U.S. News & World Report
  • Transfer in up to 90 credits
  • One of the most affordable tuitions in the nation
  • Apply anytime
  • Earn your degree online from a public research university and a leader in online education
  • Online students receive the same UMass Lowell degree and diploma as on-campus students

Learn More About This Program:

For more information, visit UMass Lowell's Bachelor of Science in Business Administration webpage.

Tuition/Fees: 
Type of Fee Amount
Fee Per Credit $385
Registration Fee Per Semester $30
Returned Check Fee Per Semester* $30
Late Fee for Nonpayment $50
Undergraduate Degree Application Fee $60
Total for Course**

$1,185 ($385 x 3 credits = $1,155 + $30 registration fee per semester)

*Applicable when check is returned unpaid.

**Courses can vary from one to six credits; this total represents a standard three-credit course.

For registration information, visit UMass Lowell's website

Accreditation: 

The University of Massachusetts Lowell is accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education (NECHE).

UMass Lowell's Robert J. Manning School of Business is accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) International.

Admissions: 

Admission is open to students who have earned a high school diploma or a GED. UMass Lowell's online programs operate on a rolling admissions basis. There is no application deadline, and each application is reviewed as soon as all application materials are received.

Financial Aid: 

Availability of financial aid varies depending on matriculation and course status. Please contact the Solution Center at 978-934-2000 or TSC@uml.edu to determine eligibility.