Fast-Track MBA
About the Fast-Track MBA
The full-time Fast-Track MBA program is designed for recent graduates who want to complete an MBA in one year of focused study.
Students follow a structured, full-time format by enrolling in 12 credit hours each Fall, Spring, and Summer semester. The program is accelerated and therefore requires enrollment every semester. Students who need to take a break are not eligible to return in the Fast Track MBA format.
Students who are required to complete BA 601 (Quantitative Decisions for Business Mathematics) will take the additional three-credit course during their first semester.
Fast-Track MBA students learn alongside experienced executives and engage in hands-on, experiential coursework that emphasizes real-world application. The program also offers opportunities to gain professional experience through optional graduate assistantship positions with faculty and College of Business centers, including the Center for Entrepreneurship and Community Development.
Upcoming Information Sessions
Join us for a Virtual Graduate Programs Information Session, covering the on-campus and online MBA programs and online MS in Marketing & Communications program. All details and links will be sent via email prior to the session date.
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The MBA program admits fast-track students in fall and spring terms. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. Application deadlines are below:
- June 30
- November 30
- International: May 15 and October 15
All applicants must submit the following:
- Application form
- $50 application fee (Currently waived)
- Current résumé
- Statement of purpose
- 1-2 letters of recommendation from professional references (Optional, but recommended)
- Official transcripts showing all college work attempted: undergraduate, graduate, and professional
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Official GMAT or GRE score report (Optional)
International applicants must submit the following in addition to the items above:
- A third-party evaluation of academic records (transcripts): required for all applicants who attended or completed their bachelor's and/or master's degree outside of the United States. Loyola University’s MBA program accepts evaluations from the following agencies: 1) World Education Services (WES), 2) Educational Credential Evaluators (ECE) or 3) Spantran. We require the course-by-course evaluation for either option.
- An affidavit of support showing sufficient funds to finance their course of study and living expenses.
- Official TOEFL, IELTS or Duolingo score report. More details on this requirement can be found here.
Please note that, for all applicants, scores and transcripts sent directly from the applicant are considered self-reported and unofficial. A complete application requires official documents. Please arrange for the testing agencies and institutions to send your official documents directly to us. Once all official documents are received and all admission requirements are met, your application will be sent to the program for review.
A successful MBA applicant has demonstrated a foundation in business and a readiness for advanced studies through relevant work experience and/or undergraduate coursework. In general, strong candidates have completed some foundational coursework in both quantitative and analytical subjects, such as statistics, accounting, marketing, management, and/or finance. Oftentimes, candidates have also acquired professional experience in roles or industries that reflect a specific understanding of the business landscape, including work in management or leadership positions. Successful candidates can also communicate their career goals clearly and articulate how an MBA aligns with their objectives at this stage in their academic and professional development.
Click here to learn more about financial aid, employer reimbursement, current tuition and fees, and payment plans: Funding Your Graduate Education
The University’s Scholarships + Financial Aid Office can assist with FAFSA, private loans, grants, and other funding opportunities.
MBA Tuition / Fee Schedule
| Fall 2025 - Spring 2026 | Full-Time | Part-Time | Summer 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition PT/FT Campus & Online |
$988 per credit hour |
$988 per credit hour |
TBD |
| Tuition Global MBA |
$1,045 per credit hour |
N/A | TBD |
| MBA and Global MBA General Fees* | $540 per semester | $270 per semester | TBD |
| Graduation Fee** | $355 | $355 | TBD |
*Fees are assessed at the full-time rate to graduate and law students enrolled in 6 or more credit hours.
** Students are billed during the graduation term.
Graduate Assistantships
Assistantships are paid, hourly positions assigned based on the application (e.g., GMAT scores, GPA, work experience) and student skills and interests. Graduate assistants support business faculty with research, grant administration, and event planning, and may have opportunities to co-author publications. In addition, university departments may request business graduate assistants for research, consulting, and special projects.
Current and admitted students will receive emails with upcoming assistantship opportunities and next steps to apply. Assistantships are awarded to students who are admitted and actively enrolled.
Academic Scholarships
MBA applicants and students are considered for applicable scholarships as they become available.
Programs for Veterans of Military Service
The Registrar's Office provides information about programs available to veterans of military service. Learn more here: Veterans and Active Duty Military. For additional assistance, please contact Kathy Gros, Director of Student Records and Registration Services and the University liaison for Veterans Affairs.
Employer Reimbursement
If your employer offers tuition reimbursement, you may qualify for a 90% tuition and fee payment extension. Review program requirements here.