The Saint Mary's MBA
The Saint Mary's MBA: Turn Your Curiosity Into Momentum.
The Saint Mary's MBA is for professionals who want to be challenged, and who build momentum instead of waiting for it. AACSB accredited, STEM designated, and built around intimate classes with faculty invested in your work, it carries real weight. Set your own pace, choose your concentration, and finish in as few as 12 months, all without stepping away from your career.
For more than 150 years, Saint Mary's has asked what it means to educate the whole person. That question shapes everything about the MBA, from how faculty teach to how the program defines success. Personal attention, accessible professors, and a principles-driven approach to business are the cornerstone of a Saint Mary's MBA.
At A Glance
Degree: Master of Business Administration
Accreditation: AACSB
STEM designation: Yes, eligible for OPT
Accelerated track: Yes, as few as 12 months
Class profile: 15:1 student-to-professor ratio
Modality: Self-paced; In-Person (San Francisco Bay Area)
Cost / tuition: $3,867 per course
Concentrations
Business Analytics: Turn data into decisions with the modeling and analytics skills employers compete for.
Entrepreneurship: Spot opportunity, test ideas, and build ventures that can stand on their own.
Finance: Build the fluency to value companies, manage risk, and steer where capital goes.
Marketing: Learn how brands earn attention and turn it into measurable, lasting growth.
Deadlines & Starts
SPRING
App Deadline: Domestic - January 12th | International - November 15th
Start: February 2, 2027
SUMMER
App Deadline: Domestic - June 1st | International - April 1st
Start: June 22, 2026
Fall Deadline:
App Deadline: Domestic - August 1st | International: June 1st
Start: February 2, 2027
Tales from Gaels
Creative Roots, Executive Ambition
“The work ethic that I developed in all of those years of opera, the driving five hours, the self-accountability I developed really just allows me to take that and run with it, with anything that I do. In the Saint Mary's MBA program it allows me to have the confidence to do things as minor as asking questions in class, and as major as stepping out of my comfort zone and talking with up-and-coming firms. I’ve really been able to find my voice here, and the professors create such a safe and open environment that you’re encouraged to bring your authentic self to every discussion.”
- Bryn Posey, MBA Student
PROGRAM DETAILS
Learn about admissions, costs, The Saint Mary's MBA program curriculum, and more.
Alumni Experiences
Having an MBA provides a great foundation for strategic decision making and responsible leading.
Keith Wohlert, Senior Project Manager, WCI-GC
Student-to-Professor Ratio
Average Salary Increase
School and Department Information
AACSB Accredited Business School
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| Among the Top 6% of Business Schools WorldwideBeing among the top 6% of business schools worldwide reflects more than just academic excellence—it embodies Saint Mary’s deep commitment to its Lasallian roots. AACSB accreditation ensures that undergraduate and graduate Gaels receive a rigorous, globally recognized education grounded in ethical leadership, innovation, and service to others. This distinction aligns with our mission to prepare future business leaders who are not only skilled professionals but also compassionate changemakers, dedicated to creating a positive impact in their communities and beyond. |
At Saint Mary’s, you can shape your MBA experience around what drives you. Choose from Finance, Marketing, Business Analytics, or Entrepreneurship to build specialized expertise and position yourself for long-term success—backed by personalized support and a values-driven approach to leadership.
The Saint Mary's MBA program is STEM-designated, recognizing its strong focus on analytics, technology, and quantitative skills. For international students, this designation offers a significant benefit: eligibility for up to 36 months of Optional Practical Training (OPT), allowing more time to gain valuable work experience in the U.S. after graduation.
The Saint Mary’s MBA is proudly accredited by AACSB International—an elite distinction earned by less than 6% of business schools worldwide. This accreditation stands as a testament to the program’s rigor and relevance, equipping you with the strategic skills and ethical foundation that today’s top employers demand.
The Saint Mary's MBA costs $3,867 per course. Scholarships are available for qualified candidates, and graduate students can borrow through the Federal Direct Unsubsidized Loan program, up to $20,500 per year. Costs beyond the federal limit can be covered by private loans or institutional aid. Your total depends on your concentration and course load.
The Saint Mary's MBA takes 12 to 18 months to complete, as few as 12 on the accelerated track. The program is self-paced rather than cohort-based, so you choose how many courses you take each term and set the timeline around your work and personal commitments.
Yes. The Saint Mary's MBA is designed for working professionals, and most students balance the program with a full-time job. It is taught primarily in person at the San Francisco Bay Area campus, with the final two concentration courses offered in a hybrid format. Because it is self-paced, you control your course load each term.
