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UofL offers reduced online MBA tuition for active-duty military and qualifying members of the Reserves and National Guard

By Conner Mackowiak | April 20, 2022 | Comments 0 Comment

The University of Louisville is now proud to offer Active-Duty and Qualifying Members of the Reserves and National guard a discounted rate of $22,500 bundled tuition for the online MBA program!

UofL understands the unique challenges active-duty service members experience when it comes to advancing their education. As a world-class, major research institution, with a Military Friendly® “Gold” Designation, we strive to give you all the tools and resources you need to succeed in your college career. Regardless of your location in the world or where you are in your military career, we proudly bring the classroom to you.

Now, that classroom is even more affordable. UofL is proud to offer a $9,500 discount to Active-Duty and qualifying members of the National Guard/Reserves.

That discount is just the cherry on top of a sundae of benefits you will receive as an online MBA student at the University of Louisville. Our military students enjoy a variety of perks including:

A waived application fee with priority course registration
The ability to rejoin the program after deployment or other military obligation without penalty*
Flexible programs that fit into your busy work/life schedule
Education you can take with you anywhere, anytime
Career guidance and planning services in addition to transition assistance
…and so much more.

More employers than ever before are listing an MBA as a preferred qualification. As you consider what your life looks like after your service, make sure that you put yourself in the best possible position to succeed.

Click below and learn more about how UofL’s online MBA can help you succeed for the rest of your life!

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Apply by August 1

Learn more about benefits for military students here: https://louisville.edu/online/military

*Due to the online MBA’s cohort model, individuals may have to wait to rejoin until a new cohort is at same place they withdrew.

UofL MBA: Mastering the diverse needs of students

By Brooke Whitaker | March 4, 2022 | Comments 0 Comment

The online programs at the University of Louisville take pride in having flexible, 100% online programs to make advanced education more attainable for a multitude of students who are balancing work and other life priorities. One of UofL’s top enrollment online programs is the Master in Business Administration (MBA).

UofL’s MBA program is not “one size fits all”. We have a diverse student body that partake in various careers and industries with the mindset to further their skillset and position. With the ability to customize your degree with certificate options and innovative electives, completing the program in 20 months or less, and lifetime career support on top of delivering vital business skills – it’s obvious why our MBA program is a hit.

Don’t take it from us – check out what a couple of our amazing online MBA students have said about the program and how it helps their individual goals.

Michael Henderson – Fall 2020 Online MBA Cohort

“What I appreciate most about the online learning system is that I can go at my own pace. The program is very convenient and flexible, with the bonus of still being able to participate in the Global Business International Trip!”

Michael Henderson is a Fall 2020 Online MBA student, as well as Demand Generation Specialist at GE Appliances. Being able to adjust his education to his schedule while still getting the full MBA experience and knowledge is important to Michael, as well as many other business professionals. Besides balancing work and education, Michael also has a family so flexible coursework is crucial.

As to what made Michael know now is the time to pursue an MBA, “Going from job to job after I earned my bachelor’s and COVID-19 hitting, I knew the summer of 2020 was my time to hit the ground running…” The need for both solidity and growth in his professional career – especially during this rapidly changing work landscape – is a reason we hear frequently as to why students choose to get their MBA.

Michael’s advice for professionals debating on furthering their education or career – “Whatever it is that you want to do work wise, education wise, do it! Don’t let anybody or anything stop you from that. My mother died at a very young age, [and] I had my daughter [during] my sophomore year at UofL. I use my past work experiences, personal experiences, and my four-year-old daughter as motivation to keep going and achieve everything in front of me!”

Read more of Michael Henderson’s Student Spotlight here.

Melany Meador – Fall 2019 Online MBA Cohort

Melany Meador is part of the Fall 2019 online MBA cohort as well as an Active-Duty Religious Affairs Non-Commissioned Officer for the United States Army.

“In corporate America, you will typically be on a team and need to learn to work together with everyone, from all different walks of life,” Melany explained. “I enjoyed the cohort layout and diverse teams they put us in. This was very much like ‘real-life.’ UofL was preparing us for the real world.” UofL understands diversity, equity and inclusion is extremely important and including in online learning is no different.

While collaborating with a diverse team is a great benefit of UofL’s MBA, the flexible online learning platform was a necessity for Melany due to her position in the United States Army and shared this is what she appreciated most of the program. “As a full-time, active-duty service member, this is very important. I can learn and do my schoolwork when I have free time after work is done.”

Melany’s “why” for pursuing her MBA? She believes earning her MBA will assist her to achieve professionally not only in her current active-duty military officer but also as a civilian. “While I continue to serve in the Army, my MBA has helped to strengthen my leadership skills and will also help to keep me competitive for future promotions. After I retire from the military, an MBA will assist in keeping me more competitive for the civilian job market.” Melany knows taking the step now will help her succeed in the future.

Read more of Melany Meador’s Student Spotlight here.

Join the next cohort

Whether it’s UofL’s diverse team-based approach to learning, or the flexibility to access coursework 24/7 online, there are many benefits to the online MBA that helps students of all careers and paths take the next step towards business expertise and success.

Don’t wait, start your path on becoming a business leader today! Learn more about UofL’s online MBA program here.

New Degree-Completion Program Allows You to Complete Your Bachelor’s, Your Way!

By Caitlin Horsley | February 18, 2022

UofL recently launched a 100% online Bachelor of Science in General Studies. This bachelor’s program is specifically designed for adult students with previous college credit and at least a 2-year break from higher education, who are ready to complete their first bachelor’s degree.

Why choose this bachelor’s degree?

Specialize your bachelor’s in 2 areas based on your interests with your choice between minors in areas like Communication, Political Science, Criminal Justice, various certificates, or the combination of a minor and a certificate.
Take advantage of a fully online program—designed to fit your life with 24/7 access to classes and coursework to complete when it’s right for you.
Earn credit for on-the-job learning and save time and money with the optional Prior Learning Assessment (PLA) class.
Learn from faculty with distinguished academic credentials, industry experience and a strong commitment to applied research.
Transfer in credit hours from prior college courses completed at an accredited institution.

What can I do with a Bachelor of Science in General Studies?

Completing a bachelor’s degree can vastly improve your employment outlook and earning potential. Employment in bachelor’s-level occupations is projected to grow by 10% from 2016 to 2026, faster than the 7% average projected growth for all occupations. Additionally, in 2017, the median annual wage for occupations requiring a bachelor’s degree was $36,730 more than those required to hold a high school diploma or similar (bls.gov).

Depending on your focus areas, organizations hiring bachelor’s in general studies graduates include but not limited to:

Advertising agencies
Federal, state, and local government agencies
Event companies
Businesses and trade associations
Colleges, universities and schools
Not-for-profit and special interest groups
Public relations firms
Political organizations
Real estate management firms

UOFL RECOGNIZED AGAIN BY U.S. NEWS & WORLD REPORT FOR TOP ONLINE PROGRAMS

By Caitlin Horsley | January 28, 2022

For a sixth consecutive year, the University of Louisville has been ranked among the Best Online Programs by U.S. News & World Report.

Of our fully online programs, the following were recognized as some of the top U.S. programs in 2022:

Bachelor’s
Undergraduate Business
Undergraduate Psychology
MBA Programs
Criminal Justice
Graduate Education
Graduate Engineering

UofL is also ranked as Best Online Programs for Veterans across all of the same categories.

Notably, our Undergraduate Business ranking is among the top 30 programs in the country, with Undergraduate Psychology and Criminal Justice ranking in the top 20!

UofL has almost 60 fully online programs across the graduate and undergraduate level available including bachelor’s, master’s, doctoral, and a wide variety of certificate programs. As part of the University’s commitment to online learning, more programs are added regularly to ensure UofL’s place among the top Online Programs in the country. We are committed to helping others advance their education on a schedule that works with them to promote their success.

Click here and learn how you can advance your education with and online degree from UofL today!

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