Best 16 Most Affordable MBA Programs in Texas in 2024

Texas A & M at Corpus Christi offers a general MBA. The thirty credits are taken over the course of a year, with two summer start dates. Located on its own island, this school offers a laid-back environment that allows for reducing stress after the vigorous course work of the program. Teachers here often take the time to work with students on a personal basis in order to help them succeed. Located near Latin American areas, this is an excellent location for those seeking a degree to work with other countries.

Midwestern State University is both nationally and internationally accredited. They are the second least expensive school in Texas. Yet, their program is on standard with the higher costing programs. The MBA is a general one. Students may specialize in Accounting or Energy Management. With the opportunity to study for a time in England, students can truly get a feel for international business dealings.

Angelo State University offers a 30-hour MBA degree program that is often preferred by students who have a multitude of other responsibilities that require a great deal of time and attention. With a student/teacher ratio of 19:1, this school boasts small classes where individualized attention is possible. Located in San Angelo, students have access to many small businesses as well as a thriving arts and culture center.

The MBA program at Stephen F. Austen State University can be enjoyed either on-campus or online. The program is strict in that students must have no more than two C’s that count toward their degree and all students must maintain a 3.0 GPA to continue. Only two classes may be repeated to improve grades. Graduates from the MBA program are among the most sought after in the area. Their professional network is considered to be invaluable.

The MBA program at the downtown campus of the University of Houston allows students to be in the heart of the city. This makes it easy for busy executives to attend the evening classes without traveling great distances. With ten areas of concentration, you can easily advance your career or branch out to a new arena. Classes are recorded and distributed in advance to help students gain greater comprehension. This school pairs up top executives with teachers to help students get the perspective of what is going on right now in the business world.

The Clear Lake campus of the University of Houston offers a concentration in nine different areas, including Sustainability and Leadership. The Leadership concentration is heavy on Psychology and Sociology courses, something that many other programs of this type do not offer. One of the other things that make this program stand out is the ability when taking a full-time course, to take a hybrid approach with attending in-person classes part of the time and going online the other half.

Tarleton State University in Stephenville, TX understands that busy executives don’t have years to gain the skills they need to advance. This school offers an accelerated MBA program that can be completed in 12 months. A 30-hour program, courses are sequenced to immerse and engage students in an intensive program designed to help provide students with the skills and knowledge for a competitive business environment.

Sul Ross State University is a small school, located in the mountains of Alpine, Texas. The campus features a working ranch among other things and is home to approximately 2,000 students. The 36-hour MBA course prepares a student for a well-rounded knowledge of business management. The small classes allow for genuine bonding between teachers, students, and local businesses. This makes for a lifetime of connections that will serve to advance any student professionally.

The Concordia University of Texas MBA program is designed to allow the most chance for professionals to complete the course. Classes are only once a week, making it easier to fit into busy lifestyles. A small group of 25 students go through the course together, making it possible to forge bonds that will last a lifetime. Plenty of opportunities are given to attend networking events and each student has a chance to work with an actual startup to experience the classroom in action.

Located in the heart of downtown Houston, Texas Southern is located in a culturally diverse area. This diverse population has found its way into the heart of the MBA program, which focuses on doing business in a global world. They emphasize the traits necessary to thrive anywhere in the world. There is an opportunity to specialize in two areas in addition to the general MBA degree.

St. Mary’s University offers an MBA for Values-Driven Leaders. Their approach is a holistic one not found in the other programs in the area. In addition to the teacher-graded coursework, students are encouraged to create their own challenges and do regular self-assessments. Classes are formed around small groups of students who attend all classes together throughout the program. This cohort system allows for strong connections during the program and into the future. Students are also given the opportunity for lab work and to do a start-up project that they must pitch.

Texas Tech University provides students with science, technology, engineering and math degrees an opportunity to round out their education with business acumen. TTU’s unique STEM MBA is a one-year, accelerated program with three opportunities to enroll: fall, spring or summer. Students complete a year-long project from start to finish; allowing them to apply business concepts to STEM industries.

With the reputation of Texas A & M-Commerce, MBA students are considered as having the best rate of return on their investment. The intensive program requires a summer internship. Unlike many MBA programs that discourage minors, this school encourages students to take their six electives all in one field if they want to minor. There is no limit to what courses a student can combine as a minor and this makes the degree unique.

At Prairie View A & M the MBA requires 36 credit hours, nine core classes, and three electives from a small choice. This program is one of the easiest to get into. No GMAT or GRE scores are required and those with Bachelor’s degrees in any field are welcome. There may be a requirement for taking a few Business courses for those who have never taken any in that area previously.

*Their 36-credit hour program for Texas residents (not requiring any prerequisite coursework) is just under $16,000. Non-Texas residents would pay approximately just over $34,000 (without any prerequisite coursework included). Both tuition costs listed would be for those pursuing face-to-face instruction. Those pursuing online coursework may even see a slightly lesser cost.

At Lamar University, MBA students can choose from thirteen different specializations. This school offers two dual degrees, MSA/MBA and MBA/MS-MIS. They allow students up to six years to complete the program and a few accelerate the process in as little as one year. Most students, however, finish in about 16 months. Lamar offers a chance at internships but a student must apply, maintain a 3.0 GPA, and complete at least three teacher-given assignments per semester.

When you attend the MBA program at Texas State University, you get more than an education. This program offers numerous lectures that give students a chance to start networking from the beginning. An overseas requirement allows for a greater understanding of what it takes to manage a business in an international market. Finally, an internship is built into the program that allows students to get their foot into some of the biggest companies in Texas.

*Program costs will vary. To get a full breakdown of the tuition and fees, please visit https://www.mccoy.txstate.edu/future-students/graduate-programs/program-resources/tuition.html