Compare the top 7 accredited online MBA programs in South Carolina, real tuition ($13,948-$48,816), GMAT requirements, specializations, and acceptance rates. All data sourced directly from the schools.
South Carolina offers one of the widest selections of accredited online MBA programs in the country, 7 on our list, led by the flagship University of South Carolina (Moore) and Clemson, alongside affordable options at Winthrop, The Citadel, Coastal Carolina, South Carolina State and USC Aiken. All 7 hold AACSB accreditation, the gold standard earned by a minority of business schools worldwide.
On cost, the range is wide: the most affordable option on our list is USC Aiken (≈$13,948), with Winthrop (≈$20,970) and The Citadel (≈$21,830) also among the best values. Across the listed programs, published tuition ranges up to about $48,816 at Clemson, so it pays to compare. Tuition and fees change every year and in-state and out-of-state rates often differ, so confirm the current figure directly with the school before you budget.
Admissions are relatively accessible: every program here makes the GMAT optional or waivable, which removes a common barrier for working applicants. Available specializations include Finance, International Business, Marketing, and Healthcare Management. Because the format is fully online, it suits professionals who want to keep working while they study rather than relocate to campus.
International applicants are generally welcome, check each school's TOEFL or IELTS requirements early. Treat the numbers on this page as a starting point for comparison, and verify accreditation, deadlines, and specialization availability on the university's official admissions pages before you apply.
| School | Tuition | Per credit | GMAT | Duration | Acceptance | Accreditation | Intl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of South Carolina | $36,450 | $810/credit | Optional | 24-28 months | N/A | AACSB | ✓ |
| Clemson University | $48,816 | $1,356/credit | Optional | 2-3 years | N/A | AACSB | ✓ |
| Winthrop University | $20,970 (30 credits) - $25,164 (36 credits) | $699/credit | 400 | 12-18 months | N/A | AACSB | ✓ |
| The Citadel (Tommy and Victoria Baker School of Business) | ≈$21,830 (in-state) | N/A | Waivable | N/A | N/A | AACSB | ✓ |
| Coastal Carolina University (Wall College of Business) | ≈$34,380 (out-of-state, 30 cr) | $1,146/credit (ou… | Waivable | N/A | N/A | AACSB | ✓ |
| South Carolina State University (College of Business and Information Systems) | ≈$35,070 (30 cr) | $1,169/credit | N/A | 12 months | N/A | AACSB | ✓ |
| University of South Carolina Aiken (School of Business Administration) | ≈$13,948 | N/A | N/A | 10+ months | N/A | AACSB | ✓ |
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