Washington Adventist University Named Among Forbes’ Top 10 Best Online Accelerated M.B.A. Programs of 2025

Washington Adventist University (WAU) is proud to announce that its accelerated online Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) program has been named one of Forbes Advisor’s Top 10 Best Online Accelerated M.B.A. Programs of 2025. The recognition places WAU among the nation’s leading institutions offering flexible, high-impact, and career-focused graduate business education.

In its 2025 ranking, Forbes Advisor evaluated more than 400 online M.B.A. programs across the United States, assessing affordability, student success outcomes, curriculum structure, and online engagement. WAU’s accelerated M.B.A. stood out as a mission-driven, market-responsive program designed to meet the needs of working professionals.

Program Distinctions

• Affordable Tuition: Competitively priced at $625 per credit hour, making WAU one of the most accessible Christian-based M.B.A. programs in the nation.

• Flexible & Fast: Multiple annual start dates and eight-week sessions allow students to complete the program in as little as 12 months.

• Online Excellence: With 72% of its graduate population enrolled in distance education, WAU has built a robust and supportive online learning ecosystem.

• Career-Focused Concentrations: Students can specialize in Management, Finance, or Organizational Leadership, each integrating values-based leadership and real-world application.

Leadership Perspectives

“This distinction affirms the strength, relevance, and rigor of our program,” said Dr. Joyce Johnson, Dean of the School of Graduate and Professional Studies. “It’s a testament to the dedication of our faculty and staff, and to the success of our students.”

“Being named among the top online M.B.A. programs in the country reaffirms WAU’s mission to deliver transformational education,” added Dr. Weymouth Spence, President of Washington Adventist University. “Our accelerated model empowers students to earn their degree while

balancing work, life, and faith.”Washington Adventist University is also the only Seventh-day Adventist institution

represented on the 2025 Forbes Advisor top-10 list, underscoring WAU’s distinct place in faith-

based higher education.