Superior. Affordable. Catholic.
You shouldn’t have to put your life on hold to get your degree. That’s why Belmont Abbey College offers fully online degree programs. We help students chart the most direct path to a degree, with flexibility and value.
Computer Science
Master of Arts in Communication
Master of Arts in Classical and Liberal Education
Cybersecurity
Digital Marketing
Master of Business Administration (MBA)
Master of Arts in Leadership
Master of Science in Nursing Leadership (MSN)
Master of Science in Data Analytics
WHY CHOOSE ABBEY ONLINE?
At Belmont Abbey College the move to providing online degree options meant no yielding on quality, ensuring students still experienced that personal touch, and bringing our Catholic intellectual tradition to the online space. We think we’ve done it. We’re ready for you.
- Flexible synchronous and asynchronous instruction taught by faculty trained to provide Abbey Quality Online classes
- The Abbey’s Catholic intellectual tradition, translated to the online space
- Personalized attention every step of the way, whether on Zoom or a one-on-one meeting if you’re local
- Free tutoring so you get the support you need to succeed
- Academic skills assistance for students to ensure a smooth transition to college classes
- Online degrees offered in all U.S. states, Puerto Rico, Washington D.C., and the U.S. Virgin Islands.
- Plus, no administrative or application fees.
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Undergraduate Programs
The following programs are available completely online.
Majors
Minors
Students who are available to attend in-person day classes can also major in any of our undergraduate programs.
*Belmont Abbey College offers online degrees in all U.S. states, Puerto Rico, Washington D.C., and the U.S. Virgin Islands, except for California.
Abbey Online courses are available to prospective students in all U.S. states and territories except for California.
Applicants are required to submit an admission application, plus official transcripts from all previously attended schools, college, and universities.
We offer five start dates to accommodate when you want to begin. We invite candidates to submit their applications at any time. The approximate dates of each session are below. See our academic calendar for specific dates.
Fall Session I: August 17
Fall Session II: October 14
Spring Session I: January 10
Spring Session II: March 10
Summer Session: May 24
No Hidden Costs
Our tuition is $349 per semester hour. With no out-of-state tuition, no hidden fees, and flexible payment options, our competitive tuition has nothing to hide.
Over 90% of the Abbey’s students receive some form of financial assistance! Explore the options you have by clicking below or by contacting us at (704) 461-7500 or cpsoffice@bac.edu. Just a few minutes could change your life forever.
2023-2024 Cost of Attendance for Abbey Online Learners
Living Off-Campus
The following chart reflects estimated costs for independent students living off-campus:
Tuition costs below are computed at 12 credit hours per semester or 24 credit hours per school year.
Direct Costs:(Paid to Belmont Abbey) |
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| Tuition | $8,376 |
Indirect Costs:(Estimated expenses not paid to Belmont Abbey) |
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| Books/Supplies | $1,750 |
| Food | $2,900 |
| Housing | $14,600 |
| Transportation | $1,900 |
| Personal | $2,400 |
| Loan Fee | $120 |
Total Estimated Cost of Attendance | $32,046 |
2023-2024 Cost of Attendance for Abbey Online Learners
Living with Parents
The following chart reflects estimated costs for independent students living off-campus:
Tuition costs below are computed at 12 credit hours per semester or 24 credit hours per school year.
Direct Costs:(Paid to Belmont Abbey) |
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| Tuition | $8,376 |
Indirect Costs:(Estimated expenses not paid to Belmont Abbey) |
|
| Books/Supplies | $1,750 |
| Food | $2,900 |
| Housing | $1,700 |
| Transportation | $1,900 |
| Personal | $1,800 |
| Loan Fee | $70 |
Total Estimated Cost of Attendance | $18,496 |
*If you are attending only one semester, you may divide the cost in half.
Graduate Programs
Application Deadlines:
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Spring Priority Application Deadline: October 1st
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Spring Application Deadline: December 15th
- Fall Priority Application Deadline: April 1st
- Fall Application Deadline: July 31st
To apply to the graduate degrees at Belmont Abbey College, all degrees* require:
- Application for admission.
- Official undergraduate transcripts. Final transcripts reflecting conferral of the undergraduate degree are required prior to enrollment.
- International applicants, or applicants whose first language is not English, must submit official scores for the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) exam with a minimum score of 550 on the PBT OR 79 IBT.
In addition, each program has specific requirements as outlined on each program page.
*The MSN has a separate application guideline that must be followed. Those requirements are outlined here.
Application Deadlines:
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Spring Priority Application Deadline: October 1st
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Spring Application Deadline: December 15th
- Fall Priority Application Deadline: April 1st
- Fall Application Deadline: July 15th
Tuition Costs by Program:
- Master in Business Administration (MBA)
- $795 per credit hour
- Master of Arts in Classical and Liberal Education
- $600 per credit hour
- CiRCE and ICLE program costs are separate and paid directly to them.
- Master of Arts in Communications
- $695 per credit hour
- Master of Arts in Leadership
- $695 per credit hour
- Master of Science in Nursing Leadership (MSN)
- $600 per credit hour
- Master of Science in Data Analytics
- $695 per credit hour
College Refund Policy: Graduate programs at Belmont Abbey College do not have a drop/add period. Students have until the first day of school to drop courses for a refund. There is no refund once classes have met.
Estimated Cost of Attendance for Master of Business Administration (MBA)
The following chart reflects estimated costs for students in the Master of Business Administration:
Tuition costs below are computed at 24 credit hours per school year.
Direct Costs:(Paid to Belmont Abbey) |
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| Tuition ($795 X 24 Credit Hours) | $19,080 |
| Learning Fee | $800 |
Indirect Costs:(Estimated expenses not paid to Belmont Abbey) |
|
| Books/Supplies | $200 |
| Food | $2,900 |
| Housing | $14,000 |
| Personal | $2,400 |
| Transportation | $1,900 |
| Loan Fee | $216 |
Total Estimated Cost of Attendance | $41,496 |
Estimated Cost of Attendance for Master of Arts in Leadership
The following chart reflects estimated costs for students in the Master of Arts in Leadership:
Tuition costs below are computed at 24 credit hours per school year.
Direct Costs:(Paid to Belmont Abbey) |
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| Tuition ($695 X 24 Credit Hours) | $16,680 |
| Learning Fee | $0 |
Indirect Costs:(Estimated expenses not paid to Belmont Abbey) |
|
| Books/Supplies | $200 |
| Food | $2,900 |
| Housing | $14,600 |
| Personal | $2,400 |
| Transportation | $1,900 |
| Loan Fee | $216 |
Total Estimated Cost of Attendance | $38,896 |
Estimated Cost of Attendance for Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)
The following chart reflects estimated costs for students in the Master of Science in Nursing:
Tuition costs below are computed at 25 credit hours per school year.
Direct Costs:(Paid to Belmont Abbey) |
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| Tuition ($600 X 25 Credit Hours) | $15,000 |
| Learning Fee | $800 |
Indirect Costs:(Estimated expenses not paid to Belmont Abbey) |
|
| Books/Supplies | $200 |
| Food | $2,900 |
| Housing | $14,600 |
| Personal | $2,400 |
| Transportation | $1,900 |
| Loan Fee | $216 |
Total Estimated Cost of Attendance | $38,016 |
Estimated Cost of Attendance for Master of Science in Strategic Analysis
The following chart reflects estimated costs for students in the Master of Science in Strategic Analysis:
Tuition costs below are computed at 24 credit hours per school year.
Direct Costs:(Paid to Belmont Abbey) |
|
| Tuition ($695 X 24 Credit Hours) | $16,680 |
| Learning Fee | $0 |
Indirect Costs:(Estimated expenses not paid to Belmont Abbey) |
|
| Books/Supplies | $200 |
| Food | $2,900 |
| Housing | $14,600 |
| Personal | $2,400 |
| Transportation | $1,900 |
| Loan Fee | $216 |
Total Estimated Cost of Attendance | $38,896 |
Certificate Programs
Tuition & Fees: $995.00
Monthly Payment Plans available.
Refund Policy
Courses that have been dropped 24 hours prior to the start date/time will receive a full refund. There is no refund given if the course is dropped less than 24 hours before the start date/time.
PREPARE FOR ONLINE LEARNING
Belmont Abbey College offers a number of online programs and we want to help you reach your full potential! Learn all about the technical requirements and best practices to complete your online program!
Online Learning at the Abbey
Chart your own course
I have had an amazing experience at Belmont Abbey. The school has had a great deal of flexibility and has been very supportive through my enrollment. I can truly say that I don’t believe that I could have had the same success anywhere else.
MATTHEW JANAZZO 2017
Business Administration and Management
