School of Graduate and Professional Studies
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With our graduate programs, Belmont Abbey College is the ideal environment to strengthen your career path and uncover your true calling. Grounded in the Catholic faith and Benedictine tradition, we provide guidance to our students, enabling them to lead purposeful, driven lives with integrity. We nurture your development as an ethical and well-rounded leader, equipping you to become the future leaders in business, government, and healthcare.
At Belmont Abbey College, our #1 ranked, seasoned, and talented faculty goes beyond the role of educators. Our faculty possess the knowledge and proficiency to equip you with the necessary skills, whether in the fields of business, healthcare administration, nursing, or data analytics. They act as mentors, guides, and cultivators of your entire being—mind, body, and soul. Our faculty genuinely care about your success, and you’ll have the opportunity to connect with them individually, whether virtually or during in-person office hours. They are dedicated to supporting you, and the online programs’ flexibility and freedom allow you to learn according to your schedule, with faculty by your side every step of the way.
Equipped with the necessary tools, skills, and knowledge, we empower you to make wise decisions and emerge as a leader in your chosen field.
New Graduate Degree Programs
Master of Arts in Motorsport Management
As the only graduate program of its kind in the United States, the Abbey’s MA in Motorsport Management provides a comprehensive understanding of the technical, interpersonal, and strategic skills needed to succeed as a professional in the dynamic motorsport industry. You will gain valuable insights into the governance and legal frameworks of motorsport organizations, preparing you for careers in marketing, team management, finance, and community relations.
Master of Arts in Communication
The Master of Arts in Communication program at Belmont Abbey College embodies the Benedictine Hallmarks of community and stability by having students actively engage in active listening and communication with each other, nurturing learning and actively seeking Truth, and building lasting relationships through open communication practices. Ethical tenants are embedded into this program as students are encouraged to engage in practices that foster intellectual breakthroughs and cultivate habits of mind that will transform students.
Master of Arts in Sport Management
This program fosters critical thinking, strategic decision-making, and innovative problem-solving. You will develop essential leadership and management skills to excel in executive roles within sports teams, leagues, and organizations, while learning to build powerful brands, engage fans, and drive sustainable revenue growth through innovative marketing and digital strategies. In addition, you will receive exclusive access to networking opportunities with industry leaders and professionals.
Master of Arts in Classical and Liberal Education
The Master of Arts in Classical and Liberal Education will provide the formation necessary for you to flourish as an educator, leader, or administrator in a classical K-12 school setting. By studying classical pedagogy, the great books, the liberal arts, and the Catholic intellectual tradition, you will examine life’s fundamental questions and explore how to practically apply these principles in forming students in the true, the good, and the beautiful.
Master of Business Administration (MBA)
Our online MBA explores the connection between ethics and business and instills a strong business acumen focused on critical thinking, analytical skills, and ethical decision-making. We prepare students to succeed at the highest levels in global business while growing intellectually and spiritually. Our MBA is a 100% online graduate degree and can be completed in just one year.
Master of Arts in Leadership
The Master of Arts in Leadership program prepares students for careers in a variety of fields while demonstrating strong ethical and transformational leadership within organizations. This fully online graduate degree program can be completed in just one year and can fit into any schedule!
Master of Science in Nursing — Nurse Educator
The demand for skilled healthcare professionals is at an all-time high, creating a critical need for knowledgeable and compassionate nurse educators. Capitalize on this opportunity to amplify your career and influence with our online MSN – Nurse Educator program. You can complete this online degree program in 16 months. This program equips you to become an impactful educator and a transformative leader.
Master of Science in Data Analytics
Our Master of Science in Data Analytics produces leaders who demonstrate decision intelligence, the practical discipline of mind used to improve decision making by explicitly understanding and engineering how decisions are made and how outcomes are evaluated, managed and improved by evidence. This graduate degree program is 100% online and can be completed in just 12 months!
- Master of Business Administration (MBA)
- Master of Arts in Communication
- Master of Arts in Classical and Liberal Education
- Master of Arts in Leadership
- Master of Arts in Motorsport Management
- Master of Arts in Sport Management
- Master of Science in Nursing Leadership (MSN)
- Master of Science in Data Analytics
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) |
|
| 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 |
Opting to further your education is a big step and you want to be sure you find a college that provides a quality education while aligning with your values. At Belmont Abbey College, your success matters. With us, you’ll find nationally ranked and dedicated faculty, networking opportunities, and like-minded peers to support you along the way.
All of our programs focus on you as a whole person, so that you build the skills necessary to thrive in your career and beyond. If you are searching for graduate degrees in North Carolina, choose a college that inspires you. Choose Belmont Abbey.
Discover the Private College Graduate Degrees You Can Earn in North Carolina at Belmont Abbey College
At Belmont Abbey, we believe in the development of a person as a whole. Our graduate programs foster virtue and excellence, preparing you for ethical leadership in your industry.
Pursuing graduate degrees with Belmont Abbey in Charlotte, North Carolina will ready you for a successful future. With education focused on your personal success, there is no doubt that you’ll be prepared for the rapidly changing world and the opportunities and challenges that come along with it. We want you to discover a program that inspires you, which is why we offer a range of diverse studies to choose from. These programs include:
Why Choose Belmont Abbey to Pursue Catholic College Graduate Degrees in Charlotte, NC
When selecting a graduate program, you want to pick one that aligns with your values. At Belmont Abbey, our Charlotte, North Carolina Catholic college graduate degrees combine premier education with Catholic tenets, so you don’t have to compromise your faith to achieve your goals.
Our unique approach to education goes hand in hand with values, so that you can work toward your full potential. We provide you the tools you need to build the knowledge and critical thinking skills necessary to thrive in your career and in your life. Our North Carolina private college graduate degrees are affordable, flexible and 100% online. Advance your career on your schedule.
In addition to the freedom of creating your own schedule, other benefits of our online programs include:
- No administrative or application fees
- The Abbey’s Catholic intellectual tradition transferred to the online space
- Flexible synchronous and asynchronous instruction taught by trained, nationally ranked faculty
- Personalized attention the whole way, either on Zoom or in one-on-one meetings
- Offered in all U.S. states, Puerto Rico, Washington D.C., and the U.S. Virgin Islands
- Free tutoring to give you support when you need it
Apply to Any of Our Charlotte, NC Private College Graduate Degrees
If you have any questions regarding our programs or where to start with Charlotte, NC graduate degrees at Belmont Abbey, please request more information. If you’re ready to get started, please apply to our programs today.
We look forward to speaking with you and helping you advance your future!
At Belmont Abbey College, our commitment is to encourage and support you as you fulfill your God-given vocation. Getting a Graduate degree is an important decision, and we are here to make your journey easier. Our Graduate curriculums are founded in Benedictine teachings to help you develop as an ethical, transformational leader in your field. You’ll study under #1 ranked faculty by U.S. News & World Report that truly care and deliver an online experience that feels personal. Our affordable, online programs are designed to fit seamlessly into your busy schedule. Plus, our MBA, MA in Leadership, and MS in Data Analytics can be completed within 12 months! Experience the Abbey Difference – apply today.
