Louisiana State University – E. J. Ourso College of Business
One-Year MBA
Full-time
- Baton Rouge, Louisiana, USA
- 11 months
- USD 49,876.57 entire program · Out-of-state (+1 more)
- Next deadline: December 5, 2026 (Early decision)
Louisiana State UniversityE. J. Ourso College of Business
Two-Year MBA
Degree awarded by Louisiana State University
MBAFull-timeOn-campusWeekday classes
- Location
- Baton Rouge, Louisiana, USA
- Duration
- 22 months
- Teaching language
- English
- Next verified deadline
- December 5, 2026 (Early decision)
Facts last verified October 5, 2026. MBA Schools Directory is independent and does not process applications. Applications are made on the school's official website.
Program overview
A cohort-based curriculum with one introductory course, 12 core MBA courses and 4 electives, totalling 50 credit hours. Semesters are split into two eight-week modules, and an optional spring-break global immersion counts toward the elective requirement.
- Intakes
- July, August Source: lsu.edu · verified October 5, 2026
- Duration
- 22 months Source: lsu.edu · verified October 5, 2026
- Campus
- Baton Rouge — Baton Rouge, Louisiana, USA1053 Business Education Complex, 501 South Quad Drive, Baton Rouge, LA 70803
- Joint / dual degrees
- JD/MBA
Tuition and fees
Each figure keeps the applicant category, fee basis and period the school publishes.
| Applicant category | Amount | Fee basis | Period |
|---|---|---|---|
| In-state — In-state | USD 40,436.83 Includes: Estimated tuition and fees, Summer 2026 through Spring 2028. Source: lsu.edu · verified October 5, 2026 | entire program | Summer 2026 - Spring 2028 (estimate) |
| Out-of-state — Out-of-state | USD 75,170.49 Includes: Estimated tuition and fees, Summer 2026 through Spring 2028. Source: lsu.edu · verified October 5, 2026 | entire program | Summer 2026 - Spring 2028 (estimate) |
Other published fees
- MBA Professional Program Fee: USD 2,000 · mandatory Source: lsu.edu · verified October 5, 2026
Amounts are shown in the currency published by the school and are not converted. Living costs are not included.
Admissions requirements
Requirements
- Academic qualification
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited U.S. institution or equivalent; GPA of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scaleSource: lsu.edu · verified October 5, 2026
- Work experience
- Minimum 0 years (published requirement)Prior work experience is not required for the Two-Year and One-Year programsSource: lsu.edu · verified October 5, 2026
- Essays
- RequiredPersonal statement on how an MBA will position you for career development and personal growthSource: lsu.edu · verified October 5, 2026
- References
- Required2 referencesSource: lsu.edu · verified October 5, 2026
- Interview
- RequiredInterview with Flores MBA Program staff, in person in Baton Rouge area or via ZoomSource: lsu.edu · verified October 5, 2026
- Application fee
- USD 50Source: lsu.edu · verified October 5, 2026
Admission tests
- GMAT / GRE / EA
- Not verified — missing information does not mean the test is not required.
English language
- TOEFL / IELTS / other
- Not verified
GMAT Focus Edition (205–805) and the classic GMAT (200–800) use different scales. A published minimum and a class average are different things; both are labelled. English requirements and waivers depend on each school's policy and your own background.
Application deadlines
| Intake | Round | Deadline | Applicants | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Not stated | Early decision | December 5, 2026Source: lsu.edu · verified October 5, 2026 | Domestic applicants | Upcoming |
| Not stated | Second round | February 13, 2027Source: lsu.edu · verified October 5, 2026 | Domestic applicants | Upcoming |
| Not stated | Final | April 15, 2027Source: lsu.edu · verified October 5, 2026 | Domestic applicants | Upcoming |
| Not stated | Final | April 15, 2027Source: lsu.edu · verified October 5, 2026 | International applicants | Upcoming |
Past dates are shown as passed and are never rolled forward. A date without a year is marked “Date not confirmed”.
Scholarships
Merit-based scholarships and Graduate Assistantships
- Benefit
- GA awards provide a monthly stipend and waive the LSU nonresident fee for out-of-state students
- Basis
- Merit-based
- Eligibility
- Competitive basis; all applicants are evaluated during admission
- Application
- Considered with the program application
Official scholarship pageSource: lsu.edu · verified October 5, 2026
Accreditation
- AACSB International — Business schoolAccreditation of the business school. It does not by itself confirm that every campus or program is covered.Source: lsu.edu · verified October 5, 2026
Other MBA programs at Louisiana State University – E. J. Ourso College of Business
Louisiana State University – E. J. Ourso College of Business
Online Flores MBA
Online
- Baton Rouge, Louisiana, USA
- As few as 18 months; students can also complete the program over a longer period
- USD 40,140 entire program · All applicants
- Next deadline: October 5, 2026
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