Tuition & Aid
An Executive MBA is an investment in yourself and your future. The skills, knowledge, and network you develop during the program will benefit you throughout your career. Plus, research consistently indicates the quality return on investment for EMBA graduates.
Executive MBA Tuition and Fees – Fall 2026 Entry
Total program cost: $140,400
Year 1 Tuition & Fees
| Category | Fall | Spring |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition (all students) | $30,864.62 | $31,014.62 |
| EMBA administrative fee | $3,272 | $3,272 |
| Books | $767.50 | $767.50 |
| UMN Student Fee | $45.88 | $45.88 |
| UMN Academic Fee (Fall only) | $150 | – |
| Semester total | $35,100 | $35,100 |
Year 2 Tuition & Fees
| Category | Fall | Spring |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition (all students) | $29,689.12 | $29,689.12 |
| EMBA administrative fee | $5,225 | $5,225 |
| Books | $140 | $140 |
| UMN Student Fee | $45.88 | $45.88 |
| Semester total | $35,100 | $35,100 |
Scholarship amount is applied to the per-semester cost (excluding University/program fees)
Students are billed at the beginning of each semester of the program. In addition to the tuition, students are billed for other education-related expenses each semester.
University/program fees shown are approximate and the mix may be different but the overall program cost does not change during the 2 years.
Tuition & fees cover:
- Registration of required classes
- Costs for courses, workshops, events, and guest speakers
- Textbooks and course material (downloadable case studies and readings)
- Continental breakfast, lunch, snacks, and coffee
- Parking on class days
- Immersion Week lodging, meals, and parking
Note: Laptop required but not included.
The following International Residency costs* are also included in tuition and fees:
- Lodging
- Ground transportation to and from all official visits and orientation dinners
- Required group activities
*Airfare to and from the residency location and airport transportation is the student's responsibility and is not included in tuition and fees.
Financial Aid & Support
When financing your education, several options exist.
Asking for Employer Support
Crafting a case for education support from your organization calls for a detailed and thoughtful plan. We have curated some tips for asking your employer to support your program.
Carlson Graduate Assistant Pay Rates
Graduate Assistants play an important role in the University and the Minnesota Carlson community.
Graduate Labor Union - United Electrical, Radio and Machine Workers of America Local 1105 Eligible Positions
| Level | Minimum Hourly Rate | Criteria |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $27.95 | Graduate Assistants working for Minnesota Carlson who are not enrolled in a CSOM PhD program. Includes Master's level students and PhD students outside of Minnesota Carlson. |
| 2 | $38.19 | PhD student enrolled in a Carlson PhD program. |
Non Labor Represented Graduate Appointments at Minnesota Carlson
| Job Code | Job Code Title | FY2026 Hourly Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 9535 | Professional Program Assistant | $22.84 |