Capella University

As an accredited university, Capella University takes online education to a higher level. We believe that real, life-changing learning happens in an environment of academic excellence, challenge, and personal connection.

We develop degree programs based on professional standards and employer recommendations so that from the beginning, your program delivers what you need to succeed in your field. Measuring learning outcomes and career accomplishments lets you see exactly how others have benefitted from their Capella education.

Capella University holds commencement ceremonies twice each year: in Minneapolis each August, and in another major U.S. city each February or March. We also provide live and archived webcasts of the ceremony for graduates, family, and friends who are unable to attend in person.

The founders of Capella University envisioned a new kind of university that adult learners could attend from any location. Today, more than 37,100 adult professionals attend Capella University online.

Online MBA Programs Offered By Capella University

School Information

Accrediting Agency

Capella University is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission and a member of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools (NCA), 30 N. LaSalle Street, Suite 2400, Chicago, IL 60602-2504, (312) 263-0456.

Address

225 South 6th Street, 9th Floor Minneapolis, MN 55402 US

Institution Type

Private, for-profit, Higher Education

Online Enrollment

Yes

Calendar Type

Continuous enrollment.

Creadit EarningOptions

You can petition to earn college credit for previous work and learning experiences, including IT certifications, business certificates, work experience/training, DANTES and CLEP examinations.

Delivery Format

Courses are accessible anytime day or night, from any Internet connection. Students usually need to log in 2-5 times per week to download assignments, read and contribute to class discussions, review faculty feedback, and more.

Carnegie Classification

Specialized Institution—Other

Tech Requirements

PC with Windows 98/ME, 1GHz processor; 256 MB RAM; minimum requirement of MS Internet Explorer 6.0, Netscape 6.2; at least 56K modem; e-mail address; word processor; sound card; speakers; video card; monitor display capable of at least 800x600 resolu

Geographic Restrictions

International applicants must have attended an internationally recognized institution. Applicants for whom English is not a first language must provide evidence of English proficiency.

On Campus Requirement

All doctoral programs, clinically-focused master's programs, and some postmaster's programs require learners to attend academic residencies, either colloquia or the year-in-residence, offered in various locations.

Loan Offered

Capella participates in Federal financial aid programs including the Federal Pell Grant Program and Federal Stafford Loan Program. Capella is also eligible to certify Veterans Educational Benefits and can provide info on other non-federal loan progra

Scholarships Offered

Capella University has three scholarship options available, including internal scholarships, external scholarships, and free scholarship search engines that are available to learners.

Average Cost per Credit

Tuition varies by school and degree program. To receive detailed information on Capella's tuition rates, request a free University Guide.