Earn Your MBA on Your Terms with Penn State Smeal
The Part-Time Hybrid MBA from the AACSB-accredited Penn State Smeal College of Business is a top-ranked program designed for working professionals. You will complete most of your degree virtually, with live remote classes delivered via immersive learning technology that delivers the full classroom experience digitally.
Program Highlights:
- Built for professionals balancing work and life
- Classes scheduled on evenings and weekends
- Finish in two years alongside your cohort
- Connect with your peers at four 2.5-day in-person immersions
- No GMAT required
- STEM designated
The Smeal College of Business by the Numbers
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No. 11
for faculty quality
Smeal professors rank among the best in the world.
-The Economist
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Top 10%
for graduate success
Penn Staters rank in the top 10% for employer reputation and employment outcomes.
-QS World University Rankings
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96k+
Smeal alumni
Leverage the power of the alumni network during your time in the program and throughout your professional career.
Smeal College of Business by the Numbers
-
No. 11
for faculty quality
Smeal professors rank among the best in the world.
-The Economist
-
Top 10%
for graduate success
Penn Staters rank in the top 10% for employer reputation and employment outcomes.
-QS World University Rankings
-
96k+
Smeal alumni
Leverage the power of the alumni network during your time in the program and throughout your professional career.
Virtual Convenience. In-Person Connections. One Powerful MBA.
The Part-Time Hybrid MBA at Penn State Smeal blends the flexibility of live remote learning with the power of in-person connection.
Each semester kicks off with a 2.5-day residency at Penn State’s University Park campus – your chance to meet your cohort, engage with faculty, and build lasting relationships.
Afterward, join live virtual classes from anywhere, taught from Smeal’s cutting-edge immersive studios. Each session feels like a real classroom experience, with interactive tools, discussions, and collaboration in real time.
- On-campus kickoff: 2.5-day residency each semester at University Park
- Live remote classes: Real-time instruction, not pre-recorded lectures
- Flexible schedule: Designed for working professionals, with evening and weekend sessions
- Collaborative learning: Opportunities to build your network and learn alongside a supportive cohort
- Career support: Personalized coaching, alumni connections, and employer partnerships
Find Your Path at Smeal – And See Where It Could Take You.
Every learner’s journey is unique, and at Smeal, we embrace that.
Whether you're launching your career, looking to pivot into a new field, or building on decades of experience, your goals, priorities, and pace are uniquely yours. That’s why we offer a wide portfolio of programs to meet you where you are and take you where you want to go.
Choose from accelerated, one-year residential master’s programs or a hybrid format that blends on-campus connection with virtual instruction. With personalized advising, executive-level faculty, and Penn State’s global network 800,000+ strong, Smeal isn’t just a business school – we're a business partner for life.
Invest in Your Future
A graduate degree from The Smeal College of Business at Penn State is an investment that pays dividends for a lifetime. You'll benefit from competitive in-state tuition* and join one of the largest and most influential alumni networks in the country – more than 96k Smeal graduates and 800k+ Penn Staters worldwide. Through connections, events, and career services, the Smeal community supports your success long after graduation.
*Tuition is not differentiated by residency for the Executive DBA or online programs.
Gain a Powerful Network of Business Partners at Smeal
When you earn your graduate degree at Penn State Smeal, you join a global community of lifelong business partners.
Let’s go into business, together.
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An MBA from Smeal can help you achieve lasting success and leadership in a competitive business world. Let us know how to get in touch so we can share program details, admission information, and how Smeal can help you reach your goals.
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Virtual Convenience. In-Person Connections. One Powerful MBA.
The Part-Time Hybrid MBA at Penn State Smeal blends the flexibility of live remote learning with the power of in-person connection.
Each semester kicks off with a 2.5-day residency at Penn State’s University Park campus – your chance to meet your cohort, engage with faculty, and build lasting relationships.
Afterward, join live virtual classes from anywhere, taught from Smeal’s cutting-edge immersive studios. Each session feels like a real classroom experience, with interactive tools, discussions, and collaboration in real time.
- On-campus kickoff: 2.5-day residency each semester at University Park
- Live remote classes: Real-time instruction, not pre-recorded lectures
- Flexible schedule: Designed for working professionals, with evening and weekend sessions
- Collaborative learning: Opportunities to build your network and learn alongside a supportive cohort
- Career support: Personalized coaching, alumni connections, and employer partnerships
Find Your Path at Smeal – And See Where It Could Take You.
Every learner’s journey is unique, and at Smeal, we embrace that.
Whether you're launching your career, looking to pivot into a new field, or building on decades of experience, your goals, priorities, and pace are uniquely yours. That’s why we offer a wide portfolio of programs to meet you where you are and take you where you want to go.
Choose from accelerated, one-year residential master’s programs or a hybrid format that blends on-campus connection with virtual instruction. With personalized advising, executive-level faculty, and Penn State’s global network 800,000+ strong, Smeal isn’t just a business school – we're a business partner for life.
Invest in Your Future
A graduate degree from The Smeal College of Business at Penn State is an investment that pays dividends for a lifetime. You'll benefit from competitive in-state tuition* and join one of the largest and most influential alumni networks in the country – more than 96k Smeal graduates and 800k+ Penn Staters worldwide. Through connections, events, and career services, the Smeal community supports your success long after graduation.
*Tuition is not differentiated by residency for the Executive DBA or online programs.
Your Next Great Opportunity Starts Here. Apply Today!
At Penn State Smeal, we believe in your potential to lead, innovate, and make a lasting impact. Take the next step toward success and join a community of driven professionals who are shaping the future of business.
Apply now and benefit from:
- No GMAT or GRE scores required
- No letters of recommendation required*
Have Questions?
If you have any questions or want to learn more about how Penn State Smeal can help you achieve your goals, don’t hesitate to reach out. We're here to guide you every step of the way.