Grace College

Programme overview

Grace College offers a 100% online Master of Business Administration with a Nonprofit Management concentration built on a biblically integrated MBA framework. The program follows a cohort model, can be completed in approximately two years, and comprises 37 credit hours. It emphasizes sustainability, servant leadership, and practical skills for faith-based and community-focused organizations. Total program price is $20,350. The School of Business holds ACBSP accreditation and Grace College is an accredited member of the Higher Learning Commission.

What you'll study

Courses focus on applying core business functions inside nonprofit settings. Specific classes named in the program include:

• Nonprofit Leadership and Governance
• Fundraising and Grant Writing
• Social Enterprise Development
• Strategic Planning for Nonprofits

The curriculum emphasizes finance, marketing, operations, and strategic management adapted to nonprofit contexts, together with a biblical perspective on service and stewardship. Instruction is designed for immediate application in churches, missions, community development, and global aid.

Entry requirements

To be admitted students must hold a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution and have a minimum undergraduate GPA of 2.75. Applicants complete an online application and submit transcripts (to admissions@grace.edu). The admissions steps outlined are: free online application, transcript request, and an admission decision; applicants are advised to apply at least one month before the term start and late applicants are considered on a space-available basis.

Career prospects

Graduates are prepared for leadership roles within nonprofit and faith-based organizations. Roles listed by the program include Executive Director, Director of Development, Fundraising Manager, Financial Manager, Program Manager, and Church Administrator. The MBA targets advancement into executive or director-level positions, stronger financial sustainability and strategic capacity, and opportunities in social enterprise or global missions.

Scholarships & funding angle (general)

The program page references financial aid and scholarships at the institution level; prospective students should contact Grace College financial aid services for program-specific funding options, and consider employer support, scholarships, and federal student aid where eligible.