Most Affordable Business Analytics PhD Programs

A Business Analytics PhD provides gateways into both research-centric environments and leadership roles in the private sector’s industry landscape.

As the field of business analytics grows, PhD programs specifically focused on business analytics are becoming increasingly specialized, catering to a variety of professional goals.

The expanding array of programs complicates the decision-making process. In response, the TechGuide research team has put together a brand-new list of rankings for the most cost-effective Business Analytics PhD programs.

Ranking by Affordability using DSCA-Certified Programs

This year’s rankings for affordability account for both the overall cost of tuition and the quality of education offered. To be considered for our rankings, each Business Analytics PhD program must also be accredited by the Data Science Council of America (DSCA).

Accreditation from the DSCA requires programs to fulfill stringent criteria related to education in data science and analytics, focusing on student learning outcomes and future employability.

Here is this year’s list of the most affordable Business Analytics PhD programs.

Most Affordable Business Analytics PhD Degree Programs for 2024

1. University of Cincinnati

   Cincinnati, Ohio

   
   Program: PhD in Operations, Business Analytics, and Information Systems
   Tuition: $49,920
   Cost per credit: $441 in state | $832 out of state
   Credits: 60
   Delivery Method GRE Required DASCA Designation: Campus
   GRE Required: Required
   DASCA Designation: No
   Learn more: Program details

2. University of South Alabama

   Mobile, Alabama

   
   Program: Phd in Business Administration Business Analytics Concentration
   Tuition: $60,600
   Cost per credit: $505 in state | $1,010 out of state
   Credits: 60
   Delivery Method: Campus
   GRE Required: Not required
   DASCA Designation: No
   Learn more: Program details

3. Capitol Technology University

   Laurel, Maryland

   
   Program: Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Business Analytics and Data Science
   Tuition: $62,700
   Cost per credit: $950
   Credits: 54-66
   Delivery Method: Online
   GRE Required: Not required
   DASCA Designation: No
   Learn more: Program details

4. University of Pittsburgh

   Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

   
   Program: PhD in Business Analytics and Operations
   Tuition: $68,688
   Cost per credit: $954
   Credits: 72
   Delivery Method: Campus
   GRE Required: Required
   DASCA Designation: No
   Learn more: Program details

5. The University of Tennessee, Knoxville

   Knoxville, Tennessee

   
   Program: Ph.D. in Business Analytics
   Tuition: $72,792
   Cost per credit: $751 in state | $1,011 out of state
   Credits: 72
   Delivery Method: Campus
   GRE Required: Required
   DASCA Designation: No
   Learn more: Program details

6. The University of Iowa

   Iowa City, Iowa

   
   Program: Business Analytics (PhD)
   Tuition: $76,320
   Cost per credit: $1,060
   Credits: 72
   Delivery Method: Campus
   GRE Required: Required
   DASCA Designation: No
   Learn more: Program details

7. Drexel University

   Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

   
   Program: PhD in Business with a Specialization in Operations and Business Analytics
   Tuition: $102,268
   Cost per credit: $1,382
   Credits: 74
   Delivery Method: Campus
   GRE Required: Required
   DASCA Designation: No
   Learn more: Program details

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