Develop advanced business research skills through faculty mentorship, quantitative and qualitative methods, and a substantial research project. This MBA option supports students considering doctoral study or research-focused careers.
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"My experience at EIU could not have been better. While in the classroom, I got to learn from amazing, engaging faculty who helped build my skills and confidence, and outside of the classroom, I got to be part of an amazing community and make lifelong memories."Joshua NorthamMBA Research Option | Class of 2026
The MBA Research Option combines advanced business study with focused preparation in research design and analysis. It is a fit if you are considering a Ph.D., an academic career or research-intensive work in consulting, industry or public organizations, and you want to go deep into research methodology.
View in CatalogFederal graduate lending changed on July 1, 2026 - Grad PLUS loans ended for new borrowers and new federal borrowing caps now apply to graduate students. Here's why the math still works at EIU:
Estimated total for this degree: ~$16,665 (tuition and fees)
Estimates use 2026-2027 Illinois-resident tuition and fees and typical full-time enrollment. Your actual costs and aid depend on your program, enrollment, FAFSA, and prior borrowing. Students who borrowed for the same program before July 1, 2026 may have different limits.
$16,665 total, just 17% of your $100,000 federal graduate borrowing limit
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