How to Decide Between a Part-Time and Full-Time MBA

Written by Michelle Cliftonon May 27th, 2019

I began my career in higher education at Rhode Island School of Design, working with student accounts and student loans. At Babson College, I worked in a variety of roles in Student Financial Services, which allowed me to experience all aspects of the department including financial aid, student loans, and student accounts. As the associate director of financial aid, I provided financial aid counseling for undergraduate and graduate students, reviewed and awarded applications, processed appeals, and oversaw all loan processes. I have also been an active member of the Massachusetts Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators for almost a decade, serving on various committees. I am a volunteer for FAFSA Day Massachusetts, guiding students and parents to complete the online financial aid applications.

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The decision to go back to school to pursue an MBA is not an easy one. Adding studies to a plate already full with work, family, and more can be a lot to take on, and that’s before even considering the cost of furthering your education. A related decision to contemplate is whether you want to pursue your MBA on a full-time or part-time basis, and how the cost of these two options may compare and fit into your life as an adult student. College finance expert and former Babson College financial aid officer, Michelle Clifton walks you through how to decide between a part-time and full-time MBA in her latest article on the Fortuna Admissions blog. Click here to access “Full-Time vs. Part-Time MBA: Comparing Your Net Cost.”

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Written by Michelle Cliftonon May 27th, 2019

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