Considering pursuing your 4-year degree at The University of Iowa or Mount Mercy University? The Business Administration Transfer program prepares you for a career in the diverse area of business while guiding you through the transfer process. The program is based on a strong foundation of both business and general education courses. Upon completion, you may choose to transfer or go directly into the workforce prepared to face a complex and rewarding professional business career.
Kirkwood is the affordable option! We offer more than $3 million in scholarships every year.
Graduates of the Business Administration program will be able to:
Kirkwood’s Business Administration Transfer program is the first and only one to transfer directly to the University of Iowa Tippie College of Business, or to Mount Mercy University. You’ll learn from faculty who will share their real-world business experience in the classroom.
School Year: 2024–25
Program Entry Semester: Fall, Spring, Summer
| Fall | Spring | Fall | Spring | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Credit Hours per Semester | 17 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 65 |
| In-State Tuition | $3,689 | $3,255 | $3,472 | $3,689 | $14,105 |
| Technology Fee per Semester | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $200 |
| Clinical Expenses (mileage, lodging, screenings, etc.) | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Conferences/Seminars | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Course Resources (textbooks, software, etc.) | $691 | $743 | $665 | $735 | $2,834 |
| Course/Section Fees | $37 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $37 |
| Laptop (required devices) | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Testing Fees | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Third Party Credentials | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Tool Sets | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Uniforms | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Other | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Total Estimated Cost | $4,467 | $4,048 | $4,187 | $4,474 | $17,176 |
Costs provided are estimated and based on the following current tuition rates: $217 (In-State), $290 (Out-of-State), $400 (International).
Fees and costs are subject to change.
To view all costs associated with attending college visit our Tuition and Costs page.
Business Administration students are encouraged to join the Kirkwood chapter of Business Professionals of America (BPA) and/or Future Business Leaders of America, INC. (FBLA).
With 45,000 members in more than 1,800 chapters across 25 states and Puerto Rico, as well as an international presence in China, Haiti and Peru, BPA has the ability to enhance student participation in professional, civic, service and social endeavors.
FBLA is the largest business Career and Technical Student Organization in the world, helping more than 230,000 members prepare for careers in business each year.
BPA and FBLA are two of eight recognized members of the National Coordinating Council for Career and Technical Student Organizations (NCC-CTSO). CTSOs are co-curricular groups that help students in career and technical education programs further their knowledge and skills by participating in activities, events, and competitions.
The Business Administration Transfer program will positively impact the student by providing quality education in industry-identified technical skills, soft skills, and business-management knowledge. Students are encouraged to become life-long learners while making a productive contribution to their community and society.