Yes. Virscend is institutionally accredited by WSCUC (WASC Senior College and University Commission), and it first received that status in 2023. Its most recent Commission action was on 20 November 2025. The university also has California BPPE approval to operate, but that is state permission, not accreditation.

Yes, both programmes are 100% online, so you can study from Doha or anywhere else in Qatar. Your coursework runs through the university’s online course management system. There is no need to relocate to California.

The MBA runs for 30 months and has 11 courses (34 units). Each class lasts up to 8 weeks and asks for about 5 to 8 hours of study a week. The textbooks are free, open-access materials, so you won’t be buying a stack of books.

The DBA is a 60-credit-hour doctoral programme that also takes 30 months. You study in 4-week intensive modules and take two modules a month. Each intake is capped at 20 students, so places are limited.

You need a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution with a GPA of 2.75 or higher. If your GPA is lower, a personal statement may help your case. You’ll also submit a resume, a personal essay, official transcripts, a government ID and the Information Competency Assessment. International degrees need a degree evaluation and proof of English, for example IELTS 6.0 or TOEFL iBT 80.

Virscend uses rolling admission, so there is no single deadline to chase. The MBA starts on the 1st of every month, which gives you 12 start dates a year. An admissions committee reviews each application as it arrives.

Yes. You can start as a non-degree student and take the first class. If the programme doesn’t suit you, you can ask for a full refund before that first class ends.

No, Virscend does not distribute federal financial aid. For current tuition and payment options, speak to an Edzip Education advisor. They can also help you check eligibility, prepare your documents and submit your application.