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Global Pathways BBA Program
Your Business Career Starts in Texas
Bachelor of Business Administration with AI Concentration at Baptist University of the Americas — San Antonio, Texas. F-1 Approved. $6,000/year.
- 1947Founded
- 25+Countries
- $6KPer Year
- 12:1Student-Faculty Ratio
PROGRAM
A Program Designed for Your Success
A rigorous, faith-informed BBA with a cutting-edge AI Concentration — designed for the global business leader of tomorrow.
Faith-Based
Faith Based Values
Founded in 1947, BUA offers a faith-based education rooted in Christian values. Small classes with a 12:1 ratio where professors know your name.
Learn MoreHybrid Model
Hybrid Format
Study online and attend just 3 weekends per semester on campus in San Antonio. Perfect for working professionals and international students.
Learn MoreWork Authorization
CPT/OPT Eligible
12 months of Optional Practical Training (OPT) after graduation lets you work legally in the US in your field of study.
Learn MoreAI & Technology
AI Concentration
Master artificial intelligence, data analytics, and emerging tech tools integrated into every course. Graduate ready for the digital economy.
Learn MoreAffordability
$6,000/Year
Radically accessible education that makes world-class learning attainable for everyone, with flexible payment options starting at $500/month.
Learn MoreCore Curriculum Highlights
- AI Applications in Business
- Business Law
- Ethics, Law and Governance for AI
- AI in Human Resources and Talent Analytics
- Risk Management
- Entrepreneurship and AI Innovation
ADMISSIONS
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Admission Requirements
- Completed Application Form
- Copy of Passport
- Financial Support Documentation
- Official Transcripts (NACES evaluation for international documents)
- English Proficiency — Duolingo English Proficiency Test (DET) Score 90+ — Conditional admission 75–89Take the DET test
Investment
$6,000
Per Academic Year
Payment plan from $500/month
Intake Dates
- Fall 2026 — August
- Spring 2027 — January
Ready to Begin Your Journey?
Limited seats available. Apply today and secure your place at Baptist University of the Americas.
CPT/OPT Practical Experience
Work & Study
Build your international career at the gateway to Silicon Hills. CPT during your studies and 12 months of OPT after graduation let you gain real US experience — just 90 minutes from Austin, the fastest-growing tech corridor in the US.
$70K
Avg. Graduate Starting Salary
$70K
Avg. Graduate Starting Salary
BBA + AI Concentration — Future-Proof Your Career
Graduates of the Bachelor of Business Administration with AI Concentration enter careers in business analytics, data strategy, and AI-driven decision-making — earning between $70,000 and $90,000 per year in one of the fastest-growing job markets in the US.
12 mo
OPT Post-Graduation
OPT at Graduation — 12 Months US Work Authorization
Optional Practical Training gives you 12 months of post-graduation work authorization in the US. Work for any US employer in your field of study after you graduate.
Location
The Texas Advantage
Texas is home to the headquarters of 54 Fortune 500 companies like Tesla, Oracle, and Dell, along with major campuses for global firms such as Apple. With no state income tax, a large and growing economy, and a diverse international population, Texas offers strong opportunities for international students.
San Antonio is one of the largest cities in the United States, known for its multicultural community and relatively affordable cost of living. Located about an hour from Austin — often called the "Silicon Hills" — it provides access to one of the country's fastest-growing tech hubs.
#7
Largest US City
50+
Fortune 500 Companies
Tech & Business Hub
Tesla, Oracle, Dell, Apple, and 50+ major companies call Texas home.
0%
State Income Tax
No State Income Tax
Keep more of what you earn. Texas has zero state income tax.
25+
Nationalities at BUA
Multicultural Community
Over 25 nationalities at BUA. San Antonio is a truly international city.
1hr
to Silicon Hills, Austin
1 Hour from Austin
Direct access to Silicon Hills — the fastest-growing tech corridor in the US.
- #7Largest US City
- 7thFastest-Growing Economy
- $6KTuition / Year
- F-1Visa Approved
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04 — About BUA
Baptist University of the Americas
Founded in 1947 in San Antonio, Texas, Baptist University of the Americas is a private, faith-based institution with a long tradition of serving students from across the Americas and the world. With students from 25+ countries, BUA is a truly international community.
Our mission is to educate and equip students for life and service in a multicultural world. We combine rigorous academic standards with a nurturing, values-driven environment — preparing graduates who lead with integrity, competence, and purpose.
1947
Founded
25+
Countries Represented
12:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
75+
Years of Excellence
Accredited & F-1 Approved
BUA is ABHE accredited and SEVP-certified, ensuring your degree is recognized and your visa status is fully supported.
Fully Accredited & Recognized
Our Accreditations
BUA is fully accredited by the Association for Biblical Higher Education (ABHE), state-authorized by THECB, and SEVP-certified — ensuring your degree is recognized and your F-1 visa is supported.
ABHE Commission on Accreditation
THECB State Authorization
SEVP Certified — F-1 Visa Approved
Your Future Starts Here
Join students from 25+ countries who chose BUA for their US education. Limited seats available for Fall 2026.
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