Rice Business MBA programs are ranked among the top five in The Princeton Review’s Best Business Schools rankings for 2025. The school is No. 3 in the nation for Best MBA Program for Finance, up two spots from last year, and No. 5 for Best Online MBA.
The finance program has ranked in the top 10 for eight consecutive years, while the online MBA has placed in the top five for four straight years — a testament to Rice Business’ continued excellence and growing national reputation.
“These rankings reflect the commitment of our faculty and staff, the drive and talent of our students and the strong support of our alumni and partners,” said Peter Rodriguez, dean of Rice Business. “They are exceptional honors but also reminders — not just of our top-tier programs and world-class faculty and students but of our broader impact on the future of business education.”
The recognition from The Princeton Review places Rice Business among the most elite business schools in the country, particularly in the area of finance, and showcases the growing strength and accessibility of its online MBA offerings. The continued upward trajectory in these rankings underscores the university’s strategic focus on academic excellence, innovation and community engagement.
“As we celebrate these honors, we also remain committed to raising the bar,” Rodriguez said. “Together, we will continue to challenge, inspire and prepare the next generation of business leaders.”
The on-campus MBA rankings are based on surveys of administrators at 244 business schools and more than 22,800 students over the past three years. The online MBA rankings are based on surveys of administrators at 146 schools, assessing admissions, selectivity, faculty credentials, technology, graduation rates and career outcomes.
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