College of Charleston MBA programs earn national recognition in U.S. News ranking
April 7, 2026
The College of Charleston School of Business is home to two nationally ranked MBA programs, according to U.S. News and World Report’s 2026 Best Graduate Schools ranking.
The College’s one-year, full-time MBA program ranks No. 83 on the 2026 Best Business Rankings (full-time MBA rankings), a five-spot improvement from last year. Known for its high-touch approach and access to the Charleston business community, the program enables students to fast-track their way to an MBA, allowing them to spend less time away from the workforce.
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“These recent rankings reflect the strength of our MBA programs and the positive outcomes our students are seeing,” says Paul Schwager, dean of the College of Charleston School of Business. “They also highlight a collaborative learning environment shaped by committed students, engaged faculty and meaningful employer and alumni connections.”
In addition to the School of Business’s recognition, the College of Charleston’s Master of Public Administration (M.P.A.) program was also named among the nation’s best in the latest U.S. News & World Report Best Public Affairs Schools rankings, reflecting the College’s broader strength across graduate programs.
Applications are now open for the One-Year and Executive MBA programs. For more information about the College of Charleston’s nationally recognized MBA programs, visit: charleston.edu/mba.
Founded in 1770, the College of Charleston’s mission is to provide students with a world-class education in the arts and sciences, business and technology, engineering and health sciences. Students have more than 150 majors and minors from which to choose — and they often choose to combine several—and complement their academic courses with overseas study, undergraduate research and internships for a truly customized education.
Nearly 12,000 students choose the college for its unique urban, mid-sized university feel. The College, home to undergraduates from across the country and around the globe, provides a creative and intellectually stimulating environment where students are challenged and guided by a committed and caring faculty of distinguished teacher-scholars. The city of Charleston serves as a living and learning laboratory for student experiences and opportunities for career development. The university bridges the old with the new in a setting that is truly extraordinary — where historic character and forward-looking innovation come together to shape a distinctive and inspiring environment for learning. A College of Charleston education focuses on discovery and personal growth, as well as preparation for life, work, and service to our society.
