William & Mary's Raymond A. Mason School of Business soars to No. 20 in Poets&Quants' Best Undergraduate Business Schools of 2025
In exciting news, the Raymond A. Mason School of Business at William & Mary has secured a spot among the top 20 undergraduate business programs in the United States, climbing an impressive 28 positions to No. 20 in Poets&Quants' Best Undergraduate Business Schools of 2025 ranking. This marks a significant leap from No. 48 in 2024 and No. 68 in 2023, highlighting the school's swift rise in the competitive world of business education.
The milestone achievement is especially significant given that the Mason School faced challenges in meeting the crucial alumni response threshold for Poets&Quants' rankings in 2022. However, the school has successfully met this benchmark for three consecutive years, a critical factor in its ascent in the rankings. This achievement reflects the school's growing reputation, the strength of its curriculum, and the increasing satisfaction among its alumni network.
"We are incredibly proud of the progress we've made, and this ranking is a testament to the hard work of our faculty, staff, students, and alumni," said Terry Hinders, associate dean of the undergraduate business programs at the Raymond A. Mason School of Business. "This ranking is not just a number – it represents our community's dedication in providing a world-class education and experience that empowers our students to succeed in an ever-changing global economy."
The rise of William & Mary's Raymond A. Mason School of Business is part of a broader trend in business education as schools continue to adapt to changing market demands and student expectations. The school's strong performance in the rankings is attributed to its innovative academic programs, comprehensive career services, and strong alumni network that actively engages with current students and contributes to the school's growth.
The Poets&Quants ranking, which evaluates schools based on key metrics such as alumni satisfaction, employment outcomes, academic rigor, and faculty quality, places a premium on the responses and experiences of graduates. As William & Mary's alumni base has grown, so too has the positive feedback, contributing to the school's rise through the ranks.
As the Raymond A. Mason School of Business looks to the future, it is clear that the school's trajectory remains on an upward path. With its top 20 placement, the Mason School has cemented its position as a leader in undergraduate business education, poised to continue its upward momentum in the years to come.
