Marquette Business was recently named a Best Undergraduate Business School of 2026 by Poets&Quants. Receiving a national placement of 45, Marquette holds a top 50 rank among business schools across the United States as well as a top 10 rank in the academic category.
The Poets&Quants ranking process takes a comprehensive approach, evaluating alumni satisfaction, career outcomes and admissions selectivity. These measures offer a rich reflection of the student experience and the real-world impact of business program education.
Additionally, Marquette Business earned a top five placement for alumni ratings. This segment compiled graduate responses to rank program quality, professional networking, alumni connections, and faculty, advising and career support. Marquette earned top 20 rankings for the following 12 prompts based off alumni feedback:
Program Quality
- 5 – Would recommend program
- 8 – Prepared for the world of work
- 10 – Quality of teaching in business courses
- 2 – Soft skills development
- 11 – Extra-curricular opportunities for business skills
Faculty, Advising and Career Support
- 1 – Faculty mentoring availability outside of class
- 7 – Academic advising effectiveness
- 4 – Career coaching
- 15 – First job aligned with desired industry
- 15 – Business degree instrumental to desired career
Professional Networking and Alumni Connections
- 20 – Bringing students into contact with practicing professionals
- 13 – Satisfaction of first job at desired company
These results showcase the impact of a Marquette Business education, both during enrollment and long after graduation. Alumni enjoy strong connections with industry professionals and are prepared to pursue desired careers and find professional success — a testament to the strength of faculty relationships, career services and the Jesuit mission that support the educational journey students experience at Marquette.
These distinctions highlight what sets Marquette Business apart: a community rooted in academic excellence, industry connection and a commitment to shaping ethical, innovative leaders ready to make a difference in the world. When you ask alumni, they rate Marquette Business among the very best.
View the full Poets&Quants alumni rating list here.
