Top 30 American Universities for Business
See below for detailed description of each university
| Ranking | University | Region | Annual Tuition | GPA | SAT/ACT |
| 1 | Villanova University | NE | $45,966 | 3.86 | SAT: 1370 |
| 2 | University of Notre Dame | MW | $47,929 | 4.02 | SAT: 1480 |
| 3 | Boston College | NE | $50,480 | 3.92 | SAT: 1430 |
| 4 | University of Indiana at Bloomington | MW | $34,246 | 3.62 | SAT: 1250 |
| 5 | University of Virginia | SE | $40,248 | 4.22 | SAT: 1400 |
| 6 | University of Texas at Austin | SE | $52,422 | 3.71 | SAT: 1330 |
| 7 | University of North Carolina – Chapel Hill | SE | $33,648 | 4.56 | SAT: 1370 |
| 8 | University of Michigan at Ann Arbor | MW | $59,784 | 3.82 | SAT: 1430 |
| 9 | New York University | NE | $42,419 | 3.71 | SAT: 1410 |
| 10 | Bentley University | NE | $42,511 | 3.66 | SAT: 1300 |
| 11 | Cornell University | NE | $50,953 | 4.01 | SAT: 1480 |
| 12 | William and Mary University | SE | $41,718 | 4.12 | SAT: 1430 |
| 13 | Wake Forest University | SE | $48,746 | 3.85 | SAT: 1380 |
| 14 | Ohio State University | NE | $29,229 | 3.7 | SAT: 1320 |
| 15 | Emory University | SE | $45,008 | 3.75 | SAT: 1430 |
| 16 | University of Pennsylvania | NE | $47,668 | 3.9 | SAT: 1500 |
| 17 | Georgetown University | SE | $46,744 | 4.01 | SAT: 1460 |
| 18 | Brigham Young University | W | $7,330 | 3.8 | SAT: 1310 |
| 19 | Penn State University | NE | $47,668 | 3.9 | SAT: 1500 |
| 20 | Michigan State University | MW | $24,706 | 3.62 | SAT: 1190 |
| 21 | Southern Methodist University | SE | $45,940 | 3.65 | SAT: 1370 |
| 22 | Northeastern University | NE | $43,440 | 3.94 | SAT: 1440 |
| 23 | Syracuse University | NE | $41,794 | 3.6 | SAT: 1240 |
| 24 | Texas Christian University | SE | $41,648 | 3.59 | SAT: 1270 |
| 25 | Washington University in St. Louis | MW | $46,467 | 4.13 | SAT: 1520 |
| 26 | Carnegie Mellon University | NE | $51,196 | 3.72 | SAT: 1470 |
| 27 | Fordham University | NE | $45,623 | 3.58 | SAT: 1330 |
| 28 | Wisconsin University – Madison | MW | $47,544 | 3.81 | SAT: 1350 |
| 29 | Boston University | NE | $49,176 | 3.59 | SAT: 1370 |
| 30 | University of Miami | SE | $44,400 | 4.2 | SAT: 1380 |
1.) Villanova University
Villanova University is a private university located in Radnor Township, a suburb of Philadelphia. The university was founded in 1842 and is ranked 50th for best National University in 2017. The university has over 6,000 undergraduate students and has top-ranked business and law programs.
The university has an active campus, with clubs ranging from inter-mural sports to community service clubs. The university has a student-faculty ratio of 12:1, and its most popular majors include business, marketing, and social sciences.
| Tuition | Housing | Total | |
| In-state | $45,966 | $13,066 | $59,032 |
| Out-of-state | $45,966 | $13,066 | $59,032 |
2.) University of Notre Dame
The University of Notre Dame is a private university located in South Bend, Indiana, 100 miles from Chicago. The school is highly regarded for its undergraduate education, and enrolls 8,500 students in its programs. The school’s business and law schools are nationally ranked, and its athletic program has fans across the country.
The University of Notre Dame is ranked 7th in the United States for undergraduate teaching. The school has a student-faculty ratio of 10:1, and 60% of its classes have fewer than twenty students. The school has a popular study abroad program, and over half of the students at Notre Dame spend a semester in a foreign country.
| Tuition | Housing | Total | |
| In-state | $47,929 | $14,358 | $62,287 |
| Out-of-state | $47,929 | $14,358 | $62,287 |
3.) Boston College
Boston College is a private university located in the scenic suburban area of Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts. The school’s campus is just six miles from downtown Boston, which allows students to easily travel around the city when they want to get off campus. The college is ranked 30th in the nation overall, and is known for its strong law, business, and nursing.
Boston College has an active campus with over 200 student organizations and 30 NCAA sports programs. More than half of BC students participate in study abroad programs, the schools has a student-faculty ratio of 12:1.
| Tuition | Housing | Total | |
| In-state | $50,480 | $13,818 | $64,298 |
| Out-of-state | $50,480 | $13,818 | $64,298 |
4.) Indiana University – Bloomington
Indiana University is a public university located in Bloomington, Indiana. The university has over 48,000 students and is the flagship institution of the Indiana system. The school is popular with international students with students from over 165 countries enrolling in the university.
The university has programs ranked in the top ten nationally for business, accounting, and marketing. Students at Indiana are able to participate in a wide variety of student activities, in addition to cheering on their consistently successful sports teams. The school has a student-faculty ratio of 17:1 and one third of its classes have fewer than twenty students.
| Tuition | Housing | Total | |
| In-state | $10,388 | $10,040 | $20,428 |
| Out-of-state | $34,246 | $10,040 | $44,286 |
5.) University of Virginia
The University of Virginia is a public university that was founded in 1819 by former president Thomas Jefferson. The school is located in Charlottesville, Virginia, a city two hours south from Washington DC. The university offers over 120 majors and students compete in 26 collegiate sports. The campus is very diverse, and students come to UVA from all 50 states and over 140 countries.
The school has an undergraduate enrollment of 16,000 and is considered one of the top public universities in the country. The student-faculty ratio is 15:1 and 47% of students have fewer than twenty students.
| Tuition | Housing | Total | |
| In-state | $15,722 | $10,726 | $26,448 |
| Out-of-state | $40,248 | $10,726 | $50,974 |
6.) University of Texas – Austin
The University of Texas at Austin is a public school in Austin, Texas. The university is the largest school in Texas and the 7th largest in the country, with over 50,000 students enrolled. The university has over 900 student clubs and two of the largest student publications in the country. In addition to on campus activities students are also able to enjoy cultural and academic opportunities in the surrounding city of Austin.
Austin is divided into 18 different schools, including its highly ranked business, education, and engineering schools. The student-faculty ratio at Austin is 18:1, and 25% of its classes have fewer than twenty students. Alumni of Austin include 15 former US congressman, two former first ladies, and the founder of Dell computers.
| Tuition | Housing | Total | |
| In-state | $9,806 | $ 11,456 | $20,770 |
| Out-of-state | $34,676 | $11,456 | $46,132 |
7.) University of North Carolina – Chapel Hill
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, or UNC, is a public university that was founded in 1789, making it the oldest public university in the country. The university offers degrees in over 70 different areas of study and has an undergraduate enrollment of 29,000 students. The school is a located in the downtown area of Chapel Hill, where students can enjoy a wide range of activities.
UNC is ranked in the top 30 for nationally universities and in the top 15 for best value schools. The university offers over 500 student clubs and programs, and has a student-faculty ratio of 14:1. The school has a long running athletic rivalry with nearby Duke University, and the two schools frequently conduct research together and share facilities.
| Tuition | Housing | Total | |
| In-state | $8,834 | $11,218 | $20,052 |
| Out-of-state | $33,648 | $11,218 | $44,866 |
8.) University of Michigan – Ann Arbor
The University of Michigan is a public university that was founded in 1817. It is has developed a strong reputation for its strong business and engineering schools, as well as for its athletic programs that provide on campus entertainment options for students.
Located 35 miles west of Detroit, Ann Arbor allows students to enjoy all of the benefits of the large city while still being able to live in a quieter town. The university has a student-faculty ratio of 15:1, and 57% of its classes have fewer than 20 students. The university spends more than $1 billion a year on a research, allowing students from all programs to collaborate on these initiatives.
| Tuition | Housing | Total | |
| In-state | $13,856 | $10,554 | $24,410 |
| Out-of-state | $43,476 | $10,554 | $44,132 |
9.) New York University
New York University is a private university based in New York City. the school was founded in 1831 and is considered one of the most influential research universities in the world. The university’s campus is located in six centers around NYC, and the largest center is in Lower Manhattan.
The school has over 50,000 students from more than 180 foreign countries. The university is ranked in the top-40 nationally, and has a student-faculty ratio of 10:1. The school is especially well-known for its film, writing, and business programs.
| Tuition | Housing | Total | |
| In-state | $42,419 | $17,578 | $59,997 |
| Out-of-state | $42,419 | $17,578 | $59,997 |
10.) Bentley University
Bentley University is a private university located in Waltham, Massachusetts, 9 miles west of Boston. The school was founded in 1917 as a school of accounting and finance and it has retained its strong reputation for business education. The school’s location in the suburbs of Boston allows students to gain real-world financial experience while still in college.
The university has a small undergraduate enrollment of 4,200 and a student-faculty ratio of 12:1. The school has over two hundred on campus clubs in addition to a strong athletic program. The most popular majors at Bentley include finance, business, and management.
| Tuition | Housing | Total | |
| In-state | $42,511 | $15,130 | $57,641 |
| Out-of-state | $42,511 | $15,130 | $57,641 |
11.) Cornell University
Cornell University is a private Ivy League university located in Ithaca, New York. The school offers over 100 different majors and has 14,000 undergraduate students. Today the diverse student body includes students from over 120 countries and all 50 American states.
Cornell has top ranked programs in several fields of study, and both their engineering and business programs are in the top 10 nationally. The school has a student-faculty ratio of 9:1, and 55% of its classes have fewer than twenty students.
| Tuition | Housing | Total | |
| In-state | $50,953 | $13,950 | $64,903 |
| Out-of-state | $50,953 | $13,950 | $64,903 |
12.) William and Mary University
The college of William and Mary is a private university in Williamsburg, Virginia. The university was founded in 1693 and is the second oldest university in the country, after Harvard University. The school has a suburban campus in a historic area, and has an undergraduate enrollment of 8,000 students. The university has over 450 student clubs for students who want to stay active and engage with other students.
The university is ranked 12th in the nation for undergraduate teaching thanks to its small class sizes and highly qualified staff. The school has a student-faculty ratio of 12:1, and 50% of its classes have fewer than twenty students. The university has an extensive alumni network, and has graduated three former presidents, including Thomas Jefferson.
| Tuition | Housing | Total | |
| In-state | $18,687 | $11,382 | $29,069 |
| Out-of-state | $41,718 | $11,382 | $53,100 |
13.) Wake Forest University
Wake Forest University is a private university located in the city of Winston-Salem, North Carolina. The university is in the top-10 nationally for its undergraduate teaching and in the top-30 overall. In addition to on campus activities students can take advantage their proximity to Winston-Salem, which is known for its art and innovation. The university is also near opportunities for skiing and for visiting the beaches.
The university offers a wide-range of campus activities, including outdoor ones such as kayaking or even sky-diving. The university has a low student-faculty ratio of 10:1, and 58% of its classes have fewer than twenty students.
| Tuition | Housing | Total | |
| In-state | $44,200 | $14,748 | $58,948 |
| Out-of-state | $44,200 | $14,748 | $58,948 |
14.) Ohio State University
Ohio State is a public university located in Columbus, Ohio. The university has 45,000 undergraduate students and an extensive student life program, with over 1,000 student organizations and a popular athletic program. In addition to on campus activities, students at Ohio State benefit from living in the city of Columbus, which is the 15th largest city in the US and is home to a variety of entertainment and professional opportunities.
Ohio State has a student-faculty ratio of 19:1 and 30% of its classes have fewer than twenty students. The school is ranked in the top twenty national for top public universities, business, and for biological engineering.
| Tuition | Housing | Total | |
| In-state | $10,037 | $11,666 | $21,703 |
| Out-of-state | $29,229 | $11,666 | $40,895 |
15.) Emory University
Emory University is a private university in Druid Hills, Georgia, just outside of Atlanta. The school was founded in 1836 and is one of the 50 oldest schools in the United States. The university has one of the highest endowments in the country and has been recognized by the Carnegie institute for its high scientific research.
The school has an undergraduate enrollment of 7,000 students and has nationally ranked programs in engineering, law, and medicine. The student-faculty ratio at Emory is 8:1, and 60% of its classes have fewer than twenty students.
| Tuition | Housing | Total | |
| In-state | $45,008 | $13,486 | $58,494 |
| Out-of-state | $45,008 | $13,486 | $58,494 |
16.) University of Pennsylvania
The University of Pennsylvania, or U Penn, is a private Ivy League university located in Philadelphia. The school was founded in 1757 by Benjamin Franklin, making it the 6th oldest universities in the United States. The University is located on a large urban campus, separated from downtown Philadelphia but still close enough to allow easy access to the city’s amenities.
U Penn has a student-faculty ratio of 6:1 and 70% of its classes have fewer than twenty students. The university’s business school is the oldest business school in the US, and its alumni include business titans such as Warren Buffet, Elon Musk, and Donald Trump.
| Tuition | Housing | Total | |
| In-state | $47,668 | $13,990 | $61,658 |
| Out-of-state | $47,668 | $13,990 | $61,658 |
17.) Georgetown University
Founded in 1789 Georgetown University is the oldest university in Washington DC. The university has 7,500 undergraduate students and is located in Washington’s historic Georgetown neighborhood. The university is ranked in top-20 nationally, and has especially strong programs in law, international relations, and business.
The university’s location allows students to find internships or jobs working for political or social groups in the city. It also means students are able to take part in all the cultural and athletic opportunities that DC offers. The university has a student-faculty ratio of 11:1, and 60% of its classes have fewer than twenty students.
| Tuition | Housing | Total | |
| In-state | $46,744 | $15,568 | $62,312 |
| Out-of-state | $46,744 | $15,568 | $62,312 |
18.) Brigham Young University
Brigham Young University is a private university in Provo, Utah. The university is run by LDS Church and is the largest religious university in the country, with 26,000 undergraduate students. Approximately 99% of the students are from the church, and 1/3 are from Utah. The university is one of the most affordable private schools in the country, and has top ranked programs for business, languages, and engineering.
Due to its more isolated location, the university has a very active campus with more than 70 student clubs and lots of opportunities for climbing, biking, and hiking in the nearby mountains. The university has a student-faculty ratio of 20:1 and the 55% of its classes allow fewer than twenty students.
| Tuition | Housing | Total | |
| In-state | $7,330 | $7,448 | $14,778 |
| Out-of-state | $7,330 | $7,448 | $14,778 |
19.) Pennsylvania State University
Pennsylvania State University, or Penn State, is a public research university located in University Park, Pennsylvania. The school was founded in 1855 and has an undergraduate enrollment of 46,000. The university has a very active campus, with over 950 clubs and organizations ad opportunities for skiing and hiking in the nearby mountains.
The university has top ranked programs in education and engineering, and is ranked 14th in the country for top public universities. The student-faculty ratio is 16:1, and 40% of classes have fewer than twenty students.
| Tuition | Housing | Total | |
| In-state | $17,900 | $11,860 | $29,760 |
| Out-of-state | $31,346 | $11,860 | $43,206 |
20.) Michigan State University
Michigan State University is a public university located in East Lansing, Michigan, a few miles east of Michigan’s state capital. Today the school has an undergraduate enrollment of 40,000 students and is the 9th largest university in the United States.
MSU students have the options of participating in over 600 different student clubs or to study abroad with one of the school’s 260 different study abroad programs. The school has top ranked programs in business, education, and engineering, and has a student-faculty ratio of 17:1.
| Tuition | Housing | Total | |
| In-state | $14,070 | $9,734 | $24,710 |
| Out-of-state | $45,410 | $9,734 | $55,144 |
21.) Southern Methodist University
Southern Methodist University is a private university in Dallas, Texas. The school was founded in 1911 and has an undergraduate enrollment of 6,400 students. The university’s campus is near the center of Dallas, and is considered to be one of the most beautiful campuses in the country.
SMU is noted for its top business and law programs, and students at SMU are able to find employment or internship opportunities all around the city of Dallas. Students at SMU can participate in the festivals that frequently take place in Dallas, and the school has over 200 student organizations on campus. The university has a student-faculty ratio of 11:1, and 60% of its classes have fewer than twenty students.
| Tuition | Housing | Total | |
| In-state | $45,940 | $16,126 | $62,066 |
| Out-of-state | $45,940 | $16,126 | $62,066 |
22.) Northeastern University
Northeastern University is a private university in Boston, Massachusetts that was established in 1898. The university is considered one of the top universities in the country and has an undergraduate enrollment of 18,000 students.
Northeastern stresses the importance of professional experience before graduation and 90% of its students get internships or professional co=ops during college. Outside of the classroom there are over 300 clubs and students can enjoy history and culture of Boston. The university has a student-faculty ratio of 14:1 and 65% of its classes have fewer than twenty students.
| Tuition | Housing | Total | |
| In-state | $43,440 | $15,600 | $59,040 |
| Out-of-state | $43,440 | $15,600 | $59,040 |
23.) Syracuse University
Syracuse University is a private university in the city of Syracuse, New York in central New York. The university has a history that goes back to 1831 and has an undergraduate enrollment of 15,000 students. The university has a large campus split into 13 different schools with nationally recognized programs in architecture, business, education, and engineering.
Syracuse offers over 300 clubs, including many skiing and snowboarding clubs that take advantage of Syracuse’s long winters. The university offers many study abroad programs, and has a second campus in Florence, Italy. The school has a student-faculty ratio of 16:1 and 60% of its classes have fewer than twenty students.
| Tuition | Housing | Total | |
| In-state | $41,794 | $15,217 | $57,011 |
| Out-of-state | $41,794 | $15,217 | $57,011 |
24.) Texas Christian University
Texas Christian University is a private university located in Fort Worth, Texas. The university has an urban campus just three miles from downtown Fort Worth. The school has an undergraduate enrollment of just under 9,000 students, and the university has been ranked in the top 100 for US universities.
Students are able to choose from over 220 student organizations and Greek life is popular on campus. The university’s mascot is the horned frog, and the school competes in Big 12 sports. The school is near the historic area of downtown Fort Worth, where students can enjoy the Old West feel. The university has a student-faculty ratio of 13:1 and 40% of its classes have fewer than twenty students.
| Tuition | Housing | Total | |
| In-state | $41,648 | $12,000 | $53,648 |
| Out-of-state | $41,648 | $12,000 | $53,648 |
25.) Washington University in St. Louis
Washington University is a private university located in St. Louis, Missouri. The university’s undergraduate program is ranked in the top 20 nationally and attracts students from more than 120 countries. St. Louis provides students with a lot of opportunities for entertainment and dining, and the university maintains over 200 student clubs.
The university is ranked 14th for undergraduate teaching, due to its small class sizes and highly trained faculty. The student-teacher ratio at Washington is 8:1, and 60% of its classes have fewer than twenty students.
| Tuition | Housing | Total | |
| In-state | $46,467 | $15,596 | $62,063 |
| Out-of-state | $46,467 | $15,596 | $62,063 |
26.) Carnegie Mellon
Carnegie Mellon University is a private university in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The university was founded by American philanthropist Andrew Carnegie in 1900, and has grown into one of the top universities in the country. Today the university has an undergraduate enrollment of 6,300 and has top ranked programs in computer science, engineering, and drama.
The university has a student-faculty ratio of 13:1 and 65% of its classes have fewer than twenty students. The most popular majors at Carnegie Mellon are engineering, business, and computer science.
| Tuition | Housing | Total | |
| In-state | $51,196 | $13,270 | $64,466 |
| Out-of-state | $51,196 | $13,270 | $64,466 |
27.) Fordham University
Fordham University is a private university in New York City. The school was founded in 1841 and has 9,000 undergraduate students spread across three campuses. The school is nationally ranked for its law, education, English, and social work works, which are all top-100 in the nation.
Students at Fordham are able to enjoy a wide-range of academic and professional activities in NYC. The students can also enjoy more than 50 on-campus clubs and organizations. The university has a student-faculty ratio of 14:1 and 48% of its classes have fewer than twenty students.
| Tuition | Housing | Total | |
| In-state | $47,317 | $16,350 | $63,667 |
| Out-of-state | $47,317 | $16,350 | $63,677 |
28.) University of Wisconsin – Madison
University of Wisconsin-Madison is a public university in Madison, Wisconsin. The university was founded in 1848 and has an undergraduate enrollment of 30,000 students. Today the university offers over 125 undergraduate majors, 25 collegiate sports, and 800 student organizations.
Wisconsin is consistently rated in the top-10 for public schools in the country, and has exceptional undergraduate programs for business and engineering. The university has a student-faculty ratio of 17:1 and 45% of its classes have fewer than twenty students. Some of the most popular majors include economics, biology, and political science.
| Tuition | Housing | Total | |
| In-state | $10,488 | $8,804 | $19,292 |
| Out-of-state | $32,738 | $8,804 | $42,542 |
29.) Boston University
Boston University is a private university located in Boston, Massachusetts. The university’s campus is situated along the Charles River, near Fenway Park. The school was established in 1839 and has 16,000 undergraduate students.
Boston University has top-ranked programs for law, business, engineering, and education. the university has a student-faculty ratio of 12:1, and 605 of its classes have fewer than twenty students. Famous alumni of BU include Martin Luther King Jr and Bill O’Reilly.
| Tuition | Housing | Total | |
| In-state | $50,240 | $14,870 | $65,110 |
| Out-of-state | $50,240 | $14,870 | $65,110 |
30.) University of Miami
The University of Miami is a private university in Coral Gables, Florida, a small coastal town south of Miami. The school has 11,000 undergraduate students and offers 116 undergraduate majors. The university has an ideal location for students who love the outdoors, especially hiking and water sports.
The university has an active campus, with over 250 clubs and over 30 fraternities and sororities. The university is ranked in the top-50 for national universities and has a student-faculty ratio of 12:1. The most popular majors are business, marketing, and biological sciences.
| Tuition | Housing | Total | |
| In-state | $47,004 | $13,310 | $60,314 |
| Out-of-state | $47,004 | $13,310 | $60,314 |