SMITHFIELD, RI – For the first time, Bryant University broke into the Poets&Quants ranking of top undergraduate business schools, claiming the 51st spot in the U.S. in the 2025 survey. Bryant’s undergraduate College of Business also ranked 6th in the nation for academic experience, according to Poets&Quants.
The national survey examines admissions standards, student feedback on academic experience, and career outcomes in determining the rankings.
"As Bryant continues to rise as a leader in business education, we are pleased to take our place among the nation's top undergraduate business schools," said President Ross Gittell, Ph.D. "Notably, our academic experience ranks 6th in the country, a testament to our world-class faculty and integrated academic approach. Bryant is setting new standards for a proactive, market-driven education, and we are proud to be recognized for our unwavering commitment to providing students with an exceptional learning experience."
“Bryant University and our faculty are committed to delivering transformational learning experiences that give our students the opportunity to tackle real-world challenges and empower them to achieve great things,” says Bryant University Provost and Chief Academic Officer Rupendra Paliwal, Ph.D. “This ranking recognizes the effectiveness of that approach, the exceptional career outcomes our students enjoy and their development as purpose-driven leaders who are making a positive difference in the world.”
College of Business Dean Todd M. Alessandri, Ph.D., believes Bryant University’s integrated approach to academics is continuing to advance the institution’s national and international standing. "Bryant's strong emergence in the Poets&Quants ranking is no accident. It's a well-deserved recognition of our exceptional faculty, strong career outcomes, and a dynamic learning environment that provides students with the insights, adaptability, and leadership skills they need to thrive in a complex world.
To learn more about Bryant University’s College of Business, visit bryant.edu/college-business.
About Bryant University
For 160 years, Bryant University has been at the forefront of delivering an exceptional education that anticipates the future and prepares students to be innovative leaders of character in a changing world. The university delivers a uniquely integrated academic and student life experience with nationally recognized academic programs at the intersection of business, liberal arts, and health and behavioral sciences.
Located on a 465-acre contemporary campus in Smithfield, R.I., Bryant enrolls approximately 3,800 undergraduate and graduate students from 41 states and 50 countries. Bryant is recognized as a top 1% national leader in student education outcomes and ROI and regularly receives high rankings from U.S. News and World Report, Money, Bloomberg Businessweek, Wall Street Journal, and College Factual. Bryant.edu
