SMITHFIELD, RI—A year after initially breaking into the Poets&Quants survey of top undergraduate business schools in the country, Bryant University’s undergraduate College of Business was ranked #15 for academic experience and #45 for career outcomes in the 2026 survey.
The national survey considers admissions standards, student feedback on academic experience, and career outcomes in determining the rankings.
“Bryant continues to be recognized as a leader among the nation’s top undergraduate business schools, providing a transformational education that drives exceptional career outcomes,” says President Ross Gittell, Ph.D. “Our strong academic experience ranking is a testament to our faculty’s deep commitment to student outcomes and a curriculum that empowers students to think strategically, collaborate boldly, and lead with purpose.”
“This survey is a recognition of intentional curriculum and learning experiences designed by our faculty, highlighting the success that comes from giving students the opportunity to tackle real-world challenges in an environment that fosters innovation and collaboration,” said Bryant’s Provost and Chief Academic Officer Rupendra Paliwal, Ph.D. “It’s about preparing students for what’s next, providing hands-on learning, global experiences, and high-tech tools that allow them to graduate as purpose-driven leaders ready to make a powerful impact from day one.”
College of Business Dean Todd Alessandri, Ph.D., suggests the latest Poets&Quants findings are just the latest reminder of Bryant’s growing national and international standing. “Since Bryant’s notable emergence in the Poets&Quants rankings last year, the institution has continued to be recognized for our outstanding faculty and interdisciplinary learning approach that provides students with real-world experiences, analytical skills, and the confidence to know they are ready to achieve their career goals.”
To learn more about Bryant’s College of Business, visit bryant.edu/college-business.
About Bryant University
For more than 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 an 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 percent national leader in student education outcomes and ROI and regularly receives high rankings from U.S. News and World Report, QS Stars, Money, Bloomberg Businessweek, Wall Street Journal, and College Factual. Bryant.edu