![The Busch School of Business is proud to announce a major milestone: following its recent accreditation by AACSB International, the School has officially entered the national rankings of undergraduate business programs—earning an impressive #53 ranking from Poets & Quants, placing the School in the top 10% of more than 550 AACSB-accredited business schools in the United States.](/sites/business.catholic.edu/files/styles/article_featured/public/2026-04/dsc00327.jpg?h=b39c5fef&itok=tedm2pT3) 

 The Busch School of Business is proud to announce a major milestone: following its recent accreditation by AACSB International, the School has officially entered the national rankings of undergraduate business programs—earning an impressive #53 ranking from Poets & Quants.

This debut places the Busch School in the **top 10% of more than 550 AACSB-accredited business schools in the United States**, a remarkable achievement that reflects the School’s commitment to excellence in teaching, research, and impact.

Even more notably, the Busch School ranked **\#14 in the nation for quality of academic experience**. This distinction is especially meaningful because it is driven directly by student and alumni feedback. In response to the question, *“Would you recommend your business program to a close friend, colleague, or family member?”*, Busch School graduates gave an outstanding **9.7 out of 10 rating**, placing the School **10th in the country** on this measure.

These results highlight what truly sets the Busch School apart: its people. Faculty, staff, and students together create a distinctive academic environment rooted in excellence and purpose.

Additional national recognitions include:

- **\#31 in career outcomes**
- Accounting program ranked **\#11 in the nation for post-graduation salaries** by The Wall Street Journal

The Busch School’s AACSB accreditation places it among an elite group—**only 6% of business schools worldwide** earn this distinction.

The School also continues to distinguish itself at the graduate level. The Catholic University of America MBA program is uniquely positioned as the **only MBA** that is:

- Granted by a **Carnegie Research 1 institution**
- Accredited by **AACSB**
- Endorsed by the **Cardinal Newman Society**
- Granted by a **Carnegie Research 1 institution**

Together, these recognitions affirm the Busch School’s mission: to form principled business leaders who are truly a force for good.