Business Schools in Illinois

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Many people think that the best business schools are found on the east coast or the west coast, not much between the two, in “flyover country.” They are quite mistaken! In the heart of the American Midwest, Illinois is home to many excellent institutions granting business degrees. Would it surprise you to learn that two of its colleges are consistently ranked in the country’s top 10 for their MBA programs? Read on to learn more.

The Association accredits all schools shown on our list below to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB), the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP), and the International Accreditation Council for Business Education (IACBE). The schools on our list are all either public or non-profit and regionally accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC). We only include accredited schools on our list because they have been evaluated and certified by prominent, external institutions. Accreditation ensures that programs have clear goals and proven outcomes and that the institution adheres to national and international standards. Accredited schools also provide opportunities for interacting with real-world businesses, providing a broader educational experience.