Two programs at the University of Pittsburgh have been recognized in the latest U.S. News & World Report Best Online Programs rankings, released on January 27.
The part-time MBA program at Pitt’s School of Business was ranked No. 33 nationally, tying with eight other institutions such as George Washington University, the University of Maryland, and Virginia Tech. The program is designed for working professionals and offers instruction from the same faculty as the full-time MBA, maintains a consistent student-to-faculty ratio, and provides opportunities to engage in cohort-based learning and connect with an extensive alumni network.
In addition to this ranking, the Joseph M. Katz Graduate School of Business has recently been named a high ROI business school by Bloomberg and was included as a notable subsidiary on Time magazine’s Top Colleges for Future Leaders list.
“This ranking reflects the strength of Pitt Business’ online MBA experience,” said Gene Anderson, Henry E. Haller Jr. Dean of the School of Business. “We emphasize high-quality teaching, dynamic interaction and blending academic rigor with real-world application. The result is a premium business education delivered in a flexible format that fits seamlessly into our students’ careers and lives.”
Pitt’s School of Education also saw improvement in its national standing, rising 45 spots from last year to reach No. 97 among graduate education programs—tying with eight other schools including American University, Drexel University, and Rutgers University. In U.S. News’ most recent Best Graduate Schools list, Pitt Education ranked No. 35 overall.
“The School of Education’s rise in the U.S. News & World Report rankings highlights the high quality of our graduate programs and the dedication of our faculty and staff,” said Eboni M. Zamani-Gallaher, professor and Renée and Richard Goldman Dean of the School of Education. “Our online programs are expanding access into higher education for all learners and providing flexible pathways for students at every stage of their educational journey. Looking ahead, we will continue to advance our online programs to equip our students with the knowledge, skills, and experiences they need to thrive as educators and leaders.”
U.S. News bases its rankings on data collected through statistical analysis and peer assessment surveys evaluating engagement levels, faculty credentials and training, expert opinion, services provided to students along with available technologies, as well as student excellence.
“The U.S. News methodology validates our commitment to quality online education that includes instructors with strong credentials and ongoing professional development in digital pedagogy, paired with robust student support services,” said Anthony Delitto, Pitt’s associate provost for digital education. “These criteria recognize that expanding access through online programs doesn’t mean compromising on the personalized attention and resources that define excellent graduate education.”
Further information about these offerings can be found on the Pitt Online website or by visiting the Center for Excellence in Digital Education website.
