Increased Interest in Academic Programming and Growing Enrollment Propels B-School to Becoming University’s Largest School
BALTIMORE — Morgan State University’s Earl G. Graves School of Business and Management (Graves School) has earned a spot among the nation’s top business schools, ranking 60th overall in Bloomberg Businessweek’s 2024-2025 Best B-Schools list. This marks the school’s first appearance in the rankings and makes Morgan the only Historically Black College or University (HBCU) to earn an official ranking, and one of just two Maryland institutions recognized on the prestigious list.
The Graves School of Business and Management is widely recognized for its academic excellence and historical significance as the first AACSB-accredited business school at a public institution in Maryland. Consistently ranked among the top five business schools in the state, it is also positioned within the top 15% of business schools nationwide. The Graves School also holds the distinction of being Morgan’s largest academic unit, accounting for 21% of the University’s total student enrollment. This reflects both the growing interest in its dynamic academic programs and its critical role in shaping the next generation of business professionals and entrepreneurs.
“Earning recognition from a trusted organization like Bloomberg Businessweek amplifies Morgan’s legacy of delivering exceptional academic settings designed to maximize the vast potential of our students while preparing them for professional success,” said David K. Wilson, president of Morgan State University. “This recognition not only highlights our leadership in business education but also underscores the transformative impact of our graduates on the global business community. It affirms what we’ve always known—that Morgan’s academic programs are of the highest caliber, celebrated nationally and internationally. Our continued ascent among the top universities is driven by a shared vision and the unwavering dedication of our exceptional students and faculty.”
The Best B-Schools rankings evaluate institutions based on surveys from students, alumni, and recruiters, focusing on five key indexes: Compensation, Learning, Networking, Entrepreneurship, and Diversity. Graves School excelled in the Diversity Index, ranking 3rd nationally, and earned a strong 44th place in Entrepreneurship. The Bloomberg recognition follows on the heels of U.S. News & World Report ranking Morgan State University 10th overall amongst the nation’s best HBCUs.
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Key Takeaways:
- Bloomberg Businessweek’s 2024-2025 “Best B-Schools” list ranked Morgan’s Business School 60th in the nation.
- The “Best B-School” distinction marks Morgan’s first appearance in the Bloomberg Businessweek ranking.
- Morgan is the only Historically Black College or University (HBCU) to earn an official ranking in this year’s listing, and one of just two Maryland institutions recognized on the prestigious list.
- Graves School ranked 3rd nationally in the Diversity Index within the “Best B-Schools” assessment indexes, and 44th in Entrepreneurship.
- Graves School of Business is the first AACSB-accredited business school at a public institution in Maryland.
- The Graves School is Morgan’s largest academic unit, accounting for 21% of the University’s total student enrollment.