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Kelley Direct MBA Tops U.S. News Rankings Again

1/22/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Indiana University's Kelley Direct online MBA program secured the top spot in U.S. News' 2025 rankings, achieving this for the tenth time in 13 years.
The ranking assessed 355 online MBA programs, with Kelley experiencing a 69% enrollment surge since 2020.
Kenan-Flagler and Carnegie Mellon followed in 2nd and 3rd place, respectively.
The University of Kansas maintained its top 10 position, ranking 7th for three consecutive years.
The University of Mississippi ranked 25th among public universities, showcasing strong faculty and student success.

History

Historical Context

Indiana University's Kelley Direct online MBA program has topped U.S. News rankings for the tenth time in 13 years, reflecting a broader trend in higher education towards online learning. This shift gained momentum during the COVID-19 pandemic, similar to the rise of distance education in the late 1990s, which transformed access to higher education and allowed institutions to reach a global audience.

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Story summary

Indiana University's Kelley Direct online MBA program secured the top spot in U.S. News' 2025 rankings, achieving this for the tenth time in 13 years.
The ranking assessed 355 online MBA programs, with Kelley experiencing a 69% enrollment surge since 2020.
Kenan-Flagler and Carnegie Mellon followed in 2nd and 3rd place, respectively.
The University of Kansas maintained its top 10 position, ranking 7th for three consecutive years.
The University of Mississippi ranked 25th among public universities, showcasing strong faculty and student success.

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