In the recent U.S. News & World Report rankings, the Jerry S. Rawls College of Business stands among the top 10 of the 2025 best online bachelor's programs, demonstrating its commitment to providing high-quality, accessible higher education.
Rawls College's Online BBA Program, new as of fall 2024, sits at No. 8 for Best Online Bachelor's in Business Program. In addition, Rawls College received recognition for its work in providing online educational opportunities for veterans, earning:
- No. 34 Best Online Bachelor's Programs for Veterans - A New Ranking Listed this Year
- No. 19 Best Online Master's in Business Programs for Veterans
- No. 23 Best Online MBA for Veterans
While Texas Tech University continues to sit toward the top of the rankings for Best Online Programs, signifying the university's efforts to offer cost-effective options for a wide range of students, Rawls College's rankings are an impactful contribution to these efforts, and they highlight the dedication of its faculty and staff to expanding access to comprehensive and quality online higher education.
Mary Frances Weatherly, Rawls College Online BBA director and associate professor of practice for marketing and supply chain management, says they are thrilled to be ranked No. 8 and they are excited for the future of the program.
"It's truly a proud moment when hard work and collaboration lead to such recognition, and this ranking is a testament to the collective efforts and dedication that go into creating a strong educational experience for our students," she said. "Having the support from our deans, an amazing undergraduate services center (now the Rawls Experience Hub), and instructors who are 100 percent committed to online education makes all the difference."
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