How are MBA Programs Outside the Top 14 Viewed?

How are MBA programs outside the top 14 but still in the top 25 viewed? Ex. UT-McCombs, UCLA Anderson, Georgetown McDonough etc.

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IllumiNation is right on. Where you're headed means a lot. If you want to go into international development or work for an organization like the World Bank, Georgetown could be excellent -- really top tier. Same with UT and the energy industry or UCLA and Entertainment and Media. Geography is also relevant even outside of these industries for these programs.

Where you're coming from counts too. What kind of salary are you currently making (and I don't expect you to post that) and what would you likely make in your desired industry and location attending the school you name? Are you likely to see ROI?

Finally, what schools are likely to accept you?. If M7 isn't likely to accept you, do you want to take the steps necessary to make yourself competitive at those programs? If not they aren't an option and you're really back to "Do I want to attend these programs that are excellent in certain regions and industries."

You might be interested in our free guide, https://reports.accepted.com/mba/where-you-should-apply</a">Best MBA Programs: A Guide to Selecting the Right One. .

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