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Fortune ranks top MBA programs for 2025; Harvard, Chicago, Northwestern lead

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Fortune has released its 2025 rankings for the best MBA programs, with Harvard Business School, University of Chicago (Booth), and Northwestern University (Kellogg) securing the top three positions. The ranking methodology considered nearly a dozen data points, including student outcomes like job placement rates and salaries, as well as factors such as GMAT scores and tuition costs. Washington University in St. Louis (Olin) saw a significant jump in the rankings, moving up 18 spots to No. 21, attributed to its strong alumni network and focus on individualized education. AI

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