U.S. News & World Report ranks Longwood among 2026 Best Online MBA programs

"This recognition validates our commitment to delivering exceptional value and transformative learning experiences for working professionals," said Dr. Khawaja Mamun, Dean of Longwood's College of Business and Economics, which is accredited by AACSB International. "We continue to enhance our program while staying true to Longwood's hallmark-faculty who are deeply invested in each student's success and provide the individualized attention that makes a real difference."

For the 2026 Best Online MBA rankings, U.S. News ranked institutions using five categories: engagement, peer assessment, faculty credentials and training, student excellence, and services and technology.

The latest U.S. News rankings further confirm Longwood's MBA program is among the nation's most cost-effective options for students seeking a high-quality education at a competitive price. The program's innovative and rigorous curriculum, as well as its flexible online format, is ideal for working professionals.

Longwood's Online MBA program recently ranked nationally on the Best Online MBA Programs in the U.S. for 2026 list compiled by Poets&Quants, which evaluates programs nationwide based on admissions standards, academic experience and career outcomes. Longwood's program was also named one of the "Best MBA Programs for Your Money " by Money, placing it among just 33 graduate business schools nationwide to earn the distinction for 2025.

In its 14th year, the U.S. News Best Online Programs is designed for individuals looking to complete or further their education. This year's edition evaluates more than 1,800 online bachelor's and master's degree programs using metrics specific to online learning. The rankings include only degree-granting programs offered primarily online by regionally accredited institutions.

"What sets the top-ranked online programs apart is their commitment to delivering flexible coursework for professionals, parents and service members seeking to advance their careers and broaden their knowledge," said LaMont Jones, Ed.D., managing editor for education at U.S. News. "Our rigorous evaluation focuses on student engagement and support to highlight programs truly built for the modern learner."