Meredith College AACSB Accreditation Reaffirmed

Meredith College’s AACSB accreditation was reaffirmed in May 2025. AACSB International is recognized worldwide as the highest standard of quality for business education.

“Maintaining AACSB accreditation places the Meredith College School of Business among the top tier of business schools globally—an elite distinction held by fewer than 6% of business programs worldwide,” said Kim Burke, dean of the School of Business. 

“For us, it’s not just a hallmark of academic excellence; it affirms our commitment to continuous improvement, innovation, and impactful student outcomes,” Burke added. “This recognition validates the strength of our curriculum, the quality of our faculty, and the success of our graduates in the workplace.” 

Meredith College is the only undergraduate women’s college with an AACSB-accredited business school.

“Our school is a rare space where women lead, learn, and grow in an environment designed to elevate their voices,” Burke said. “Our students benefit from a personalized, mission-driven education that blends rigorous academics with mentorship, leadership development, and a strong emphasis on professional readiness.”

The AACSB peer review team highlighted several distinctive strengths of Meredith’s School of Business, including:

• Real-World Experience: Every undergraduate student completes a 120-hour internship, ensuring that they graduate with hands-on experience that supports our exceptional job placement rate.
• Experiential Learning: The Broyhill Fellows Program offers high-impact learning experiences both on- and off-campus, helping students connect academic theory with real-world practice.
• Supportive Culture: The peer review team was particularly impressed by the collaborative and student-centered culture fostered by our faculty, staff, and administrators—a testament to our mission of empowering women to lead and serve.

The School of Business has also cultivated a vibrant and inclusive culture. An engaged and supportive board of advisors strengthens professional networks and mentoring opportunities for current students.

Meredith’s School of Business includes programs in accounting, business administration, and economics at the undergraduate level and the Meredith MBA at the graduate level.