Arizona Online MBA and Finance Programs Rank Among Nation’s Best
Arizona Online ranks No. 12 in U.S. News’ 2025 Best Online Bachelor’s Programs, excelling in veterans’ programs and computer tech fields.
The University of Arizona‘s online education platform has achieved remarkable recognition in the latest U.S. News & World Report rankings, marking its fifth straight year among the nation’s top 15 online bachelor’s programs. This continued success highlights the growing prominence of digital education in meeting the needs of today’s diverse student population.
Strong performance across multiple categories
Arizona Online secured the No. 12 position out of 350 ranked programs in the 2025 Best Online Bachelor’s Programs rankings, placing it in the top 3.5% nationally. The program earned an impressive overall score of 91 out of 100, with particularly strong performance in peer assessment, where it tied for No. 11.
Military-affiliated students have especially benefited from Arizona Online’s offerings, with the program ranking No. 5 in the Best Online Bachelor’s Programs for Veterans category. This recognition reflects the platform’s success in serving active military personnel who require flexible learning options.
Technology and business programs excel
The computer information technology graduate programs have emerged as standouts, achieving No. 5 overall nationally, No. 3 among public universities, and No. 3 for veterans. These programs, delivered through multiple colleges including the Eller College of Management, College of Science, and College of Engineering, demonstrate the university’s strength in technical education.
The Eller College of Management’s online MBA program also showed exceptional performance, tying for No. 7 overall and ranking No. 6 among public universities.
What these rankings mean
Gary Packard, interim senior vice provost for online initiatives, emphasized the significance of these rankings, stating, “Arizona Online’s consistent rankings as a top online education provider reflect the University of Arizona’s commitment to delivering flexible, high-quality programs for students at every stage of their academic and professional journeys.”
Caleb Simmons, executive director of Arizona Online, added “These rankings are a testament to the dedication of our faculty and staff, who design and deliver exceptional learning experiences tailored to meet the needs of a diverse and dynamic student population, expanding access and extending the university’s land-grant mission.” As of fall 2024, Arizona Online’s undergraduate and graduate programs showed a 600-student increase from the year before.
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