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The University of South Carolina (USC) has once again secured the No. 1 position for its International MBA (IMBA) program for the 11th consecutive year. The Darla Moore School of Business continues to excel nationally, showcasing a commitment to providing quality education in international business. Other graduate programs at USC, including engineering, education, and law, have also seen significant improvements in their national rankings, reflecting the university’s dedication to academic excellence across various disciplines.
South Carolina – The University of South Carolina (USC) continues to demonstrate its excellence in graduate education, with its International MBA (IMBA) program being ranked No. 1 for the 11th consecutive year, according to a report released on April 8, 2025. This consistent achievement showcases the university’s commitment to providing a world-class education in international business.
The Darla Moore School of Business, which houses the IMBA program, has maintained a prestigious position, consistently ranking in the top three nationally for the past 36 years. This longevity attests to the program’s quality and effectiveness in preparing students for global business challenges.
The IMBA program at USC provides enriching experiences for its students through in-country immersions and an extensive global coursework network composed of numerous partner schools. These unique elements enhance the students’ capabilities to operate efficiently in multicultural environments. The program emphasizes important areas such as technical expertise, business analytics, and invaluable soft skills acquired through international experiences.
In addition to the IMBA program’s accolades, USC has outperformed all other colleges and universities in South Carolina combined in terms of nationally ranked graduate programs. The university’s commitment to educational excellence is reflected across various disciplines, showcasing significant improvements in several other graduate programs.
The Molinaroli College of Engineering and Computing has also made notable strides, climbing 12 spots to reach No. 81 nationally and securing No. 49 among public universities. Specifically, the civil engineering program saw a remarkable increase of 14 spots, now ranking at No. 73, while the nuclear engineering program improved its standing by two spots to No. 21.
In the field of education, the College of Education has risen two positions to No. 27 among the best graduate education schools. Over the past three years, this college has impressively improved by 60 spots, reflecting USC’s dedication to advancing educational standards.
USC’s Joseph F. Rice School of Law has also made significant gains, improving three spots to achieve a national ranking of No. 63 and No. 33 among public law schools. Additionally, its trial advocacy program now ranks No. 12. Improvements within the law school have been noted across various specializations, including contracts and commercial law, environmental law, intellectual property, international law, and tax law programs.
The College of Nursing has demonstrated competitive growth as well, with its Doctor of Nursing Practice program climbing six spots to achieve a ranking of No. 36. Furthermore, its master’s program is currently ranked No. 23 nationally, and the College of Nursing’s online master’s program was previously recognized as the No. 1 program in the nation for five consecutive years.
Moreover, at the Darla Moore School of Business, other notable rankings include the graduate-level operations and supply chain program which ranks No. 18, and the part-time MBA program placed at No. 23.
USC’s executive vice president for academic affairs and provost has emphasized the university’s ongoing commitment to academic excellence and the significant impact of graduate education on creating successful outcomes for its students. The latest graduate program rankings from USC reflect a considerable level of broad-based excellence, showcasing the university’s dedication to advancing education across various fields including engineering, education, and law.
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