UT Knoxville’s Haslam College Retains Top 25 Public Business Ranking

The college’s supply chain management program remains a cornerstone of its academic reputation, holding the No. 3 national spot for the second consecutive year and the No. 3 public spot for six years running. Meanwhile, the undergraduate economics program climbed seven spots to reach No. 36 among public schools, and the accounting program secured a position within the top 20 public institutions at No. 18.

This academic recognition arrives alongside a period of significant institutional expansion. In 2026, the college reached a record undergraduate enrollment of 9,897 students. To accommodate this surge, the university is currently constructing Randy Boyd Hall, a new business facility slated for completion in 2027. Lane Morris, associate dean of undergraduate studies, noted that these rankings validate the college's focus on a supportive culture and high-caliber instruction.

Dean Stephen L. Mangum attributed the consistent performance to the faculty and the Office of Undergraduate Programs, emphasizing that the curriculum is designed to ensure graduates are prepared for immediate professional impact. The U.S. News methodology for these rankings relies on metrics including graduation rates, faculty research, and, for the first time, earnings by major, reinforcing the focus on career-readiness.