The Frank G. Zarb School of Business continues to climb in national rankings for undergraduate business programs, according to the U.S. News & World Report 2025 Best Colleges. The Zarb School jumped eight spots from last year.
“This is an impressive increase in just one year,” said Janet Lenaghan, dean of the Zarb School of Business. “We continuously strive to improve our programs, provide experiential learning opportunities, enhance interdisciplinary offerings, and boost graduate outcomes. This ranking confirms that we are on the right path.”
Hofstra University celebrated significant achievements in the 2025 U.S. News & World Report Best Colleges rankings, further solidifying its reputation as a top-value institution. The University rose 15 places, ranking No. 103 among the nation’s Best Value Schools. Additionally, Hofstra earned recognition for its commitment to veterans, advancing nine spots to No. 164 on the list of Best Colleges for Veterans. The University’s overall ranking is No. 196 in the nation. The Zarb School for undergraduate business programs secured a position at No. 127 in the nation.
About the Frank G. Zarb School of Business
The Frank G. Zarb School of Business at Hofstra University is among a prestigious group of business schools that hold AACSB accreditations in both business and accounting. The school’s innovative programs have been recognized by leading organizations and publications such as U.S. News & World Report, Poets&Quants, and The Princeton Review. Offering undergraduate, graduate, and dual-degree programs across five departments, Zarb fosters high-tech centers for innovation, entrepreneurship, and cybersecurity, and boasts one of the most advanced academic trading rooms in the nation, equipped with 34 Bloomberg terminals.
Zarb students not only develop essential critical thinking skills but also explore the interdependencies between business and society. The school’s initiatives focus on timely topics such as sustainability, entrepreneurship, health care, big data, and the promotion of leadership roles for women and marginalized populations. With a global perspective, Zarb prepares students to lead in an interconnected world.