Top MBA programs in Illinois (2026)
2 of the 25 top-ranked US full-time MBA programs are in Illinois: Kellogg and Chicago Booth. The table shows each school's latest published admissions figures, tuition and salary outcomes; click a school for its full profile and sources.
| # | School | Location | GMAT | Tuition / yr | Median salary | Class size |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | Kellogg Northwestern University | Evanston, IL | 687 (Focus) | $88,536 | $175,000 | 534 |
| 7 | Chicago Booth University of Chicago | Chicago, IL | 730 | $89,976 | $175,000 | 635 |
GMAT is the school's reported median or average for the latest entering class; "(Focus)" marks scores on the GMAT Focus Edition scale. A dash means the school does not publish that figure. Open a school for its full profile and sources. Acceptance rates are shown on each profile where the school publishes admit counts.
Kellogg School of Management
Evanston, Illinois · #5 composite
Class of 534 · $88,536 tuition per year · $175,000 median base salary.
University of Chicago Booth School of Business
Chicago, Illinois · #7 composite
Class of 635 · $89,976 tuition per year · $175,000 median base salary.
Frequently asked questions
What is the best MBA program in Illinois?
Kellogg School of Management is the highest-ranked program in Illinois in our composite of the four major rankings, at #5 nationally. Chicago Booth also place in the national top 25.
How much does an MBA cost in Illinois?
Among top-25 programs in Illinois, published annual tuition starts at $88,536 at Kellogg (2026-27 Two-Year MBA tuition (first-year table)). Public universities often charge less for state residents; check each profile for the basis of the figure.