Top MBA programs in Pennsylvania (2026)
2 of the 25 top-ranked US full-time MBA programs are in Pennsylvania: Wharton and Tepper. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | Wharton University of Pennsylvania | Philadelphia, PA | 735 | $87,970 | $185,000 | 888 |
| 17 | Tepper Carnegie Mellon University | Pittsburgh, PA | 710 | $84,186 | $160,000 | 144 |
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.
The Wharton School
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania · #2 composite
Class of 888 · $87,970 tuition per year · $185,000 median base salary.
Tepper School of Business
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania · #17 composite
Class of 144 · $84,186 tuition per year · $160,000 median base salary.
Frequently asked questions
What is the best MBA program in Pennsylvania?
The Wharton School is the highest-ranked program in Pennsylvania in our composite of the four major rankings, at #2 nationally. Tepper also place in the national top 25.
How much does an MBA cost in Pennsylvania?
Among top-25 programs in Pennsylvania, published annual tuition starts at $84,186 at Tepper (2026-27 academic year: $42,093 per semester x 2 semesters (CMU Student Financial Services)). Public universities often charge less for state residents; check each profile for the basis of the figure.