Overview
Founded as part of Quinnipiac University, the School of Business has grown into one of the university's flagship academic units, earning AACSB International accreditation for both its business and accounting programs, a distinction held by a small percentage of business schools worldwide. The school is named the School of Business and has built a reputation for practical, career-oriented education that blends rigorous coursework with real-world application through its GAME (Global Asset Management Education) Forum, one of the largest student-run investment conferences in the world. It is best known for finance, entrepreneurship, and accounting programs that consistently place graduates into competitive roles at regional and national firms.
At a Glance
| Type | Private |
| Location | Hamden, Connecticut |
| Founded | 1968 |
| Total students | 8,500 |
| Student–faculty ratio | 14:1 |
| Acceptance rate | 80% |
| Graduation rate | 83% |
| Average starting salary | $62,000 |
Tuition & Costs (estimates)
| In-state tuition | $51,000 |
| Out-of-state tuition | $51,000 |
| Room & board | $16,500 |
| Average financial aid | $28,000 |
| Students receiving aid | 90% |
Admissions
| SAT range | 1120-1310 |
| ACT range | 24-29 |
| Average GPA | 3.5 |
| Regular deadline | January 15 |
Top Programs
- Finance
- Accounting
- Entrepreneurship
- Marketing
- Business Analytics
Figures are estimates for exploration — verify current costs, deadlines, and requirements on the university's official website.