Bennett Leckrone
Education
- BS Journalism, Ohio University
Expertise
- Business Education
- Workforce Development
- MBA Programs
- STEM
- Data Journalism
- Regional Public Universities
Bennett Leckrone is a business education reporter for BestColleges. His work focuses on innovation in business education, graduate programs, certificate programs, and workforce development.
Since joining BestColleges in 2022, Leckrone has written forward-looking trend pieces on business education, as well as deep dives on innovative business programs. He also writes resources and guides for business students with a focus on working professionals.
Leckrone holds a bachelor of science in journalism from Ohio University. Before joining BestColleges, Leckrone reported on state politics with the nonprofit news outlet Maryland Matters as a Report for America fellow. He previously interned for The Chronicle of Higher Education, The Columbus Dispatch, Dayton Daily News, PennLive.com, and the Troy Daily News.
Read Bennett Leckrone's Latest Articles
Is a Business Degree Worth It? Key Facts and Statistics
The median business sector salary is 67% higher than the median for all occupations. Find average salaries and college costs for business majors.
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Average GMAT Score and Scores for Top MBA Programs
The average GMAT score was 622 in 2024. Find average GMAT scores for selective MBA programs and other popular programs.
October 1, 2025
Best Affordable RN-to-BSN Online Programs of 2025
We ranked RN-to-BSN programs based on both affordability and graduate outcomes.
September 29, 2025
Best Affordable Online MBAs (No GMAT Required) of 2025
We ranked online MBA programs based on both affordability and student outcomes.
September 29, 2025
1-Year Executive MBA Programs: What You Need to Know
Discover everything you need to know about 1-year executive MBA programs, including whether they’re the right fit for your career goals.
September 26, 2025
