US News publishes ranking of the best universities 2025

The latest edition focuses on social mobility and success after graduation.

WASHINGTON, 24 September 2024 /PRNewswire/ — U.S. News & World Report, the global authority on education rankings, today announced The best universities 2025. The national rankings serve as a guide for prospective students and their families, evaluating nearly 1,500 colleges and universities on up to 17 criteria of academic quality. This year's edition continues to emphasize social mobility and post-graduation success.

More than 50% of an institution's ranking goes into various outcome criteria related to its success in enrolling and graduating students from all backgrounds with manageable debt levels, as well as postgraduate earnings.

“The Best Colleges rankings remain a trusted source of information for students and their families in their 40th year,” says LaMont JonesEd.D., senior education editor at U.S. News. “By considering factors such as social mobility and post-college success, we aim to help students choose schools that will not only provide them with a quality education but also prepare them for a successful and fulfilling future.”

In this year’s edition, the following national universities were able to significantly improve their rankings:

D'Youville University (NY) +61
University of Texas – San Antonio +49
North Carolina State University of Agriculture and Technology +49
Andrews University (WED) +47
Eastern Kentucky University +41
Dominican University New York +40
Union University (participants) +40
University of North Texas +40
Winston-Salem State University (Open) +40
The University of Texas – El Paso +38
Florida Institute of Technology +38
Augusta University (GA) +36
Boise State University (ID) +36
Prairie View A&M University +36
The Master University and the Seminar (CA) +36
Wichita State University (KS) +36
Mary Baldwin University (VA) +34
Mount St. Joseph University +34

This edition of the rankings also includes specialized rankings, such as the Schools with the best value for money, most innovative universitiesTop performers on social mobility And historically black colleges and universitiesand universities with the greatest commitment to Teaching in the basic course. You will also find Programs that improve student lifeincluding Experiences from the first year, Cooperations/Internships, Service learning, study abroad and Bachelor Research/Creative Projects.

“With the rising cost of higher education, it is more important than ever that students and their families have access to the information provided by U.S. News Best Colleges,” says Eric GertlerExecutive Chairman and CEO of US News. “The rankings data and accompanying editorial content provide important information for those seeking to make the best decision about their college education.”

In addition to the rankings, US News publishes content related to college selection, including advice on topics such as “Colleges without loans: What you should know” And “A look at tuition fees at national universities over the last 20 years.”

The best colleges 2025 methodology is calculated using up to 17 key measures of academic quality for national universities and 13 indicators for national liberal arts colleges, regional universities, and regional colleges. The formula uses data that can be reported generally by schools or obtained from third-party sources. Eligibility of schools for the rankings is not dependent on participation in U.S. News surveys.

2025 Best National Universities – Top 3
1. Princeton University (New Jersey)
2. Massachusetts Institute of Technology
3. Harvard University (MA)

2025 Best National Liberal Arts Colleges – Top 3
1. Williams College (MA)
2. Amherst College (MA)
3. Swarthmore College (phonophone)

The best public schools 2025: National Universities – Top 3
1. University of CaliforniaLos Angeles
2. University of California, Berkeley
3. University of Michigan, Ann Arbor

2025 Top Historically African-American Colleges and Universities – Top 3
1. Spelman college
2. Howard University
3. Florida A&M University (bind)
3. Tuskegee University (bind)

Top performers in social mobility in 2025: National Universities – Top 3
1. Florida International University (FL) (Draw)
1. University of California, Riverside (bind)
3. California State University, Long Beach (bind)
3. University of California, Merced (bind)

Top performers in social mobility in 2025: National Liberal Arts Colleges – Top 3
1. Lake Forest College (IL) (Draw)
1. Spelman College (GA) (Draw)
3. Salem College (NC)

US News’ educational offerings include Scholarship Finder Tool that provides prospective and current students with access to funding opportunities and more than 18,000 scholarships. In addition, US News College Compass offers students and their parents access to the most comprehensive rankings and data.

To order a copy of the Best Colleges 2025 guide (ISBN 979-8-9864591-4-1), visit the online US News Store.

About US News & World Report
U.S. News & World Report is the global leader in journalism, helping consumers, citizens, business leaders and policymakers make confident decisions in all aspects of their lives and communities. A multifaceted media company, U.S. News provides unbiased rankings, independent reporting and analysis, and consumer advice to millions of people around the world. USNews.com every month. A pillar in Washington For more than 90 years, U.S. News has been the trusted source for in-depth and exclusive information on education, health, politics, business, personal finance, travel, autos, real estate, careers, and consumer products and services.

Source: US News & World Report, LP

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