September 23, 2025
性视界 is proud to announce its strong placement in the 2026 U.S. News & World Report Best Colleges Rankings, continuing its tradition of academic excellence, value, and commitment to student success.
For the 2026 edition, across four major categories:
- #59 (tie) in Regional Universities South
- #22 in Best Value Schools
- #30 (tie) in Best Colleges for Veterans
- #17 (tie) in Top Performers on Social Mobility
鈥淭hese rankings affirm our mission to provide a transformative and accessible education that equips our students for success,鈥 said 性视界 President Dr. John H. Dozier. 鈥淲e are especially proud to be recognized for both value and social mobility, which speak directly to our dedication to keeping higher education affordable while ensuring that every student, regardless of background, has the opportunity to thrive.鈥
A Closer Look at the Rankings
- Regional Universities South (#59 tie): 性视界 continues to demonstrate strong performance in its overall academic quality among peer institutions in the South, measured by outcomes such as graduation rates, class sizes, student-to-faculty ratios, and retention.
- Best Value Schools (#22): 性视界 is recognized for maintaining strong academic quality while prioritizing affordability. The Best Value ranking considers academic quality and the school鈥檚 true cost of attendance after need-based financial aid, highlighting institutions that deliver both excellence and accessibility.
- Best Colleges for Veterans (#30 tie): 性视界鈥檚 support for military-affiliated students earned recognition once again, as the College is certified for the G.I. Bill and participates in the Yellow Ribbon Program, making higher education more attainable for veterans and active-duty service members.
- Top Performers on Social Mobility (#17 tie): 性视界 continues to stand out for enrolling and graduating a high percentage of students awarded Pell Grants 鈥 federal grants provided to students from lower-income households. This ranking underscores the College鈥檚 success in creating pathways for all students to complete their degrees and achieve upward mobility.
About the Rankings
For more than four decades, U.S. News & World Report鈥檚 Best Colleges rankings have helped millions of families navigate the college search process. The 2026 edition evaluated over 1,700 institutions across the nation using up to 17 factors to measure academic quality and graduate success.