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America's most-watched best colleges list has a new No. 1

By Alcino Donadel

U.S. News has upended how it ranks colleges, now focusing on outcomes and social mobility for economically disadvantaged students.

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Howard, N.C. A&T top a new set of HBCU rankings

These 20 HBCUs excel at preparing graduates for long-term success, according to Forbes' first rankings of Historically Black Colleges and Universities.

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July 28, 2026

3 reasons Colorado touts the nation's best education systems

Plus, New Jersey now boasts the No. 1 spot for PreK through 12 education, according to a U.S. News & World Report ranking.

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June 15, 2026

These are the best colleges in the world, according to one list

The U.S. boasts six of the 10 best universities internationally, according to U.S. News & World Report's latest ranking.

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April 06, 2026

Best graduate school rankings spotlight wide range of programs

The annual list from U.S. News and World Report has expanded for 2026 to once again cover Master of Fine Arts degrees.

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October 26, 2025

Rankings: The greenest college campuses, according to one list

The third-ranked university plans to transition its full fleet of campus vehicles—including buses—to renewable energy by 2030.

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September 24, 2025

Ranking the best public universities—and more

U.S. News & World Report unveiled its 2026 Best Colleges Ranking at a time when higher ed faces federal scrutiny.

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August 26, 2025

These top 50 small colleges stand out for their accessibility

Forbes' Top 50 Small Colleges are known for their focus on undergraduate education and students' access to their professors.

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America's most-watched best colleges list has a new No. 1

Students' takes on the nation's best colleges will surprise you

The 10 states with the best community colleges

Recommended Just For You

Rankings Stories

Howard, N.C. A&T top a new set of HBCU rankings

3 reasons Colorado touts the nation's best education systems

These are the best colleges in the world, according to one list

Best graduate school rankings spotlight wide range of programs

Rankings: The greenest college campuses, according to one list

Ranking the best public universities—and more

These top 50 small colleges stand out for their accessibility