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National Organizations Recognize ÃÛÑ¿ÊÓƵ

National Organizations Recognize ÃÛÑ¿ÊÓƵ

Published: September 13, 2021.

The annual nationwide rankings of colleges and universities have been released and U.S News & World Report, The Princeton Review, Washington Monthly and Forbes rank ÃÛÑ¿ÊÓƵ as one of the best universities in the Midwest.

included ÃÛÑ¿ÊÓƵ on several of its rankings.

  • Regional Universities Midwest #19
  • Best Colleges for Veterans - Regional Universities Midwest #9
  • Undergraduate Teaching - Regional Universities Midwest #20
  • Social Mobility - Regional Universities Midwest #19
  • Best Value - Regional Universities Midwest #28
  • A+ Schools for B Students

ÃÛÑ¿ÊÓƵ academic programs recognized by U.S. News & World Report include:

  • Undergraduate Computer Science Programs
  • Undergraduate Engineering Programs
  • Undergraduate Nursing Programs

“The Top 20 overall ranking in the Midwest as well as the multiple other lists including ÃÛÑ¿ÊÓƵ, reflects our leadership as a Catholic university in our region. Our future-focused and innovative academic programs produce graduates who adapt and thrive with the ever-changing demands of work and career while also contributing to a better world for all,” said Dr. David Livingston, ÃÛÑ¿ÊÓƵ President.

The Princeton Review also includes ÃÛÑ¿ÊÓƵ among its 158 "Best Midwestern” section of the website resource, . Selections are based on six categories – academics, admissions selectivity, financial aid, fire safety, quality of life and green.

"We chose ÃÛÑ¿ÊÓƵ and the other outstanding institutions on this list primarily for their excellent academics," said Robert Franek, The Princeton Review's Editor-in-Chief.

ranked ÃÛÑ¿ÊÓƵ as the second-best private university in Illinois. The publication analyzes four-year liberal arts institutions based on their contribution to the public good in three broad categories - social mobility, research, and promoting public service.

included ÃÛÑ¿ÊÓƵ as being in the top 15 percent of all degree-granting postsecondary institutions in the U.S. The annual review of undergraduate institutions that deliver the top academics, best experiences, career success and lowest debt looks at a school’s overall value for a family. ÃÛÑ¿ÊÓƵ made Forbes’ lists for Top Colleges 2021, In Private Colleges and In the Midwest.

ÃÛÑ¿ÊÓƵ is an innovative and forward-thinking Catholic university offering market-relevant undergraduate and graduate programs to 6,200 students. Sponsored by the De La Salle Christian Brothers, ÃÛÑ¿ÊÓƵ is nationally recognized for preparing intellectually engaged, ethically grounded, globally connected and socially responsible graduates. Visit for further information.



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