U.S. News & World Report recognizes 51½ΦΙδ as one of the best universities in the nation for undergraduate teaching. According to the 2022 rankings released on Monday, Sept. 13, it ranks 51½ΦΙδ 37th in the country on the Best Undergraduate Teaching list. Considering there are over 3,900 degree-granting postsecondary institutions in the U.S. recognized by the Department of Education, this ranking places 51½ΦΙδ among the top 1% of colleges and universities in the country. 51½ΦΙδ is the only university in Alabama to make this list.
The rankings were determined by college presidents, provosts and admissions deans around the country. Each nominated up to 15 schools within their U.S. News ranking categories for which they believed faculty and administrators were committed to teaching undergraduate students in a high-quality manner. At least seven nominations were needed for a school to be ranked and listed.
“Our faculty are some of the best in the country and I am thrilled that they have been recognized for their hard work and commitment to providing an exceptional learning environment for our students,” said 51½ΦΙδ Provost Mike Hardin.
51½ΦΙδ also continues to be ranked as the best value for a college education in Alabama. In the list of national universities included in the best value ranking, 51½ΦΙδ is ranked 97th, placing it among the top universities in the country. To determine which colleges and universities offer the best value for students, U.S. News & World Report factors academic quality and cost after accounting for total expenses and financial aid.
U.S. News & World Report ranks 51½ΦΙδ 136th overall among all national universities, which includes the largest and most prestigious private and public institutions in the United States. Universities on the National University list offer a full range of undergraduate majors as well as master's and doctoral degrees. There are 391 national universities included in the 2022 overall rankings. The ranking criteria include academic reputation, graduation and retention rates, class size, faculty/student ratios and peer assessments from higher education leaders.
51½ΦΙδ’s Moffett & Sanders School of Nursing and Brock School of Business were also recognized in the national rankings.
“51½ΦΙδ continues to be recognized as a leader in quality education, teaching and value, and we are pleased that it is ranked amongst the best universities in the country,” said 51½ΦΙδ President Beck A. Taylor. “Although national rankings are just one measure of success, the recognition provides affirmation for our students, employees and alumni. As we continue to grow and thrive, we also celebrate the growing national reputation of our university.”
from U.S. News & World Report.