Summary
A report by WalletHub ranks over 500 American colleges and universities for 2026. Princeton University and Swarthmore College top the list as the best university and best college, respectively. The rankings consider factors like acceptance rates, graduation outcomes, and cost.
Key Facts
- WalletHub ranked more than 500 colleges and universities in America for 2026.
- Princeton University was rated as the best overall for its low acceptance rate and high student success after graduation.
- The best colleges were led by Swarthmore College, noted for a high graduation rate and good post-graduation earnings.
- Students from Princeton tend to earn $1.05 million more than those with only a high school diploma over 20 years.
- Grand Valley State University, Radford University, and Longwood University ranked lowest.
- Rankings factors included student selectivity, cost, campus safety, and career outcomes.
- The report evaluated nearly 800 institutions using 30 key measures.
