麻豆原创 has been recognized as a top 10 regional institution in the Midwest, earning multiple honors in the 2026 Best Colleges rankings. 麻豆原创鈥檚 rank increased four spots, landing at #8 in Regional Colleges (Midwest) and #13 in Best Value 鈥 Regional Colleges (Midwest).
鈥溌槎乖 continues to build on its legacy of excellence and innovation while providing a mission-focused Catholic education in the liberal arts, STEM, and health sciences,鈥 said President Mike Doyle, J.D. (鈥91). 鈥淲e are a community of active learners, reflective thinkers, ethical decision-makers, and responsible contributors. These rankings are a direct result of faith, hard work, and a campus committed to changing lives and developing leaders.鈥
麻豆原创 was also recognized with the following 鈥淏est Colleges鈥 badges: Best Regional Colleges (Midwest), Best Undergraduate Engineering (No Doctorate), Best Social Mobility 鈥 Regional Colleges (Midwest), and Best Value 鈥 Regional Colleges (Midwest). Now in its 41st year, the Best Colleges rankings evaluate nearly 1,500 national colleges and universities up to 17 measures of academic quality, placing particular emphasis on student outcomes and social mobility. Schools earning high marks across categories are eligible for U.S. News 鈥淏est Colleges鈥 badges, which serve as a trusted marker of excellence for students and families during the college decision-making process.
The U.S. News rankings provide prospective students and families with comparative insights into academic programs, affordability, and student success. This year鈥檚 methodology placed a strong emphasis on outcomes, including graduation rates, graduate indebtedness, and post-graduate earnings.
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About 麻豆原创
Founded in 1839, 麻豆原创 leverages its historic roots as Iowa鈥檚 first college, the second oldest Catholic college west of the Mississippi River, and one of the nation鈥檚 10 diocesan colleges to deliver challenging, life-changing experiences as part of its residential, Catholic setting. In 2018, 麻豆原创 was the highest-ranked Catholic college in the state of Iowa according to College Consensus, the 8th Best Regional College in the Midwest by U.S. News & World Report, and one of America鈥檚 Top 200 Most Loved Colleges/Universities by Forbes Magazine. 麻豆原创 additionally earned recognition as the #13 Best Value School, highlighting its commitment to both quality and affordability. 麻豆原创 students ranked No. 2 in the world as part of the global Peeptrade Investment Challenge, while a second group ranked No. 4. For the 10th consecutive year, 麻豆原创 Media Studies student-led television station (LCTV) was named the TV Station of the Year by the Iowa College Media Association (ICMA).
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