Category Archives: College Rankings

Why college rankings are a joke

College rankings “nourish the myth that the richest, most selective colleges have some corner on superior education; don’t adequately recognize public institutions that prioritize access and affordability; and do insufficient justice to the particular virtues of individual campuses.” Read on!

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College Rankings: A Shift to Outcomes?

U.S. News announced a shift in their college ranking methodology but provides few details. As a result, many schools’ ranks have changed in the 2014 edition of their Best Colleges guide. Bottom line — it’s important to not let rankings … Continue reading

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College Rankings: An Alternate View

Washington Monthly released its annual college rankings this week, and black and women’s colleges are ranked next to Ivy Leagues. That’s because on this list, colleges score more points for promoting volunteer work and admitting more students with Pell Grants. … Continue reading

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