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National Organizations Recognize ²¨É«µ¥Ë«

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 ²¨É«µ¥Ë« as one of the best universities in the Midwest.

included ²¨É«µ¥Ë« 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

²¨É«µ¥Ë« 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 ²¨É«µ¥Ë«, 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, ²¨É«µ¥Ë« President.

The Princeton Review also includes ²¨É«µ¥Ë« 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 ²¨É«µ¥Ë« and the other outstanding institutions on this list primarily for their excellent academics," said Robert Franek, The Princeton Review's Editor-in-Chief.

ranked ²¨É«µ¥Ë« 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 ²¨É«µ¥Ë« 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. ²¨É«µ¥Ë« made Forbes’ lists for Top Colleges 2021, In Private Colleges and In the Midwest.

²¨É«µ¥Ë« 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, ²¨É«µ¥Ë« is nationally recognized for preparing intellectually engaged, ethically grounded, globally connected and socially responsible graduates. Visit for further information.