160,000 College Students Rate Their Schools for You
We survey 165,000 college students to produce ranking lists of best colleges in categories such as academics, financial aid, career services, and great professors. Our rankings are based on student reviews of their colleges, and we evaluate academics, costs, financial aid, debt, graduation rates, and alumni career and salary data to identify the best value colleges for you. Read on to see how your dream schools fared and discover new options to consider!
Best 382 Colleges
137,000 students rate everything from their professors to their campus social scene.
Top Colleges for Game Design
Are you an aspiring video game designer? Launch your gaming career at one of these top 50 programs.
California Colleges and Universities
Our profiles of California colleges are packed with essential info, including tuition and acceptance rates.
Find Colleges Matched to Your Interests
Explore our featured colleges to find schools that both match your interests and are looking for students like you.
Colleges That Pay You Back
Which colleges have the best career prospects? These 200 schools pay you back in a big way.
Top Schools for Entrepreneurship
Ready to start your own business? These schools will give you practical experience for real-world success.
Best Regional Colleges
From rolling hills to soaring skyscrapers, explore the best schools from coast-to-coast.
Guide to Green Colleges
Lead a green college life with schools committed to sustainability, conservation, and even zero waste.
Colleges That Create Futures
These 50 colleges help students jump-start satisfying and meaningful careers.
College Hopes & Worries
College applicants and their parents weigh in on their dream schools and more.
These Featured Schools Are Now Actively Recruiting
Students Like You
Majors & Careers
From computer science to psychology, we share the best places to study and what that first job will bring.
Find an Admissions Expert
Our college counselors help high school students find, apply to and attend the right colleges for each student.
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SAT/ACT Scores and Merit Scholarships
From guaranteed scholarships to merit scholarships, learn how better SAT and ACT scores can earn you BIG awards.
Is Your GPA Holding You Back?
Your GPA is the most important factor in college admissions. Learn how to calculate your GPA and get the GPA you want.
How to Request a Letter of Recommendation
Competitive colleges use the letter of recommendation to assess your passions, goals, and character. The trick to getting a great letter is planning ahead.
Top 10 College Majors
Check out our list of the best college majors based on job prospects, alumni salaries, and popularity. Each of these majors offers unique intellectual challenges.