Westminster University announced today its new rankings as part of U.S. News & World Report’s 2026 Best Colleges. Out of thousands of colleges and universities evaluated nationwide, Westminster was ranked in the Top 20 Regional Universities in the West.
“These rankings are a testament to Westminster University’s academic excellence and commitment to student access and success,” said President Beth Dobkin. “I am particularly proud of our ranking as a Top Performer for Social Mobility–a recognition of our ongoing work to ensure that any talented and motivated student who wishes to come to Westminster is able to do so.”
Westminster University ranked as a Top Performer for Social Mobility–in the Top 50 of all universities nationwide, and the highest ranked along the Wasatch Front. Reflective of 100% of first-year students receiving non-repayable scholarships or grants, this ranking highlights Westminster’s commitment to increasing affordability and access. Leveraging their Westminster degrees, 98% of graduates say their degree was valuable in helping them achieve their professional goals.
Westminster was also ranked as the Best College for Veterans in Utah. Through the university’s Center for Veteran and Military Services, veteran students and their dependents receive a comprehensive program of support, services, and outreach.
Additional rankings earned by Westminster University include recognitions as a Best Value School and Best Nursing Program. The U.S. News & World Report rankings are based on several key measures of quality, including outcomes, faculty resources, expert opinion, financial resources, and student excellence. For more than 40 years, the rankings have evaluated nearly 1,500 colleges nationwide.
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