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Wesleyan College Earns High Marks in U.S. News & World Report 2026 Rankings

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Friday, September 26th, 2025

Wesleyan College has been nationally recognized in the 2026 U.S. News & World Report rankings, placing #5 in Regional Colleges (South) and #9 in Social Mobility – Regional Colleges (South). 

These prestigious rankings reflect Wesleyan’s ongoing commitment to academic excellence and to providing opportunity to students from all backgrounds. Among highlights:

 Regional Colleges (South) – #5: Wesleyan is among the top institutions in the southern region for overall academic quality, faculty credentials, student preparation, retention, and institutional resources.

  • Social Mobility – Regional Colleges (South) – #9: This ranking reflects strong support for students from low-income and first-generation backgrounds, demonstrating Wesleyan’s effectiveness in promoting upward mobility.

 Wesleyan’s position in the rankings is supported by several measurable achievements:
 A high retention rate for first-year students, indicating strong onboarding, advising, and student support systems.

  • A solid six-year graduation rate that meets or exceeds regional norms.

  • Scholarship programs, financial aid policies, and student services designed to reduce barriers for low-income or underrepresented students.

  • Faculty-student ratio, student satisfaction, and learning outcomes that are strong comparators among peer institutions.

  • Initiatives and programs focused on career readiness, experiential learning, and mentorship.

Wesleyan remains committed to continuous improvement and to expanding access, ensuring that all students receive the support and resources necessary to succeed.