Flagler College Ranks #3 in U.S. News and World Report's 2025-2026 Regional Colleges in the South
St. Augustine, FL (09/23/2025) — Flagler College is proud to announce its top accolades in the 2025-2026 U.S. News and World Report Rankings, maintaining its #3 rank among Regional Colleges in the South. This ranking reflects Flagler's dedication to providing a transformative educational experience to its students.
"Now, more than ever, Flagler is on a forward trajectory. We've created stand-out academic programs, invested in our facilities, and hired top faculty to benefit our students," Flagler College President John Delaney said. "This year's U.S. News Rankings are a testament to the work being done by every employee on campus to push Flagler out front and ahead of the competition."
For the third year in a row, Flagler was ranked as a top performer among Regional Colleges in the South in the Undergraduate Teaching Programs category. This category highlights institutions whose faculty and administrators are committed to high-quality undergraduate teaching. Flagler's continued ranking highlights its focus on fostering a supportive and engaging learning environment that empowers students to thrive beyond the classroom.
The College also increased its ranking in the Top Performers on Social Mobility category, ranking #42, and was once again recognized as a Best Value School, ranking #18 among peer institutions. The Best Value rankings are based on four weighted indicators: quality-to-price ratio, need-based aid, percentage of need-based aid recipients awarded scholarships or grants, and average discount.
Flagler has consistently been recognized for its value as a private college and its commitment to offering an exceptional education at an affordable cost, ensuring that students receive the best return on their investment. Additionally, the College's continual improvement in the social mobility category underscores Flagler's commitment to providing opportunities for students from all backgrounds to excel and succeed.
U.S. News defines regional colleges as institutions focused on undergraduate education, with its southern region encompassing Florida, Georgia, Mississippi, South Carolina, North Carolina, Alabama, Louisiana, Tennessee, West Virginia, Virginia, Kentucky, and Arkansas.
School rankings are determined largely by a formula that evaluates 17 areas of academic excellence, including graduation and retention rates, social mobility, undergraduate academic reputation, faculty resources, and financial resources per student. Additionally, consideration is given to academic reputation as judged by peer leaders at colleges within the same regional grouping.
In August, Flagler College was also named one of the Best 391 Colleges by the Princeton Review in its 2026 guide.
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