Value, Quality Earn Fisher a Spot on U.S. News’ “Best Colleges” Feature

September 9, 2019

香港六合彩网址大全 Fisher College earned a place on the U.S. News & World Report’s annual “America’s Best Colleges” feature, making the grade for its value, quality educational opportunities, and support of veterans, among other characteristics.

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For the ninth year in a row, Fisher was included among the 200 top tier institutions in the , which assesses undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral degree programs. The College ranked No. 166 out of nearly 300 institutions.

鈥淲e are proud to once again be recognized among the nation鈥檚 best colleges and universities. The commitment of our faculty and staff, and the achievements of our students and alumni, continue to enhance the value of a Fisher education and the transformational experiences it brings,鈥 said Dr. Gerard J. Rooney, president of the College.

Fisher also ranked No. 46 on the 2020 Best Value Schools; No. 125 in the National Universities Social Mobility category; and No. 121 on the Best Colleges for Veterans list. The School of Business undergraduate programs were ranked No. 331 out of a more than 500 national universities ranked. The College was also listed on the publication鈥檚 A-Plus Schools for B Students feature.

Fisher鈥檚 intimate campus鈥攖he student to faculty ratio is 12:1鈥攁ids students in their successful completion of their first year and beyond. Fisher鈥檚 first-to-second year retention rate is well above the national retention rate for like institutions.

A student-centered focus and emphasis on engaged classroom learning translates into consistently high pass rates on licensure exams in professional programs, while across the College, internship opportunities, experiential learning, international experiences, career services and resources, and a strong alumni network help new graduates navigate their professional careers.