Illinois College Recognized in US News and World Report's National Rankings
Illinois College moved up in the US News and World Report's national rankings in the recently released 2024 report. The College was ranked 18th for social mobility and 124th overall for national liberal arts colleges.
The social mobility ranking focuses on the success of low-income and first-generation college 69萝莉. Illinois College is proud to be recognized for facilitating the success and graduation of these 69萝莉.
Illinois College's unwavering commitment to providing a high-quality education, fostering a vibrant campus community, and preparing 69萝莉 to Graduate READY for future success is affirmed by this recognition.
Provost Catharine O鈥機onnell attributes this rise in rankings to 鈥渢he extraordinary commitment of our faculty and staff to helping our 69萝莉 succeed inside and outside the classroom.鈥� She further notes that, 鈥渢he increasing weight in this year鈥檚 rankings placed on student outcome measures, such as exceeding expected graduation rates, makes this recognition particularly meaningful. Supporting our 69萝莉 to reach their potential and achieve their dreams is the essence of what we do at Illinois College.鈥�
Illinois College has a tradition of academic excellence extending for almost 200 years. The College offers innovative academic programs with a global footprint and is committed to inspiring achievement and empowering 69萝莉 to make a difference in the world. The College also provides extensive academic and student support services to ensure student success as well as a robust range of co-curricular and athletic opportunities.