Rank #1 · Grade A+
Princeton University
EDsmart College Profiles
Explore in-depth rankings, outcomes, costs, and admissions data for 1,700+ accredited U.S. colleges. Start with the top-ranked picks or search for any school to jump into its full EDsmart profile.
Top-Ranked Schools
A quick look at the highest-ranked campuses in the EDsmart 2025 list.
Rank #2 · Grade A+
Stanford University
Rank #3 · Grade A+
University of California-Berkeley
Rank #4 · Grade A+
University of California-San Diego
How EDsmart Rankings Work
Every profile is built from U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard data. We evaluate 1,755 four-year institutions and blend four weighted pillars to surface schools that balance student success, affordability, support, and outcomes.
Completion & Retention
Six-year graduation, first-year retention, and equity gaps for Pell recipients.
Affordability & Net Price
Net price by income bracket, loan usage, and long-term borrowing risk.
Student Support
Student-faculty ratios, engagement metrics, and persistence indicators.
ROI & Career Outcomes
Median earnings six to ten years out, employment rates, and payback period.