Georgia universities appear on U.S. News list of best universities. Where

Georgia’s top universities have once again proven their excellence, appearing on U.S. News 2025 Best National University Rankings and showcasing some of the states finest institutions.

These rankings provide a comprehensive evaluation of nearly 1,500 four-year bachelor’s degree-granting institutions across the United States, categorizing them into various groups based on their academic missions.

Cannon Chapel on Emory University's campus in Atlanta — Cannon Chapel on Emory University’s campus in Atlanta

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Emory University is best in U.S. News

Leading the pack for Georgia is Emory University in Atlanta, securing an impressive position at No. 24 nationally. Known for its rigorous academic programs and vibrant campus life, Emory continues to uphold its reputation as a premier educational institution.

Georgia Tech ranking in U.S. News best universities

Close on Emory’s heels is the Georgia Institute of Technology, also in Atlanta, which ranked No. 33 in the nation. Georgia Tech’s emphasis on cutting-edge research and technology innovation places it among the top engineering and technological schools in the country.

Students walk past the Zell B. Miller Learning Center during the first day of the fall semester at the University of Georgia in Athens, Ga., on Wednesday, Aug. 14, 2024. "We are thrilled to welcome this talented and inspiring class of first-year students to the University of Georgia," said President Jere W. Morehead. "I look forward to their contributions to our campus, our state and the world as they pursue their diverse academic and career paths at UGA." — Students walk past the Zell B. Miller Learning Center during the first day of the fall semester at the University of Georgia in Athens, Ga., on Wednesday, Aug. 14, 2024. “We are thrilled to welcome this talented and inspiring class of first-year students to the University of Georgia,” said President Jere W. Morehead. “I look forward to their contributions to our campus, our state and the world as they pursue their diverse academic and career paths at UGA.”

Where UGA ranks in U.S. News best universities

The University of Georgia, in Athens, holds the rank of No. 46, tying with other notable universities. As one of the oldest public universities in the United States, UGA is celebrated for its rich history and diverse academic offerings.

Topping U.S. News’ list of best national universities was Princeton, followed by MIT, Harvard, Stanford and Yale.

What are the rest of the Georgia rankings?

How were the 2025 Best Colleges Rankings assessed?

These rankings were based on a variety of factors, including academic reputation, faculty resources, student selectivity, and graduation rates.

U.S. News grouped colleges and universities into ten distinct overall rankings, comparing schools with similar academic missions. The categories included National Universities, National Liberal Arts Colleges, Regional Universities, and Regional Colleges, each further divided by geographical regions.

This article originally appeared on Athens Banner-Herald: Georgia’s top universities shine in U.S. News national rankings

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