Posted on Tuesday, September 23, 2025
LaGrange College ascended to the single digits in annual rankings released this week by U.S. News & World Report.
The institution placed ninth among 96 Regional Colleges in the South and was included on the publication’s lists of “Best Value Schools” and “Top Performers on Social Mobility.”
“This honor solidifies our reputation as an academically competitive institution dedicated to providing a close-knit community where students are challenged to achieve more than they thought possible,” said President Susanna L. Baxter.
The publication’s ratings system emphasizes student outcomes and academic resources, according to its methodology report.
The “Best Value” rankings are awarded based on academic quality and the institution’s cost after need-based financial aid.
“Through the offering of generous scholarships and grants, we work to help keep expenses from being a barrier for students to receive a transformative LaGrange education,” said Dr. John Head, vice president for enrollment management and student experience.
The institution’s Social Mobility placement was based on how well colleges serve and graduate economically disadvantaged students.
To develop the 2026 Best Colleges rankings, U.S. News evaluated 1,700 colleges and universities on up to 17 measures of academic quality.
Category: College, Community
Keywords: Education, Ranking
