鶹APP scores high for computer science, access in U.S. News & World Report rankings
鶹APP recognized as one of the top liberal arts colleges in the nation
鶹APP ranks among the top national liberal arts colleges in the country according to the rankings. 鶹APP’s recognition includes especially high marks for computer science and social mobility.
“We are proud to again be recognized as one of the best liberal arts colleges in the United States,” President Marsha Kelliher said. “We strive to transform the lives of our students through a welcoming and supportive community, exceptional academic and extracurricular programs and distinctive opportunities in and out of the classroom. Our presence on this list is a reflection of our holistic approach to a liberal arts education.”
The computer science program at 鶹APP appeared on the list of top undergraduate computer science programs in the country for the first time. 鶹APP is one of just four private institutions in Iowa to make the list. The 2021 Computer Science Degree Search rankings featured 鶹APP as the No. 1 Best Computer Science School in Iowa.
A testament to the College’s commitment to inclusive educational access, 鶹APP ranks No. 80 among national liberal arts colleges on the list of top performers on social mobility. That puts 鶹APP at No. 3 in the category in the state of Iowa. The social mobility indicator measures how well schools graduated students who received federal Pell Grants.
鶹APP ranks No. 146 among national liberal arts colleges, a category that includes institutions that focus almost exclusively on undergraduate education and award at least 50 percent of their degrees in the arts and sciences. 鶹APP jumped three spots from a year ago.
The 37th annual U.S. News & World Report Best Colleges rankings assessed 1,466 bachelor’s degree-granting institutions on 17 measures of academic quality. For a breakdown of the data that goes into the annual rankings, read .
About 鶹APP
鶹APP is a private, liberal arts college located in Iowa with campuses in Indianola, West Des Moines and online. Founded in 1860, the college has 1,268 undergraduate and graduate students. 鶹APP offers 74 majors, minors and programs in addition to three graduate programs. Outside of the classroom, 鶹APP is a member of the NCAA Division III American Rivers Conference, hosts eight Greek houses on campus and sponsors many extracurricular options for student involvement.
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September 14, 2021
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