U.S. News & World Report recently released their 2025 Best Colleges Guidebook. Out of all the Top Public Universities in the south, GCSU was ranked No. 6. This is a huge accomplishment for not only the faculty but also the students of GCSU.
Seventeen factors are taken into account when ranking the top schools. Some of these include graduation rates, faculty salaries, standardized tests, peer assessment and more.
In addition to ranking factors, U.S. News & World Report grouped colleges and universities with the same academic mission.
Along with receiving the ranking for public universities in the south, GCSU received multiple other distinguished titles. These include No.1 in Undergraduate Teaching programs, No.1 in Undergraduate Business Program, No.15 Best Overall Regional University in the South, No.1 in Most Innovative and No.2 in Undergraduate Nursing Program.
This honor highlights how special and unique GCSU is and reflects the hard work of both the students and staff.
“Georgia College has both amazing students and staff that make the school what it is,” said Charis Philo, a junior mass communication major. “I am so proud of what this school has accomplished and I have no doubt that Georgia College deserves this award. I think it really just highlights how special and dedicated students and staff are here. I cannot imagine a more deserving school.”
In addition to being ranked No.1 in Undergraduate Business Programs, GCSU was ranked No.281 in the nation according to U.S. News. This recognition is a testament to the hardworking faculty, students and administration.
In addition to the achievements of the business program, the teaching and nursing programs are just as gracious and proud; including the students.
“This award shows me that I made the right choice in going to Georgia College for their nursing program,” said Mariam Putell, a sophomore nursing major. “It reflects a curriculum and staff that are dedicated to doing their job and excel in teaching future nurses. Their hard work will certainly attract the attention of future students who want to be nursing majors. I believe this award was well deserved and will only cause the nursing department to further thrive and improve.”
These accomplishments have a profound impact on the future of GCSU. With these published rankings, the university is getting some well-deserved recognition. The staff and students have worked hard for this and the future of GCSU is looking bright with these honors.
“Getting recognized as the No.2 undergraduate nursing program is such a fantastic and well-deserved award for the school,” said Morgan Deatherage, a senior nursing major. “I think this award will continue to give the Georgia College nursing students a good reputation when it comes to clinical experiences and applying to jobs in the future.”
After making the top 20 last year, with improvement in student and staff participation and effort, GCSU scored No.6 in top Public Schools. With improvement in all categories from the previous year, GCSU will continue to grow. The future of GCSU is looking bright and better than ever.
