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From Staff Reports
ASHEVILLE, N.C. — UNC Ashevillle recently was recognized as the No. 8 Best College in North Carolina in Research.com's prestigious 2026 ranking of top US colleges,UNCA announced in a Nov. 18 press release.
"The ranking, which evaluates over 1,700 institutions nationwide, honors colleges that provide students with the optimal combination of affordability, quality of education, and projected alumni salary, the release stated.
"Research.com, one of the leading academic platforms in the United States, selected institutions from more than 6,000 colleges and universities based on a comprehensive analysis of over 400 metrics from credible sources including the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) and the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard. The rankings utilize a unique entropy method to evaluate institutional performance across multiple dimensions," the release noted.
UNCA earned distinction in three categories within the North Carolina rankings:
• #8 Best Colleges in North Carolina
• #11 Most Affordable Colleges in North Carolina
• #16 Best Value Colleges in North Carolina
UNC Asheville's strong performance in the rankings reflects the university's comprehensive approach to student success, including:
• Academic Excellence: 60+ majors in the liberal arts and sciences, with innovative programs in emerging fields
• Undergraduate Research: Nationally recognized for providing hands-on research opportunities across all disciplines
• Career Preparation: Strong alumni outcomes with graduates pursuing meaningful careers and graduate education
• Personalized Learning: Small class sizes ensuring direct interaction with distinguished faculty
• Financial Accessibility: Robust financial aid programs making education attainable for students from diverse economic backgrounds
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