Western Carolina University Rankings 2024-25

Western Carolina University (WCU) has received recognition for its academic programs and value fromby several reputable organizations. Here are some of the university's rankings:

• U.S. News & World Report: WCU is ranked #16 in the "Top Public Schools" category in the 2022 edition of the U.S. News & World Report's Best Colleges rankings. The university is also ranked #42 in the "Regional Universities South" category and #28 in the "Best Colleges for Veterans" category.
• Forbes: WCU is ranked #385 in Forbes' 2021 list of "America's Top Colleges." The university is also ranked #218 in the "Public Colleges" category and #114 in the "South" category.
• Princeton Review: WCU is included in the Princeton Review's 2022 edition of "The Best 387 Colleges." The university is recognized for its hands-on learning opportunities and commitment to sustainability.
• College Factual: According to College Factual's 2022 rankings, WCU is ranked #671 out of 1,715 colleges and universities in the United States. The university is also ranked #16 out of 51 schools in North Carolina in the "Best Colleges for the Money" category.