While Wheaton College does not shape its academic or co-curricular programs with rankings in mind, we recognize that they can be a useful tool, and appreciate the third-party endorsement they often provide. Overall, rankings data indicate that Wheaton provides an excellent liberal arts education at a great value.
2024 Rankings
(as of June 2024)
EDsmart 2024
- #1 among Christian Colleges and Universities
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Forbes 2023
- Named as one of America's Top Colleges
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MONEY Magazine
- The Best Colleges in America; 2024
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Niche 2025
- Niche Score: A-
- #4 in Best Christian Colleges in America
- #38 in Best Liberal Arts Colleges in America
- #40 in Best Colleges for Music in America
- Named a Best Value College in America
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The Princeton Review
- Best Value College (2025)
- Best Midwest College (2025)
- Top 20 Best Alumni Network
- #4 in Friendliest Students
- #4 in Best Quality of Life
- #15 in Best College Dorms
- #19 in Best Campus Food
- Starting Median Salary (At least Bachelor's degree) - $67,900
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The Wall Street Journal
- Named one of America's Best Colleges
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Times Higher Education
- #173 in US College Rankings
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U.S. News and World Report 2025
- #53 National Liberal Arts Colleges
- #36 in First-Year Experiences
- #38 Top Performers on Social Mobility
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Washington Monthly
- #43 in Top Liberal Arts Colleges
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University Magazine
- #4 in 2024's Best Christian Colleges
- #8 in 2024's Happiest College Campuses
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