Our very own Samford University earned three top-10 rankings from The Wall Street Journal (WSJ) in its 2026 Best Colleges in the U.S. report.

Keep reading to see the honors.

2026 Best Colleges in the U.S.

According to a release from Samford, the WSJ/College Pulse 2026 Best Colleges in the U.S. rankings evaluate undergraduate institutions by the value they provide to students. Criteria include: • Learning environments • Years required to pay off the net price • Degree completion rates • Diversity • Likelihood of higher salaries post-graduation.

Samford’s rankings: • #3 career preparation • #5 most recommended • #7 student learning opportunities

Results stem from data from the U.S. Department of Education and the Census Bureau, along with a survey of undergraduate studen

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