ΊΪΑΟΙη has again been named a . The distinction, based on academics, affordability, and career preparation, recognizes ΊΪΑΟΙη studentsβ return on investment and places ΊΪΑΟΙη among only 8% of the nationβs four-year undergraduate institutions. ΊΪΑΟΙη provides a comprehensive liberal arts education where students hone skills sought after by employers and graduate schools including independent judgment, analytical ability, creativity, project and time management, and strong written and oral communication.
In addition to being named a Best Value College, ΊΪΑΟΙη also ranked No. 15 on the list for (Private Schools) for connecting its students with experiential learning opportunities. Based on studentsβ ratings of accessibility of internship placement at their school, ΊΪΑΟΙη was the only school in Ohio receiving this distinction. quotes surveyed students who said, βthe βresources are endlessβ for those looking to take advantage of things like βnumerous opportunities for research and internships.ββ
Students at ΊΪΑΟΙη also noted the value of the Independent Study program in developing skills that support their vocation after ΊΪΑΟΙη. The publication added, ββItβs as if your professor is your colleague on your quest for eternal knowledge,β says a [first-year] student. These intimate ties between student and professor are βwhat makes ΊΪΑΟΙη such an incredible place.ββ Further, students recognized ΊΪΑΟΙη as a community of learning, noting that ββCollaborative work and experienceβ are stressed, and classes are set up βin a way that allows people to learn from their peers as well as their professors.ββ
ΊΪΑΟΙη has appeared on the βBest Value Collegesβ list multiple times since it was first published in 2004. The Princeton Review chose 209 schools for the 2024 list based on data from its surveys of administrators at more than 650 colleges, surveys of students attending the schools, and data from PayScale.comβs surveys of alumni about their starting and mid-career salaries and job satisfaction. In all, ratings were based on more than 40 data points related to academics, affordability, and career preparation. The Princeton Review is also known for its other college rankings in dozens of categories, many of which are reported in its annual book, The Best Colleges, published in August.
