By Rhonda Maneval, DEd, RN, ANEF, FAAN, Provost and Vice President of Academic Affairs
I am proud to share new recognition from U.S. News & World Report that reflects both Carlow University’s momentum and our mission.
In the latest rankings, Carlow was named among the Top 50 Top Private Colleges, Regional Universities (North), placed in the Top 20 for Social Mobility, and saw a 16-point increase in its overall ranking. These results are more than milestones. They speak to the kind of university Carlow continues to be, and the kind of future we are helping students build.
Rooted in the Mercy tradition, Carlow has long believed that higher education should open doors. Our mission calls us to create a more just and merciful world, and that begins by making career-ready education accessible, supportive, and connected to real opportunity.
Recognition for social mobility is especially meaningful because it reflects the impact a university can have on students’ lives, families, and communities. At Carlow, student success is not measured only by where someone starts, but by how far they can go with the right support, preparation, and sense of purpose.
From healthcare, education, business, and social work to the arts and sciences, Carlow prepares students to lead with compassion, serve with integrity, and step into careers that matter.
Being recognized among the top private regional universities in the North also signals the continued strength of a Carlow education. Students choose Carlow for academic programs aligned with meaningful work, a welcoming community, and an approach to learning that is personal, practical, and values driven.
Our recent rise in the rankings reflects the work of faculty and staff, the determination of our students, and a university-wide commitment to continuous growth.
For prospective students, these rankings offer one more reason to look closely at what Carlow provides: an education devoted to the future of you. For families, partners, alumni, and supporters, they affirm that Carlow is advancing its mission in ways that create lasting impact.
As we celebrate this recognition, we remain focused on what matters most: expanding access, supporting achievement, and preparing graduates to become the change in their professions and in the world around them.
View the full ranking announcement.