Jewell named among America's top colleges by The Princeton Review


10/02/2025

The Princeton Review named William Jewell College one of the nation's best institutions for undergraduates to earn their college degree. The education services company recommends Jewell among its top academic-ranked schools in its 2026 college guide, The Best 391 Colleges. Only 15% of America's four-year colleges and universities receive this distinction.

Jewell's recognitions:

  • No. 1 Lowest Private School Tuition & Fees
  • 391 Best Colleges
  • 209 Best Value Colleges
  • Best 150 Midwest Colleges

The 209 Best Value Colleges list is based on more than 40 data points covering academics, costs, financial aid, debt, graduation rates, and alumni career and salary data.

The Best Midwest Colleges for the 12-state region are cited by The Princeton Review as “academically outstanding and well worth consideration in your college search.” 

For more on how The Princeton Review ranks colleges and universities, visit here. View Jewell’s rankings here, or view the Statistical Stand-Out Schools that includes Jewell’s No. 1 affordability ranking.