UM-Flint earns various accolades from U.S. News & World Report

Today, the U.S. News & World Report released its 2026 Best Colleges rankings. The University of Michigan-Flint appeared on four of the guide's lists, including "Undergraduate Computer Science Programs," "Undergraduate Engineering Programs," "Best Bachelor of Science in Nursing Programs," and "Best Undergraduate Psychology Programs."

"We are once again honored to see UM-Flint's academic programs highlighted by U.S. News & World Report," said Laurence B. Alexander, UM-Flint chancellor. "This recognition reflects both the strength and range of our degree offerings, each designed to prepare students for the realities of a changing workforce. The acknowledgement across multiple disciplines is a direct result of the expertise and commitment of our faculty and staff. Being named among the Best Colleges further affirms our mission to deliver a high-quality education that empowers graduates to lead, innovate, and thrive in their careers and communities."

The rankings are part of the U.S. News & World Report 2026 Best Colleges guidebook, a comprehensive resource for high school students and their families researching college choices.

"These rankings affirm the value of a UM-Flint education and the commitment of our faculty and staff to student success," said Abby Parrill-Baker, provost and vice chancellor for academic affairs. "Our undergraduate programs directly strengthen the regional and state workforce, preparing graduates for growing career fields such as engineering, computer science, business and nursing while also advancing social mobility for our students and their families."

The rankings consider several indicators of academic quality, including:

• Peer assessment (20%).
• Graduation rates (16%).
• Graduation rate performance (10%).
• Financial resources per student (8%).

Several less heavily weighted considerations-such as faculty salaries, standardized tests, first-year retention rates, borrower debt, student-faculty ratios, and first-generation graduation rates-are also factored in.