Valparaiso University provides an exceptional academic experience – and value. Just ask the experts.

Valpo ranked second among Midwest regional institutions for Best Value, according to the 2011 U.S. News & World Report ratings.

Also, Valpo placed tied for fourth in the ranking of Best Regional Universities in the Midwest.

Valpo is among the institutions of higher education featured in the new edition of "The Best 376 Colleges," published by the Princeton Review and released in August 2011. About 15 percent of four-year colleges and universities in the United States are listed. Valpo is recognized for offering a comprehensive educational experience that inspires students to create meaningful change as leaders in their professional and personal lives.

Also, Washington Monthly annually recognizes Valpo for its commitment to service. The University ranked tied for 11^th in the 2011 rankings among master’s-level institutions, cited for students’ participation in service activities, as well as criteria related to research, graduation rate, and other factors.

Valparaiso University has been recognized for its quality in a number of other areas:

• The Princeton Review named Valparaiso University as a regional best university in its 2012 rankings.
• Valpo was named one of the top 650 institutions nationally by Forbes magazine, based on postgraduate success, student satisfaction, debt, graduation rate, and competitive awards.
• The College of Engineering finished tied for 27^th place nationally among undergraduate engineering schools in U.S. News & World Report ratings.
• The College of Nursing was rated among the nation’s top 100 schools offering a master’s degree in nursing, also by U.S. News & World Report.