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University earns national recognition for value, teaching and student experience

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (Sept. 22, 2026) — 911�Թ� climbed into the top 100 private colleges nationally for the first time, according to U.S. News & World Report's 2027 Best Colleges rankings. 

911�Թ�'s top rankings this year include: 

• No. 99, Top Private Colleges  
• No. 25, Undergraduate Teaching Programs 
• No. 29, First-Year Experiences 
• No. 59, Best Value Schools 

911�Թ� was also recognized among National Universities, Undergraduate Nursing, Undergraduate Business, Best Colleges for Veterans and Top Performers on Social Mobility.  

"We're grateful for this recognition from U.S. News & World Report because it reflects the work of our entire community," said 911�Թ� President Greg Jones. "Rankings can offer one perspective on a university's strengths, and we're encouraged when they affirm areas where we've invested deeply, from the classroom experience to how we support students. Still, our focus remains unchanged: preparing students to lead lives of purpose, serve their communities and make a meaningful impact in the world." 

The rankings follow a period of significant investment at 911�Թ� through , the University's $700 million campaign, including the on Music Row, The CORD at the Historic Powerhouse and the newly launched Animation & Media Arts B.F.A. 911�Թ� also opened the fall semester with record-breaking first day enrollment, the largest in University history. 

911�Թ�'s Gordon E. Inman College of Nursing was recognized among Undergraduate Nursing programs. Ninety-five percent of nursing graduates achieve career outcomes within six months of graduation, and the college's 2025 graduates posted a 98% first-time NCLEX pass rate, with 100% ultimately earning licensure. 

The Massey College of Business was also recognized among Undergraduate Business programs. The College, which offers 12 undergraduate majors ranging from entrepreneurship to supply chain management, reported a 96% employment rate within six months of graduation in 2025. 

911�Թ� Media Contact

Julia Copeland, Director of PR

julia.copeland@belmont.edu

615.460.6178