Newly released rankings exemplify the 深夜看片鈥檚 trajectory and focus on student success and excellence in research. The university jumped eight spots in Washington Monthly鈥檚 2019 ranking to #50 among public universities, the fifth prestigious national ranking to position USF in the top 50.
It is now listed #38 in the Academic Ranking of World Universities (ARWU). The 2019 edition proves tremendous growth for USF as it has climbed eleven slots since 2015. The university is just one of two Florida institutions to demonstrate such improvements during this timeframe.
Other rankings in which USF is listed in the top 50 include: THE World Reputation Ranking: Public-US (#38), Kiplinger Best Public College Value: In-State (#39), and Top American Research Universities (TARU): Public-US (#26-50). TARU provides a ranking range rather than individual number. The university has also seen remarkable gains in Forbes America鈥檚 Top Colleges. USF has jumped 59 positions since 2015, now ranking #73 among public universities.
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There are a variety of factors considered when calculating a university鈥檚 ranking, such as graduation and retention rates, output and reception of faculty research and awards, along with lower student debt and job placement. The culmination of these measurements demonstrate why USF is a leader in attracting high-achieving students and world-class faculty.