Stonehill College Named to America’s Top 500 Colleges 2026 List by Forbes
Forbes ranks Stonehill among America’s Top Colleges 2026, citing outcomes, affordability and student success.
Building on its history of national recognition among Catholic colleges and universities, Stonehill College has secured a place on Forbes’ annual list of America’s Top Colleges. The 2026 rankings spotlight 500 institutions that deliver exceptional educational experiences, strong career outcomes and long-term value for students from all economic backgrounds.
Forbes evaluates academic institutions using 14 metrics focused on student success, financial health, alumni earnings and student debt. Schools on the list demonstrate they prepare graduates to thrive personally and professionally while ensuring affordability and access.
This recognition reflects the College’s commitment to academic excellence, experiential learning and strong faculty mentorship. Every student benefits from Stonehill’s experiential education guarantee, which ensures that 100% of students beginning with the Class of 2029 complete at least one high-impact experience such as an internship, research project or global service trip before graduation.
Combined with robust career preparation through the Navigation Center for Student Success, these opportunities contribute to Stonehill’s reputation for strong outcomes and impressive return on investment.
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College lauded for its strong academics, mentoring faculty.
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With graduates averaging a total of $2,586,000 in salary over 40 years in the workplace, Stonehill ranked among the best in the nation for return on investment.