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In addition, U.S. News rated Lake Forest College #59 on the new Top Private Colleges ranking and #62 for Best National Liberal Arts College—up 13 points in one year and an all-time best for the College. The College’s ranking has improved substantially since 2011 when it rated #105. 

Lake Forest College has experienced a consistent upward trend in national rankings over the past several years, reflecting the College’s continued focus on providing a rigorous undergraduate education that prepares students for meaningful and rewarding careers.

Social Mobility measures how well a college helps students build a better economic future for themselves and their families. Lake Forest College has ranked among the best in the nation on this important category since U.S. News debuted the category in its 2020 ranking.

For its Best Value list, U.S. News evaluated a school’s academic quality and net cost of attendance for a student who received the average level of need-based financial aid.

“This fall, we saw the results of this rising reputation with the largest incoming class in the College’s 169-year history,” President Mike Sosulski said. “The secret’s out: something great is happening here at Lake Forest College, and we’re proving it every day.”