FRAMINGHAM – Framingham State University has once again been ranked as a top Regional University in the North by U.S. News & World Report in their “Best Colleges” rankings.

FSU moved up 6 spots to #74 in the ranking of all public and private regional universities in the North, which includes New England plus Delaware, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, and Pennsylvania. Framingham State also placed #28 among public regional universities in the North. In addition, Framingham State was recognized for as a "Best College for Veterans (#33)" and a "Top Performer for Social Mobility (#76)."

“This ranking is just one of many data points that demonstrate what a tremendous value Framingham State offers to students and families,” says Framingham State President Nancy Niemi. “If you’re looking at colleges and have never been to our beautiful campus, I encourage you to schedule a tour. Whether you’re interested in the arts, humanities, education, business or science, we offer outstanding academic programs, a robust internship and career preparation program, and comprehensive support services, and commitment to our regional economy, at a cost you are not going to find at private schools.”

FSU is located along Route 9 in the booming MetroWest economic corridor, just 20 minutes outside Boston. The University offers a wide range of exciting academic programs at the graduate and undergraduate level, including Food & Nutrition, Fashion Design & Retailing, Business, Biotechnology, and much more. 

U.S. News & World Report is the largest college search site in the U.S. and is widely considered the most trusted college ranking publication in the country.