Sacred Heart University again ranks among the best universities in the North, according to U.S.News & World Report's 2007 edition of America's Best Colleges. SHU is listed in the top tier of the category “Best Universities – Master's in the North.”
“It is gratifying to see the University continuing to be recognized for its academic excellence, for attracting top students, and for its emphasis on active and engaged learning. This ranking also reflects what GE's legendary CEO Jack Welch recognized in us when he decided to give his name to our College of Business last January,” said Dr. Thomas V. Forget, Sacred Heart University's vice president for Academic Affairs.
U.S.News & World Report's America's Best Colleges survey guides high school students as they embark on their college search. Information is collected by U.S. News from a variety of sources, including educational associations, the U.S. Government and the schools themselves.
“While guidebooks are often used as a first step in the college search process, it's important for students to visit the universities that interest them the most. Nothing will tell students more about how they may fit in than visiting the campus, taking a tour and meeting with students, faculty and an admissions counselor,” said James Barquinero, SHU's vice president for Enrollment Planning and Student Affairs.
While Sacred Heart University has grown to become the second-largest Catholic university in New England, it is still a place where students regularly connect one-on-one with distinguished faculty. Students at SHU benefit from a well-rounded liberal arts education rooted in the Catholic intellectual tradition and a commitment to excellence. In January, SHU unveiled the John F. Welch College of Business, named for the legendary CEO of General Electric, who is a major benefactor and continuing advisor to the College.
The best universities in the master's category are ranked in four geographic areas—North, South, Midwest and West. Fifteen indicators of academic excellence, including student selectivity, financial resources, graduation rate, retention, faculty resources, alumni giving rate, and peer assessment weigh in to rank each school.
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