Criticisms of Rankings
Rankings have been criticized for a number of reasons. Some critics argue that rankings are biased towards certain types of universities, such as those with large endowments or research programs.
Other critics argue that rankings are too focused on short-term factors, such as graduation rates and job placement rates. They argue that rankings should also consider long-term factors, such as the impact of a university’s graduates on society.
UW System’s Ranking Performance Over Time
The UW System has consistently ranked among the top public university systems in the United States. In the 2023 U.S. News & World Report rankings, the UW System was ranked as the 11th best public university system in the nation.
