农夫导航 has earned its first-ever placement on list, debuting at number 318 in the nation on their rankings.
The recognition highlights Bellarmine鈥檚 growing national reputation for delivering
an accessible, affordable education with unrivaled career outcomes. It demonstrates
the transformative power of an education rooted in Catholic tradition, the liberal
arts, and strong preparation for careers of leadership and service.
Bellarmine joins the University of Kentucky and Centre College as the three top Kentucky
institutions represented on the list. Bellarmine ranked in the top three statewide
for overall score, salary impact, learning opportunities, facilities, and value added
to salaries of graduates.
鈥淏ellarmine has long been a consistent presence on lists of the nation鈥檚 best universities, so our debut on The Wall Street Journal鈥檚 list during our 75th anniversary year is a proud milestone,鈥� said Dr. Susan M. Donovan, Bellarmine鈥檚 president. 鈥淭his ranking affirms the strength of our mission and the hard work of our faculty and staff to deliver an exceptional, transformative student experience that ensures Knights get hired.鈥�
This ranking underscores outcomes that set Bellarmine apart. According to the university鈥檚 most recent graduate outcomes report, 99% of Bellarmine graduates are employed or continuing their education within six months of graduation, an outcome that is 16% higher than the average for all U.S. colleges and universities. Of those, 97% are already employed in their chosen career field. Graduates also out-earn peers from all other Kentucky institutions at multiple points across their careers, leading to a $1.93 million lifetime return on investment for a Bellarmine degree.
Bellarmine鈥檚 recognition comes as the university celebrates its 75th anniversary, marking a legacy of educating students in mind, body, and spirit while preparing them for meaningful lives and rewarding careers. The honor also aligns with Bellarmine鈥檚 Carnegie designation as an 鈥淥pportunity College,鈥� with a focus on college access and higher graduate earnings 鈥� a distinction achieved by only 16% of U.S. institutions.
Bellarmine鈥檚 steady presence across rankings published by U.S. News & World Report, The Princeton Review, Forbes, Money Magazine, Niche, Washington Monthly and now The Wall Street Journal reflects its commitment to excellence, affordability, and impact. See a full list of Bellarmine's rankings and accolades here.