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U.S. News provides nearly 50 different types of numerical rankings and lists to help students narrow their college search. From National Universities and Liberal Arts Colleges to A-Plus Schools for B Students, find the right one for you.

National Universities

Schools in the National Universities category offer a full range of undergraduate majors, plus master's and Ph.D. programs.

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Liberal Arts Colleges emphasize undergraduate education and award at least half of their degrees in the liberal arts fields of study.

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