‘Best Value’ ranking awarded

LaGrange College has been recognized as a “Best Value” institution by U.S. News & World Report and listed near the top of its category in the 2025 rankings of American colleges and universities.

“This honor signifies our dedication to offering educational opportunities that are affordable for our students,” said President Susanna Baxter.

To award a “Best Value” ranking, the publication factors academic quality and cost after accounting for total expenses and financial aid.

The institution also was ranked 13th among 97 Regional Colleges in the South and included on the publication’s list of “Top Performers on Social Mobility.”

“Our commitment as an institution is to afford students the chance to pursue a transforming education at LaGrange College at a reasonable cost,” said Dr. John Head, Vice President for Enrollment Management and Student Experience.