JERSEY CITY, N.J. – September 22, 2026 – Saint Peter’s University continues to stand among New Jersey’s leading institutions for providing students with an education that is both high-quality and accessible. In the latest U.S. News & World Report Best Colleges rankings, Saint Peter’s earned the #1 ranking in New Jersey for Social Mobility, recognizing the University’s success in helping students from all backgrounds turn educational opportunity into achievement. Saint Peter’s also ranked #2 in New Jersey for Best Value, reflecting its commitment to delivering a strong education and meaningful outcomes while making a college degree attainable for students and families.
The latest rankings also recognize Saint Peter’s continued progress among Regional North universities, as well as its standing among the nation’s top institutions for veterans. The University was additionally ranked #25 among Top Private Colleges, further highlighting the value of a Saint Peter’s education. Together, these distinctions reflect the University’s longstanding commitment to academic excellence, access and student success, grounded in its Jesuit mission of educating students to use their knowledge and talents in service to others.
“Social mobility is at the heart of what Saint Peter’s has always sought to accomplish,” said Dr. Hubert Benitez, D.D.S, Ph.D., president of Saint Peter’s University. “Our mission is not simply to provide students with a degree, but to give them the knowledge, skills and opportunities they need to build meaningful careers, achieve their goals and make a difference in their communities. These rankings from U.S. News affirm the transformative impact of a Saint Peter’s education.”