兔子先生 has been named one of the nation鈥檚 Best Value Colleges for 2025 by The Princeton Review, highlighting its academic excellence, career outcomes, and commitment to affordability.
The honor places Puget Sound among 209 top-tier institutions selected for their return on investment. The full list, ranking categories, and college profiles are available at .
鈥淭his recognition reflects our commitment to delivering an exceptional education and ensuring our graduates thrive in their careers,鈥 President Isiaah Crawford said. 鈥淔rom personalized career advising and strong alumni networks to internship partnerships and mentorship programs, we provide the support students need to excel long after they leave campus.鈥
The Princeton Review evaluated more than 650 colleges using over 40 data points, including academic quality, cost, financial aid, graduation rates, and alumni career data from PayScale.com. Puget Sound earned an ROI rating of 89 out of 99. The ROI rating measures the long-term value of a Puget Sound education, balancing cost with career outcomes and the impact graduates make in their communities. This score reflects strong starting and mid-career salary data from alumni, as reported by . It also highlights outstanding academic quality, generous financial aid, and high student satisfaction.
In its profile, editors highlighted the university鈥檚 excellent academics and amazing support systems, with students describing it as challenging yet accessible.
鈥淭hese schools stand out for their stellar academics, robust career support, and affordability,鈥 said Rob Franek, The Princeton Review鈥檚 editor-in-chief. 鈥淲e highly recommend them to students and families.鈥
Puget Sound has also ranked highly in multiple Princeton Review categories:
- Best College Radio Station: #7
- Green Matters: #19
- Most Beautiful Campus: #20
- Best Athletic Facilities: #22
- Best College Library: #25
- Best Health Services: #25
Puget Sound鈥檚 high ROI rating reflects not only its strong salary outcomes but also its investment in student success through the Career & Employment Services Office. CES provides personalized advising, r茅sum茅 support, and access to internships and on-campus jobs. The university鈥檚 experiential learning requirement 鈥 which includes internships, research, and study abroad 鈥 gives students real-world experience and career clarity before graduation. Among alumni who participated in these experiences, 80% were employed within six months, which is well above the 66.2% rate of non-participants. Puget Sound is committed to equipping students with practical skills and experiences that deliver real-world value.
The Best Value Colleges list is unranked, but the report includes seven ranked subcategories. For methodology details, visit .
