TThe University of Georgia continues to solidify its standing among the nation’s elite institutions, earning high marks in The Princeton Review’s 2025 rankings for its exceptional blend of academic excellence, affordability and postgraduation success. These rankings underscore UGA’s growing reputation as a destination university for top scholars from across the country and around the globe.

In the 2025 Princeton Review best colleges list, UGA ranked No. 12 among the top 50 best value public universities, reflecting its strong combination of educational achievements and return on investment.

The university also placed No. 8 for best alumni networks among public schools, No. 10 for access to financial aid and No. 16 for internship placement.

“It is gratifying to see the University of Georgia ranked among the nation’s top universities,” said President Jere W. Morehead. “These accomplishments reflect the dedication and talent of our exceptional faculty, staff and students whose efforts continue to elevate the university’s reputation and impact.”

This recognition from The Princeton Review adds to UGA’s recent national accolades from other rankings organizations.

In Money Magazine’s most recent rankings, UGA earned 4.5 out of 5 stars, with the publication highlighting the university’s superior graduation rate, broad access to financial aid and the impressive number of students who earn prestigious national awards.

Niche placed UGA at No. 11 among public universities nationwide, awarding the university an overall grade of A+, its highest distinction. UGA also achieved standout rankings in numerous subcategories including No. 1 in America for student life, No. 5 for sports management, No. 6 for business, No. 7 for communication and No. 12 for best college campuses.

This national recognition comes as UGA welcomes one of the most accomplished incoming classes in its history. For fall 2025, the university received more than 47,860 first-year applications, ultimately enrolling over 6,200 first-year students.

This exceptional class enters with an average GPA of 4.17, an average SAT score of 1356 and an average ACT score of 31 — along with an average of 11 rigorous AP, IB or dual enrollment courses completed per student.

“The University of Georgia continues to be recognized among the best public universities in the nation,” said Benjamin C. Ayers, senior vice president for academic affairs and provost. “These rankings reflect our ongoing commitment to pursuing excellence in our teaching, research and service efforts.”