Concordia University Wisconsin has once again been recognized among the top universities in the state, earning a place in the Top 10 of the 2025 Niche rankings.
The Milwaukee Journal Sentinel reported on the announcement, highlighting the best colleges across Wisconsin and affirming CUW’s standing among the state’s leaders in higher education.
Niche is a national leader in college research and rankings, drawing on millions of student reviews and comprehensive data about academics, campus life, affordability, and outcomes. Its widely used rankings help prospective students and families compare schools.
Niche’s rankings combine data sources with student perspectives. Drawing on information from the U.S. Department of Education, the National Science Foundation, and verified student reviews, Niche evaluates colleges on factors ranging from academics and value to campus life and safety.
“Students, alumni, faculty, and staff already know what these rankings confirm: Concordia University Wisconsin offers a transformational educational experience—one that blends academic excellence, personal support, and a Christ-centered mission,” said President Dr. Erik Ankerberg. “Rankings capture important data points, but the true measure of CUW’s impact is found in the lives of our graduates—women and men shaped by faith, knowledge, and service who go on to lead with integrity in their communities, workplaces, and churches.”
At the heart of CUW’s mission is the integration of faith and education. Every discipline is grounded in a commitment to forming students not only in mind, but also in body and spirit. This holistic approach ensures graduates are ready for their careers while also equipped to serve as compassionate leaders in the Church and the world.
From the liberal arts and business to health professions, pharmacy, education, and theology, CUW offers more than 70 rigorous academic programs. These programs are continuously refined to meet workforce needs while remaining rooted in Concordia’s Lutheran identity.
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