U.S. News & World Report Ranks Miami Dade College in Top Five

Miami, Sept. 24, 2024 – Today, U.S. News & World Report, the global authority in education rankings, released its 2025 Best Colleges rankings. Miami Dade College (MDC) has made history with its highest-ever ranking, placing #4 among Top Public Schools – Regional Colleges and earning a spot in the top 20, ranked #18 among all schools in the South Region.

In addition, MDC was ranked #6 in Best Colleges for Veterans, #10 in Top Performers on Social Mobility and #12 in Best Value Schools in the South Region.

“It is a true honor to be recognized by U.S. News & World Report in five categories, including as a top-five public institution,” said MDC President Madeline Pumariega. “We take great pride in serving the South Florida community as an education and workforce engine. This important distinction speaks to our commitment to academic excellence and the steadfast dedication of our talented faculty and staff helping students achieve their dreams.”

Established in 1960, MDC has long been the recipient of many awards and recognitions, including the 2021 Seal of Excelencia, a national certification for institutions that go beyond enrollment to serve Latino students intentionally, and the prestigious 2019 Aspen Prize for College Excellence, the nation’s signature recognition of high achievement and performance among state colleges.

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About Miami Dade College
Miami Dade College (MDC) is the most diverse institution in the nation, with 167 nations and 63 languages represented in its student body. The college’s eight campuses and outreach centers offer over 300 distinct degree pathways, including associate and baccalaureate degrees, certifications and apprenticeships.  MDC is the recipient of many top national awards, including the prestigious Aspen Prize. The College changes lives through accessible, high-quality teaching and learning experiences. It is home to the Miami Culinary Institute, the Miami Animation & Gaming International Complex, the Miami Fashion Institute, The Idea Center, the Cybersecurity Center of the Americas, two AI Centers, the Center for Learning, Innovation and Simulation at the Medical Campus, the Business Innovation & Technology Center, the School for Advanced Studies and New World School of the Arts, among others. MDC has been recognized among the nation’s “Great Colleges to Work For” since the program’s inception. The College serves as an economic, cultural and civic leader for the advancement of our diverse global community. MDC alumni and employees contribute more than $3 billion annually to the local economy, and graduates occupy top leadership positions in every major industry. MDC’s renowned rich cultural programming includes the Miami Book Fair, Miami Film Festival, the National Historic Landmark Miami Freedom Tower, Koubek Center Mansion and Gardens, Live Arts Miami at MDC, the Lynn and Louis Wolfson II Florida Moving Image Archives, and the Museum of Art and Design.  MDC has admitted more than 2.5 million students and counting, since it opened its doors in 1960. Approximately 125,000 students are currently enrolled. For more information, visit www.mdc.edu.