Stacker, using Niche’s 2026 rankings, compiled a list of the nation’s best public colleges based on academics, admissions, cost and student life. Topping the list were the University of Michigan–Ann Arbor, the University of California–Los Angeles and the University of Virginia.

Research has found that while students can benefit from working during college, work may also disrupt their studies. Latino and female students are two of the groups most likely to work while in college.

As they face high-cost fixes, lawmakers have introduced a bond bill that ambitiously intends to fund both the modernization of academic facilities and the addition of affordable student housing throughout the state.

President Lisa Marsh Ryerson vows to drive digital innovation at this online juggernaut with a relentless focus on students—and the staff that support them.