Sep 24, 2025 - Education
Emory leads Georgia in college rankings
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The University of Georgia regularly defeats Georgia Tech on the football field, but not in the latest U.S. News and World Report Best Colleges rankings released this week.
The latest: Emory University (24th) is the highest-ranked university in Georgia to make the list, followed by Tech (32nd) and UGA (46th).
Fun facts: Spelman College and Morehouse College ranked first and third among HBCUs nationwide.
- Berry College in Rome offered the best value among regional universities in the South.
- Georgia Tech was also named the third most innovative school in the country, down one spot from 2025's list.
The intrigue: Agnes Scott College retained its title as the country's most innovative liberal arts college.
- The Decatur school also ranked in the top five for first-year experiences and learning communities.