Champlain Ranks Among Best 390 Colleges by The Princeton Review

Champlain College is pleased to announce that it has been named one of the Best 390 Colleges and Best Regional Colleges by The Princeton Review for 2025. These annual rankings are based on comprehensive surveys and feedback from current students, and showcase our commitment to academic excellence and student experience.

“It’s an honor to be included in The Princeton Review’s ‘Top Colleges’ list year after year, and we are so proud our students’ success,” says Champlain College President Alex Hernandez. “Champlain College gets students Ready with our career-focused, Upside-Down Curriculum and through all the experiences that set our students apart when they graduate—so they can hit the ground running. We want every one of our graduates to be Ready to make a difference in the world.”

Why Champlain Stands Out

Our innovative programs are market-driven, designed to address industry needs that employers are looking for today and in the future. We are always looking ahead: We were one of the first schools to offer degrees in game 20 years ago; one of the first schools to offer fully accredited online academic degrees and certificates for flexible learning more than 30 years ago; and one of the first schools to launch an on-campus experience-based center for cybersecurity and digital forensics.

Our dedicated faculty, and vibrant community—both on campus and online—are critical factors in earning these accolades. Whether it’s our career-focused curriculum, flexible learning options, or the beautiful Burlington campus, Champlain College continues to offer an exceptional experience for all students.

Looking Ahead

As we celebrate this recognition, we are setting ambitious goals to make Champlain College a top-tier school for cybersecurity and digital forensics, technology and design, and entrepreneurship and social innovation. To that end, we are pleased to see students occupy the new technology-enhanced learning spaces and modernized science labs this semester as part of the recent Joyce and Freeman Hall renovations. Additionally, we are thrilled to welcome our partners at NuHarbor Security to our Lakeside Campus next year, bringing students unprecedented access to internships, mentors, hands-on learning, and scholarships.

Our commitment to academic excellence remains unwavering and ever-growing as we continue to introduce new undergraduate programs including degrees in Digital Humanities and Interactive Narrative for Games & Digital Media. Our online presence and reputation continue to expand as we roll out new masters programs in Accounting, Project Management, Organizational Leadership, and more. It is our mission to prepare students who are ready for work, ready for life, and ready to make a difference through their experience at Champlain College.

About The Princeton Review Rankings

The Princeton Review’s rankings are a trusted resource for prospective students. They are based on data collected from thousands of students about their experiences, providing a comprehensive picture of what it’s like to attend each institution. Being featured on these lists reflects our dedication to creating a supportive and enriching educational environment.