The U.S. News college rankings are out. Cue the rage and obsession.

Few franchises related to American higher education are as contentious.

View in browser|nytimes.com September 28, 2024 Every year, U.S. News & World Report publishes its college rankings, drawing both attention and frustration over the murkiness of its methodologies. An Rong Xu for The New York Times See how the list changed this year. → Sign up for the Evening newsletter. Catch up on the biggest news, and wind down to end your day. Get it in your inbox Need help? Review our newsletter help page or contact us for assistance. You received this message because you signed up for updates from The New York Times. To stop receiving From The Times, unsubscribe. To opt out of other promotional emails from The Times, including those regarding The Athletic, manage your email settings. To opt out of updates and offers sent from The Athletic, submit a request. Subscribe to The TimesGet The New York Times app Connect with us on: Change Your EmailPrivacy PolicyContact UsCalifornia Notices The New York Times Company. 620 Eighth Avenue New York, NY 10018