Points of pride
At University of Redlands, we take pride in our rich legacy of academic excellence, personalized education, and a deep commitment to student success. Our national recognition and accreditations reflect not only our achievements but also our ongoing dedication to growth, innovation, and the transformative power of a Redlands education.
Featured Accolade
University of Redlands ranked #1 in the West
University of Redlands has been ranked #1 Top Private Regional University in the West (tie) by U.S. News & World Report in its newly released 2027 Best Colleges rankings.
Top-ranked, accessible, and affordable education
University of Redlands offers a high-quality education designed to be flexible and inclusive. With strong financial aid options and online programs, we make it easier for students to access the educational opportunities they deserve.
#1
in Top Private Schools
We are ranked among the top 1 universities in the West for providing opportunities for smaller classes, specialized academic focuses, and other alignment, according to U.S. News & World Report, 2027.
#3
in Best Regional Universities
For five years, ranked among Regional Universities in the West for offering a broad range of undergraduate and master’s degrees, according to U.S. News & World Report, 2027.
#5
in Best Value
For its strong combination of academic quality and affordability, providing exceptional educational value and accessible higher education for students, according to U.S. News & World Report, 2027.
Excellence in education
From undergraduate to master’s programs, Redlands is celebrated for its outstanding teaching and commitment to student success.
#3
in Best College for Veterans
In federal initiatives helping veterans and active-duty service members pay for their degrees, according to U.S. News & World Report, 2027.
#17
in Top Performers on Social Mobility
For advancing social mobility by enrolling and graduating large proportions of disadvantaged students awarded with Pell Grants, according to U.S. News & World Report, 2027.
Featured Accolade
University of Redlands joins Colleges That Change Lives (CTCL)
With this designation, Redlands becomes part of a network of 45 transformative colleges that share a core belief: college should be a life-changing experience.
Featured Accolade
Higher Access, Higher Earnings: Redlands ranks among top colleges and universities for student outcomes
University of Redlands has been named one of the nation’s Higher Access, Higher Earnings institutions in the newly released 2025 Carnegie Classifications, a recognition that positions Redlands among the top colleges and universities driving meaningful student outcomes through educational access and career success.
Our impact
Our award-winning faculty inspire, our students achieve, and at Redlands we’re winning big.
Transformative education rooted in community
This year, readers of “The Press Enterprise” named U of R Best Four-Year University and Favorite Graduate/MBA School in the 2025 Best of Inland Empire Readers' Choice Awards.
Althea Rani Sircar recognized with two prestigious awards
Assistant Professor of Political Science Althea Rani Sircar has been recognized with two prestigious awards, the Arnold L. and Lois S. Graves Award in the Humanities and the Mellon Emerging Faculty Leaders (MEFL) award from the Institute for Citizens & Scholars.
Woodbury University Dean Heather Flood named AIA|LA 2025 Educator of the Year
American Institute of Architects Los Angeles (AIA|LA) is one of the three largest local AIA chapters in the nation, representing architects, design professionals, and allied fields.
The first Redlands student named to the ALL IN Student Voting Honor Roll
Double major in political science and English literature, Byran Whitehead ’25, was recognized at the 2025 Honors Convocation and Recognition Ceremony.
Biology student earns a rare $5,000 undergraduate research grant
Biology major Kathy Bonilla ’25 earns a competitive grant from Sleep Research Society Foundation (SRSF) for her research on melatonin levels in over-the-counter products.
Jennifer Tilton receives Juneteenth Freedom Award
Professor Jennifer Tilton of Race and Ethnic Studies at the U of R shares more information about her research and what the Juneteenth Freedom Award means to her.
Full list of accolades and rankings
Arbor Day Foundation
- Recognized as a Tree Campus by the Arbor Day Foundation. (As of 2023, 15 consecutive years) Tree Campus Higher Education at arborday.org.
Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education
- University of Redlands was recognized among the top 16% of colleges nationwide as an Opportunity College and University – Higher Access, Higher Earnings from Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education. This new classification highlights Redlands’ commitment to meaningful student outcomes through educational access and strong career success for graduates.
Colleges That Change Lives
- University of Redlands is now part of Colleges That Change Lives (CTCL)—a network of 45 transformative colleges that share the core belief that college should be a life-changing experience.
College Consensus
Colleges of Distinction
- Based on engaged students, great teaching, vibrant community, and successful outcomes
- Colleges of Distinction awards for 2024 – 2025 include Business, Education, Career Development, Equity & Inclusion, Military Support, and Best Colleges for You.
Creative Colleges
- Featured in Creative Writing
- Listed in Acting, Art and Design, and Music
Fiske Guide to Colleges (College of Arts and Sciences)
- Best and Most Interesting
Fulbright Scholarship Program
- Recognized by the U.S. Department of State as a Fulbright Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) Leader
- 28 Fulbright students in the last 15 years
- Recognized by the Department of Education as a "Top Producer of Fulbright Students"
Payscale.com (College of Arts and Sciences)
- Salary potential
- Top 16% Best Universities for a Bachelor's Degree (248 of 1,515)
- Best Value
- Top 13% Best Value Private Colleges (113 of 864)
- Top 10% Best Value Colleges for Business Majors (150 of 1,487)
The Princeton Review
University Headquarters
- Top Ranked Colleges 2025
- Top rankings 2025:
- #3 in Top 10 Best ACBSP MBA Programs in California
- #3 in Top 25 Online Masters in Human Services
- #4 in Top 10 Best Human Resources Programs in California
- #6 in Top 25 Best Business Management Colleges
- #8 in Top 25 Best MBA ACBSP Accredited Programs
- #10 in Top 25 Best Accounting Programs in California
- #10 in Top 25 Best Online College Programs in California
- #14 in Top 25 Best International Business Colleges
- #16 in Top 25 Best Finance Programs in California
- #22 in Top 25 Best MBA Programs in California
- #23 in Top 25 Best Psychology Programs in California
U.S. News & World Report
- #4 in Best Undergraduate Teaching
- #6 in Best Colleges for Veterans
- #8 in Regional Universities West (tie)
- #9 in Best Value Schools
- #31 in Top Performers on Social Mobility (tie)
Washington Monthly
- "Best Bang for the Buck Colleges"
- Ranked #14 on Master's University Rankings
- Top 3% (20 of 604), Best National Universities, Masters
Based on contributions to the public good, including social mobility, research, and service
Arbor Day Foundation
- Tree Campus USA (14 consecutive years)
College Consensus
- Top 50 Best Online Grad Schools for Master's Programs
- Best Colleges & Universities in the West
Colleges of Distinction
- College of Distinction
Based on engaged students, great teaching, vibrant community, and successful outcomes
Creative Colleges
- Featured in Creative Writing
- Listed in Acting, Art and Design, and Music
Fiske Guide to Colleges (College of Arts and Sciences)
- Best and Most Interesting
Fulbright Scholarships
- Recognized by the U.S. Department of State as a Fulbright Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) Leader
- 28 Fulbright students in the last 15 years
- Recognized by the Department of Education as a "Top Producer of Fulbright Students"
Payscale.com (College of Arts and Sciences)
Salary potential
- Top 16% Best Universities for a Bachelor's Degree (248 of 1,515)
Best Value
- Top 13% Best Value Private Colleges (113 of 864)
- Top 10% Best Value Colleges for Business Majors (150 of 1,487)
The Princeton Review
- Best 389 Colleges
- Best Western Colleges
University Headquarters (School of Business and Society)
- #2 Best MBA ACBSP Accredited Schools in California
- #4 in Online Human Services Master's Colleges
- #7 Best MBA ACBSP Schools
U.S. News & World Report
- #3 Best University in the West - Most Innovative
- #7 Best University in the West
- #18 Best Colleges for Veterans
- #36 Best University in the West - Social Mobility
Washington Monthly
- "Best Bang for the Buck Colleges"
- Top 3% (20 of 604), Best National Universities, Masters
Based on contributions to the public good, including social mobility, research, and service
Learn about University of Redlands accreditation.