--- title: "Dordt ranks among best Midwest regional universities by U.S. News & World Report 2027 Best Colleges list" date: 2026-09-23T08:45:00-05:00 author: Sarah Moss canonical_url: "https://www.dordt.edu/news/dordt-ranked-among-best-midwest-regional-universities-by-u-s-news-world-report-2027-best-colleges-list" section: News --- [ View Dordt News](https://www.dordt.edu/news) [Notable](https://www.dordt.edu/news?category=notable) [Rankings](https://www.dordt.edu/news?category=rankings) Sep 23, 2026 # Dordt ranks among best Midwest regional universities by U.S. News & World Report 2027 Best Colleges list Tied for sixth among Regional Universities (Midwest), Dordt also tied for sixth for Top Private Schools and is ranked #15 for Best Value Schools. ![](https://d3evso2dxyohou.cloudfront.net/generalUploads/Dordt-University-campus-photo.png?mode=crop&pos=center-center&w=66&h=57&f=webp&c=4f809fde&v=d1d6ee08248a2fa99abaefc228fb1c27cd5bfdc9e40014941a679f1517adbe0f) ![]()Dordt University tied for sixth among [Regional Universities (Midwest) in the *U.S. News & World Report* 2027 Best Colleges list](https://www.usnews.com/best-colleges/dordt-university-1859/overall-rankings). Dordt also tied for sixth for Top Private Schools within Midwestern regional universities. Other rankings Dordt earned within Regional Universities (Midwest) include Best Value (#15), Top Performers on Social Mobility (#31 – tied), and Undergraduate Engineering Non-Doctorate (#71 – tied). “The *U.S. News & World Report* rankings continue to highlight the momentum we’re experiencing at Dordt, with [record enrollment for the sixth year in a row](https://www.dordt.edu/news/dordt-university-has-record-enrollment-for-sixth-year-in-a-row),” says Greg Van Dyke, vice president for enrollment. “For years, Dordt has consistently been ranked as one of the top Midwestern regional universities, which is a reflection of our strong reputation.” ![](https://d3evso2dxyohou.cloudfront.net/generalUploads/DSC7763.jpg?mode=fit&pos=center-center&w=57&h=65&c=c6805014&v=6f84143438aaa25aaf3a2b6d3995ab6a420aeacae7475cdf246d19705dc919f4) Dordt President Dr. Erik Hoekstra points back to the university's mission. “Ultimately, Dordt exists to ‘equip students, alumni, and the broader community to work effectively toward Christ-centered renewal in all aspects of contemporary life.’ It is encouraging to be recognized by a reputable ranking system like *U.S. News & World Report* 2027 Best Colleges list, but what really matters is that our students know Christ and are well prepared for all that the Lord has created them to do.” Dordt being included as a Top Private School for Midwestern regional universities fits with the university's deep commitment to Christ-centered education in that this category highlights schools that have structures for "smaller classes, specialized academic focuses, and shared religious affiliation or other alignment.” Dordt's #6 spot on the Regional Universities (Midwest) ranking puts the university ahead of regional public universities such as University of Northern Iowa (#12 – tied), South Dakota School of Mines and Technology (#18 – tied), and Dakota State University (#78 - tied), as well as other private regional universities like University of Northwestern-St. Paul (#36 – tied) and Northwestern College (#55 – tied). Dordt is tied for sixth with St. Catherine University of St. Paul, Minnesota. To learn more about the methodology behind the rankings, visit “[How U.S. News Calculated the 2027 Best Colleges Rankings](https://www.usnews.com/education/best-colleges/articles/how-us-news-calculated-the-rankings).” --- **About Dordt University** As an institution of higher education committed to the Reformed Christian perspective, Dordt University equips students, alumni, and the broader community to work effectively toward Christ-centered renewal in all aspects of contemporary life. Located in Sioux Center, Iowa, Dordt offers undergraduate and graduate programs that help students live their faith in every area of life. Through rigorous learning, meaningful relationships, and whole-person formation, students gain the practical wisdom to serve God and neighbor through their work and in their communities. Dordt has been named among the nation's leading Christian universities by *U.S. News & World Report*, *Niche*, and other national publications. --- [Previous Article ![](https://d3evso2dxyohou.cloudfront.net/generalUploads/i-JPmNkcn-X3.jpg?mode=crop&pos=center-center&w=56&h=33&f=webp&c=d5f99e18&v=f480acf9fa754831ae1b7f40a6b3ea7aea4a75875a7f6de1920d12d18c610a0c) Research and Scholarship Sep 24, 2026 ## Dordt educator introduces JONAH framework for supporting proactive learning environments and student success Dr. Kathleen VanTol, professor of education and director of the Master of Special Education program at Dordt, has created JONAH, a free, open educational resource designed to help educators create positive, proactive learning environments and respond effectively when students struggle with behavior. Read More ](https://www.dordt.edu/news/dordt-educator-introduces-jonah-framework-for-supporting-proactive-learning-environments-and-student-success) [Next Article ![](https://d3evso2dxyohou.cloudfront.net/generalUploads/i-Nmgz9Gz-X3.jpg?mode=crop&pos=center-center&w=56&h=33&f=webp&c=f8c05913&v=73401a43aea953829f042c46fcbade3b776f5807017ff1d50108bc58483aa704) Events Sep 23, 2026 ## Dordt University to host "Dordt Writes" event on October 16 On Friday, October 16, Dordt University will host "Dordt Writes." This event includes brief presentations and panel discussions with Dordt faculty members on their most recent scholarship and research. Read More ](https://www.dordt.edu/news/dordt-university-to-host-dordt-writes-event-on-october-16) [ ![]() ## View All Dordt News View News ](https://www.dordt.edu/news) Sep 24 General #### [Praise & Worship ](https://www.dordt.edu/events/praise-worship-2026-09-24) Sep 25 Campus Visit Days #### [Campus Visit Days ](https://www.dordt.edu/events/campus-visit-days-2026-09-25) Sep 25 Athletics Men's Cross Country #### [9/25 10:15 AM Dordt University Men's Cross Country at Augustana Invitational - Yankton Trails Park ](https://www.dordt.edu/events/9-25-1015-am-dordt-university-mens-cross-country-at-augustana-invitational-yankton-trails-park) ![A picture of campus behind yellow prairie flowers](https://d3evso2dxyohou.cloudfront.net/generalUploads/2021-22/Buildings-and-Campus/2021-09-23_001574-1.jpg?mode=crop&pos=center-center&w=50&h=50&f=webp&c=3d670641&v=d2bdb7cbdc83e5be46d3a10afe8a1214a0e770536697eb0ddbe29e017d2e9577) <![CDATA[YII-BLOCK-BODY-END]]>