Accolades
Best of the Best
Phi Beta Kappa Institution
Saint Michael’s College is one of just 286 colleges and universities nationwide with Phi Beta Kappa chapters. Saint Michael’s is one of only 20 national Catholic colleges that is part of the elite group and one of four in New England.
Phi Beta Kappa at Saint Michael’s
The Princeton Review
Saint Michael’s College has been included in the Princeton Review’s Best 391 Colleges. In the 2026 rankings, Saint Michael’s was once again named one of the Best Northeast Colleges by the Princeton Review.
U.S. News Rankings
U.S. News in its 2026 Best College Rankings, has ranked Saint Michael’s College, 115th nationwide for National Liberal Arts Colleges and has included it as one of the top schools in Top Performers on Social Mobility.
A Commitment to Engagement
“There is something special to St. Mike’s which is hard to put into words… Saint Michael’s teaches students to go out into the world and work to make it a better place.”
Top Fulbright Producer
In 2023-2024, the U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs recognized Saint Michael’s College for being one of the colleges and universities with the highest number of students selected for the Fulbright U.S. Student Program for the second time.
A Best College for Women
Saint Michael’s College has been included as an America’s Best Colleges for Women. This Newsweek ranking reflects the College’s commitment to Women’s Empowerment Principles and addressing gender equality.
Open Doors Seal of Excellence
In 2024, Saint Michael’s College received an Open Doors Seal of Excellence in recognition of its 75 years of continuous participation in the Open Doors survey. Since its inception in 1949, the Open Doors report has been the gold standard for tracking trends in international educational exchange.
Outcomes: 99% Placement
within 6 months of graduation
83%
Full-Time Employment
16%
Graduate School
75%
Met with a career coach
Among top in Nation in NCAA Division II Academic Success Rate
Saint Michael's College ranks consistently near the top of the list for Academic Success Rate in NCAA Division II in student-athlete graduation rate.
Burlington, VT a Top College Town
Travel + Leisure named Burlington, VT as one of America’s Best College Towns in the country. With their Knightcard, students ride free on public transportation and can be downtown in a matter of minutes.
A Hidden Gem
Saint Michael’s College was named as a College Raptor hidden gem in their Best in the U.S. and New England Colleges 2026 Rankings.
A Top Value
Saint Michael’s College has been recognized as a Money magazine’s 2025 Best Colleges based on quality, affordability and student outcomes.
Best for Business and Liberal Arts
Saint Michael’s College is included as a Best College for Student Athletes in America, in Niche’s 2026 rankings.
Accreditation
Saint Michael’s College is accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education (NECHE); our Education Department is accredited by ROPA.
Discover The St. Mike's Way
Every journey at Saint Michael’s begins with purpose and is guided by people who make this place extraordinary. Through their voices, discover what it means to live, learn, and grow the Saint Mike’s Way.