ELKINS, W.Va. — Davis & Elkins College advanced in U.S. News & World Report’s 2027 Best Colleges rankings, earning the No. 26 spot among Regional Colleges South and climbing four places to No. 11 among Top Performers on Social Mobility.
The college also ranked No. 21 among Best Private Schools. Its regional ranking improved from No. 27 last year, while its social mobility ranking rose from No. 15.
This marks the fifth consecutive year Davis & Elkins has been recognized among the top regional colleges in the South.
The improved rankings reflect the college’s commitment to providing an accessible education that prepares students for meaningful careers and lives of purpose. Its rise in social mobility highlights the importance of expanding educational opportunities and helping students turn those opportunities into lasting success.
The recognition also reflects the contributions of faculty, staff and students whose work supports academic achievement and student success across the college.