All articles tagged with #us news and world report
Originally Published 3 months ago — by NBC 5 Chicago
Four Illinois universities are among the top 100 in the U.S., with the University of Chicago and Northwestern University in the top 10, according to U.S. News & World Report's latest rankings, which evaluate over 400 national universities based on various academic and student success metrics.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by University of Florida
The University of Florida has maintained its position as the No. 7 public university in the U.S. for the eighth consecutive year in the 2026 rankings, also ranking No. 30 among all universities, reflecting its strong reputation in academics, research, and student success.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by The University Record
The University of Michigan remains the No. 3 public university in the U.S. and ranks 20th overall among all institutions, with top rankings in business, engineering, nursing, and other undergraduate programs, reflecting its academic excellence and comprehensive educational offerings.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by Axios
The Labrador retriever has become the most popular dog breed in the U.S. according to a recent U.S. News & World Report analysis, surpassing other breeds like Chihuahuas and Golden Retrievers, with trends showing rising popularity for Dachshunds and mixed breeds.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by NBC 5 Chicago
Several suburban Chicago hospitals, including Northwestern Memorial and Rush University Medical Center, were ranked among Illinois' top 10 and nationally on the U.S. News & World Report's Best Hospitals 2025-26 list, which evaluates nearly 4,440 hospitals across multiple specialties and data points.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by NBC 5 Chicago
Two Chicago hospitals, Northwestern Memorial and Rush University Medical Center, are among the top 20 in the U.S. for 2025-26, with Northwestern making its 14th consecutive honor roll and Rush excelling in neurology and neurosurgery, reflecting their clinical excellence and dedication to patient care.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by AL.com
Huntsville, Alabama, has been ranked eighth in U.S. News & World Report's 2025 Best Places to Retire list, praised for its housing affordability and revitalized city center. Despite a lower healthcare score, Huntsville's overall appeal makes it a top retirement destination, continuing its trend of high rankings in quality of life lists.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by WTOP
U.S. News & World Report has ranked the best places to retire in 2025, highlighting Washington D.C. for its high scores in happiness, healthcare access, and job market, despite its affordability concerns. D.C. ranks 12th overall but 3rd for well-being among 150 cities. Virginia Beach also scores well, ranking 8th for happiness with high desirability and a good job market. The full report is available online.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Newsday
North Shore University Hospital and NYU Langone-Long Island have been named among the nation's top hospitals for the second consecutive year by U.S. News & World Report. These Long Island hospitals, along with several others in the region, were highlighted in the annual rankings, which assess clinical outcomes, staffing, technology, and patient and physician surveys. While these rankings are often used in hospital marketing, experts note they may not be as relevant for the average patient, who typically considers their doctor's recommendations, insurance coverage, and proximity.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by New York Post
Four New York hospitals, including NYU Langone, Mount Sinai, NewYork-Presbyterian, and North Shore University Hospital, have been named among the top 20 medical centers in the nation by U.S. News & World Report for 2024-25. These hospitals were recognized for their exceptional patient outcomes, quality of nursing care, and specialty services in areas such as cardiology, neurology, and orthopedics.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by WXYZ 7 Action News Detroit
Six Michigan cities, including Ann Arbor and Detroit, have been named among the top 150 places to live in the U.S. by U.S. News & World Report, which evaluated factors such as crime rates, education quality, and housing affordability.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by FOX 5 San Diego
State Farm is dropping over 2,000 policyholders in 50 San Diego County zip codes, prompting affected homeowners to seek new insurance options. U.S. News & World Report lists Amica, USAA, Nationwide, Lemonade, and Chubb as some of the best insurance providers in the region, each with different coverage options and star ratings. Homeowners are advised to start shopping around as their current contracts expire during the summer months.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by University of Wisconsin-Madison
The University of Wisconsin-Madison's graduate programs have been highly ranked by U.S. News & World Report, with the School of Education securing the top spot nationally. Other notable rankings include Computer Science at 13th, Social Work at 20th, and Public Affairs at 23rd. However, rankings for Best Medical Schools, Best Engineering Schools, and Best Clinical Psychology Programs have been delayed due to queries from graduate schools under review.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by USA TODAY
U.S. News & World Report has released its ratings of the "Best Hospitals for Maternity Care," evaluating 680 hospitals' labor and delivery care units. The hospitals were designated as "high performing" or "not high performing" based on their quality of care for parents with uncomplicated pregnancies. The high-performing facilities had lower C-section and newborn complication rates compared to other hospitals. The rankings also recognized 73 hospitals that serve communities with limited access to maternity care. However, the overall state of maternity care in the U.S. remains concerning, with high rates of preterm births and racial disparities in maternal mortality.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by CBS Boston
Three Massachusetts hospitals, Massachusetts General Hospital, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, and UMass Memorial Medical Center, have been ranked among the best in the country for maternity care by U.S. News & World Report. The rankings were based on factors such as cesarean section rates, newborn complications, and breast milk feeding rates, focusing on uncomplicated pregnancies. Beth Israel was recognized for minimizing avoidable C-sections, while UMass Memorial had the lowest reported newborn complications among the three hospitals.