Ranking Overview

Eureka College is ranked among Regional Colleges in the Midwest by U.S. News & World Report, with recognition for social mobility outcomes.

Current Ranking Snapshot

Ranking body	Latest available position
U.S. News & World Report 2026	Regional Colleges Midwest, #43 (tie)
U.S. News & World Report 2026	Top Performers on Social Mobility, #47 (tie)
U.S. News data profile	Undergraduate enrollment about 527 (fall 2024)
U.S. News data profile	Student-faculty ratio about 15:1
U.S. News data profile	Acceptance rate about 85%; test-blind policy

What The Rankings Mean

Eureka’s profile is classic undergraduate-focused liberal arts: smaller endowment than elite privates, but strong student-faculty contact and improving mobility metrics relative to peers.

The test-blind policy signals holistic review centred on GPA, essays, activities and fit.

Recognition And Quality Signals

Beyond rankings, Eureka highlights:

• Historic connection to Abraham Lincoln and U.S. civil discourse traditions
• Reagan Leadership Program alumni outcomes across business, education and public service
• NCAA Division III athletics and close-knit Greek life options
• Transparent cost-of-attendance publishing for 2026–27 planners

Ranking Advice For September 2026 Applicants

Students applying for the September 2026 intake should compare Eureka using:

• Net price after merit tiers
• Four-year graduation support through advising and the Uniquely Eureka Advantage terms
• Internship access via Handshake and central Illinois employers
• Comfort with a rural campus versus urban internships

If small college + social mobility rank + test-blind access matters, Eureka’s 2026 profile is compelling.