Fairmont State University ranks among the top Military Friendly Colleges in the U.S.

News Release
January 24, 2020

Fairmont State University has been recognized as a top ranked institution offering the best online Military Friendly Colleges by Intelligent.com. Fairmont State University was listed among 60 other competing public institutions across the nation.

The student-focused comprehensive research guide is based on an assessment of 1,604 accredited colleges and universities. Each program is evaluated based on curriculum quality, graduation rate, reputation, and post-graduate employment.

The 2020 rankings are calculated through a unique scoring system which includes student engagement, potential return on investment, and leading third party evaluations. Intelligent.com analyzed 224 programs, on a scale of 0 to 100, with only 60 institutions making it to the final list, ranked at #29. The methodology uses an algorithm which collects and analyzes multiple rankings into one score to easily compare each university’s degree program.

To access the complete ranking, please visit: https://www.intelligent.com/best-online-military-friendly-colleges/.

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