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UC is the best public university in the country

The Forbes 2026 “America’s Top Colleges” list ranked eight UC campuses among its top 30 public universities, with six among the top 50 schools, public or private.


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UC’s youngest stars shine on Forbes’ 30 Under 30 list

The 2025 Forbes “30 Under 30” list features 46 UC alums, students and faculty from eight campuses and two national labs.


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All nine UC campuses rise to the top in new rankings

The Wall Street Journal and Forbes magazine both agree: The University of California’s nine undergraduate campuses are among the best in the nation.


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UC tops Forbes, Washington Monthly rankings as America’s best university system

Four UC campuses are among the top 25 of all private or public universities in the country, says Forbes.