Accreditations
Wilkes University is regionally accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, which was most recently reaffirmed in 2020. Professional accreditations and affiliations
include:
- American Chemical Society
- Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET
- Accreditation Council for Business Schools & Programs
- Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education
- American Society of Health-System Pharmacist Commission on Credentialing
- Pennsylvania Department of Education
- Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education
- The baccalaureate degree in nursing/master's degree in nursing/Doctor of Nursing Practice/, and post graduate APRN certificate programs at Wilkes University are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education.
More information about academic programs with accreditation or certification.
Rankings and Recognitions
For 90 years, Wilkes has been dedicated to preparing students for lifelong success by providing an education they’ll value for life. We’re open and accepting to all. And we always will be. Many renowned organizations have recognized this commitment. Read on for our national rankings and recognitions.
Brookings Institution
Ranked 14th overall in helping students improve their income after graduation -- read more about Brookings Institution
The Economist
- 25th in the nation for economic value
U.S. News and World Report
Ranked for 19 consecutive years -- read more about U.S. News and World Report
- Ranked #234 of national universities
- Top performer for social mobility
- A+ school for B students
- Ranked #413 of BSN programs
- Ranked #205 of engineering bachelor’s-degree programs
Washington Monthly
- Ranked #245 of national universities
- Recognized for "Best Bang for the Buck," highlighting schools that help students pursue a marketable degree at an affordable price
Niche
Based on rigorous analysis of academic, admissions, financial, and student life data
from the U.S. Department of Education along with millions of reviews from students
and alumni.
- Best college in America (ranked 747)
- Top private university in America (ranked 446)
- Best value college in America (ranked 425)
The Princeton Review
- Best northeastern college
Wall Street Journal/Times Higher Education
- Wilkes was one of 800 schools from across the country on the Wall Street Journal/Times Higher Education ranking of the Best Colleges in 2021.
G.I. Jobs Magazine
- Proud military friendly school for ten consecutive years -- learn why
CollegeNET Social Mobility Index
- Top ranked institution in Luzerne County for educational access and opportunity and within top 25 percent of independent institutions ranked nationally - read more about CollegeNET
Georgetown Center on Education and the Workforce
- Top 10% in return on investment for graduates