Accreditations
Wilkes University is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education external website, which was most recently reaffirmed in 2020. Following the 2020 reaffirmation, Wilkes moved to an eight-year accreditation cycle (from previous 10-year cycle). Our next Self-Study will be completed and site visit will occur in 2027-2028.
Professional accreditations and affiliations include:
- American Chemical Society
- Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET
- Accreditation Council for Business Schools & Programs
- AACSB International
- Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education
- American Society of Health-System Pharmacist Commission on Credentialing
- Pennsylvania Department of 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 external website.
Rankings and Recognitions
For more than 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.
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.
- Ranked in the top 50% for Best Colleges in America
- Ranked in the top 25% for Best College Dorms in America
- Ranked in the top 40% of Private Universities in the U.S.
- Ranked in the top 25% of Colleges with the Best Professors in America
- Ranked in the top 40% of Colleges with the Best Student Life in America
- Ranked in the top 50% of Colleges for Student Athletes in America
- Ranked #20 for Best College Dorms in Pennsylvania
- Ranked #37 for Colleges with the Best Academics in Pennsylvania
Niche Rankings external website
Brookings Institution
- Ranked 14th overall in helping students improve their income after graduation.
About Brookings Institution external website
Washington Monthly
- Ranked #163 in the northeast
- Recognized for "Best Bang for the Buck," highlighting schools that help students pursue a marketable degree at an affordable price.
Washington Monthly Rankings external website
The Princeton Review
- Ranked Best in the Mid-Atlantic.
The Princeton Review Rankings external website
CollegeNET Social Mobility Index
- Top ranked institution in Luzerne County for educational access and opportunity and within top 35% of independent institutions ranked nationally.
CollegeNET Rankings external website
Georgetown Center on Education and the Workforce
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Top 25% in return on investment for graduates.