Understanding School Rankings: Debunking the Myth of Purely Positive Research

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School rankings vary significantly based on the criteria used, with some focusing on research outcomes while others consider factors like graduate school admission rates or even social aspects like partying. Each ranking system has its own methodology, leading to differing results across various league tables. The reliability of these rankings can be questionable, as some criteria may not accurately reflect the quality of education. For example, rankings based on student lifestyle choices, such as partying, are often seen as less credible. Understanding the diverse factors that influence school rankings is essential for making informed decisions.
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How is it define ?
Is it only based on positive research results ?
 
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It completely depends where you look. There are so many league tables out there, and they all seem to have different ways of classifying the results of each institution.
 
Generally, each of them will describe the criteria for ranking a school. Certainly some go by research, others by % of students who go on to grad school, etc. I've even seen a ranking of schools by "partying"!
 
HallsofIvy said:
I've even seen a ranking of schools by "partying"!

You probably don't want to go by this one...:rolleyes:
 
yeah that ranking is pretty dubious considering umass has been knocked off that list ;)
 
CPL.Luke said:
yeah that ranking is pretty dubious considering umass has been knocked off that list ;)

:smile::rolleyes:
 

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