UC Davis stands third in the nation among public universities and 12th among all universities for how well it sets its graduates up for financial success in The Wall Street Journal/College Pulse 2026 rankings released today (Sept. 29). The ratings are the latest among the most prestigious university rankings recognizing UC Davis for its quality of education, the impact of its research, the social mobility it offers students and more. UC Davis and rankingsA world-class university, UC Davis is highly ranked for how it transforms students’ lives, the impact of its research, the excellence of its academic programs, sustainability and more. UC Davis encourages prospective students and their families to weigh rankings among other factors in their college decision, talk with counselors and UC Davis admissions advisors, and, if possible, visit the campus. About UC DavisLocated near the California state capital, UC Davis is a public land-grant university and Tier 1 research university.