De Pere, Wis. — St. Norbert College has been recognized for excellence in multiple categories in the 2026 Niche College Rankings, highlighting its commitment to fostering students’ intellectual, spiritual and personal growth both inside and outside the classroom.

St. Norbert College is ranked:

• #5 — Best College Food in America

• #1 of 30 — Best College Food in Wisconsin

• #2 of 30 — Best College Campuses in Wisconsin (#1 private college)

• #3 of 33 — Colleges with Best Student Life in Wisconsin (#1 private college)

• #6 of 30 — Best College Athletics in Wisconsin (#1 Division III private college)
   

“These rankings are a testament to the dedication of our faculty, staff, and students in creating a thriving campus community,” said President Laurie Joyner. “They reflect the collective effort that goes into making St. Norbert College not just a place of academic excellence, but a vibrant community where students grow intellectually, spiritually and personally. We are proud that our students’ experiences, inside the classroom, on the playing field, and across campus life, are being recognized on a statewide and national level. These accolades inspire us to continue providing an environment where every student can thrive, explore their passions and prepare for meaningful lives of impact.”

In addition to its top rankings, St. Norbert College earned several notable placements in Wisconsin categories, including #7 of 33 for Colleges with the Best Professors, #8 of 33 for Colleges with the Best Academics, and #2 of 4 for Best Liberal Arts Colleges. These recognitions highlight the strength of the SNC faculty, the quality of its academic programs and its continued distinction as one of the state’s leading liberal arts institutions.

St. Norbert College’s recognition in the 2026 Niche College Rankings reflects both rigorous data analysis and the voices of real students. Niche combines vetted sources, including U.S. Department of Education data, with nearly 500,000 student reviews to provide a comprehensive look at academics, campus life and overall student experience. For 2026, Niche updated its methodology to ensure fairness and inclusivity, including changes to campus safety measures and the validation of user-generated content. Colleges are evaluated using a weighted system that standardizes and scores multiple factors, producing overall rankings and grades that show how institutions perform relative to one another. The result is a transparent, credible, and student-centered ranking system designed to help families find the college that best fits their needs.

The recognition from Niche reinforces St. Norbert College’s ongoing commitment to providing a holistic and transformative educational experience for students. With a mission rooted in the Norbertine tradition of community, service and learning, St. Norbert College continues to stand out as a place where students are empowered to grow, explore and lead lives of significance.

About St. Norbert College


St. Norbert College, located in De Pere, Wis., is the only Norbertine college in the world and a private Catholic liberal arts institution known for its personalized attention and commitment to educating the whole person. Ranked among the top 100 National Liberal Arts Colleges and Best Value Schools by U.S. News & World Report, the college offers undergraduate degrees in the arts and sciences, business, and health and human development, as well as two graduate programs. Part of the greater Green Bay community, the campus fosters intellectual, spiritual, and social growth. St. Norbert College competes in NCAA Division III athletics and is home to 27 intercollegiate teams and 17 individual and team national championships.