<p>I know not to put too much stock in what my daughter (current h.s. junior) wants to major in in college. But I was wondering, how do people find rankings of college departments? I occasionally read that some college's economics department is ranked No. 3 in the country. Where is that info posted? I searched through the online (paid) version of U.S. News and World Reports but haven't found rankings except for engineering. If anyone could point me in the right direction, I would appreciate it!</p>
<p>One source you could look at is Rugg's Guide <a href="http://www.ruggsrecommendations.com/rureonco20ed.html%5B/url%5D">http://www.ruggsrecommendations.com/rureonco20ed.html</a></p>
<p>Our counselor has it for the students. I also found it at my public library in the states. It is a good starter guide.</p>
<p>Rugg's is the best, especially since it includes LACs. The Gourman Report also ranks undergrad programs, but it tends to favor large state universities. Many people cite the NRC</a> rankings as a source, but they rank graduate programs.</p>
<p>Thank you, overseas, for the tip about Rugg's Recommendations. I immediately called my D's school and borrowed it. It confirmed the reasearch I did on the academic programs of several schools that she is trying to decide upon . . . this week! My D feels really happy about her choices, and I owe that to Rugg's.</p>
<p>Georgemma, It started my son on his quest. What a week this is, isn't it! Have fun.</p>