<p>There is a reason why Villanova, is ranked below all the schools by most people and U.S. News. The reason is because although Villanova is a good school with some very smart kids, it lacks the same national recognition that the other schools have and it does not have many, or maybe any doctoral programs.</p>
<p>Villanova is a good school, but certainly the lowest out of the list provided from an academic standpoint (albeit the schools being mentioned are great!)</p>