Recent Accolades
Exciting things are happening at Molloy—and the world is taking notice.
We’re honored to be recognized on a national level by respected publications and educational organizations. These accolades reflect the dedication of our students, faculty, and staff, and affirm our commitment to academic excellence, service, and leadership rooted in our Dominican values.
The Wall Street Journal
2026 Best Colleges in the U.S.
#75 in the Nation
#6 in New York State
#8 in Social Mobility in New York State
#7 in Best Salaries in New York State
Money Magazine Best Colleges in America 2025
Four Stars
Forbes
America's Top Colleges 2026
Niche.com, 2026
#1 Safest College Campus in New York
#2 Best Catholic College in New York
#2 Best Colleges for Nursing in New York
#3 Best Colleges for Education in New York
Top Ten Best Value Colleges in New York
The Princeton Review
Best Regional College in the Northeast 2026
U.S. News and World Report 2025
Best Online Bachelor's Programs
Molloy University Honored As A 2023-2024 College Of Distinction
Academic Program Recognition
Our academic programs continue to earn recognition for their excellence in teaching, innovation, and student outcomes. These distinctions underscore the strength of our curriculum, the expertise of our faculty, and the success of our graduates across diverse fields.
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Education
Niche.com, 2026
Top 3 Best Colleges for Education in New York StateCollege Factual
Ranked #5 out of 35 in Best Teaching English or French Master's Degree Schools in New York, 2023
Ranked #5 out of 35 in Best Teaching English as a Second or Foreign Language/ESL Language Instructor Master's Degree Schools in New York, 2023 -
Nursing & Health Sciences
Niche.com, 2025 and 2026
#2 Nursing Program in New York StateCollege Factual, 2023
Highest Paid Graduates in Allied Health, Cardiovascular Technology, Nuclear Medicine Technology, School Nurse
#1 in Best Nuclear Medical Technology/Technologist Bachelor's Degree Schools in the Middle Atlantic Region
#3 in Best Allied Health Professions Bachelor's Degree Schools in New York
#3 in Best Other Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing Bachelor's Degree Schools
#5 in Best Other Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing Master's Degree Schools -
Criminal Justice
Best Value Schools
Top 3 in New York State, 2021 -
Speech-Language Pathology
College Factual
Best Value Speech-Language Pathology Schools in New York for Those Getting Aid, 2023SpeechPathologyGraduate Programs.org
Best Accredited SLP Master's Programs, "A," 2022
