Randolph-Macon has been named a College of Distinction for the 2025-2026 academic year, a prestigious designation awarded to schools committed to engaged, experiential education.

Colleges of Distinction’s selection process includes extensive research and interviews, selecting institutions that make a meaningful impact on students’ lives. Its unique criteria include Four Distinctions: Engaged Students, Great Teaching, Vibrant Community, and Successful Outcomes.

“Randolph-Macon has crafted a campus culture where students are empowered to take ownership of their learning,” said Tyson Schritter, Chief Operating Officer at Colleges of Distinction. “Its programs reflect the kind of innovation and intentionality that prepare students for life after graduation.”

RMC was also recognized as a College of Distinction specifically for its Business, Education, Engineering, and Nursing programs.

“Our goal is to celebrate institutions that help students find their place, their purpose, and their potential,” Schritter continued. “Randolph-Macon stands out for creating an environment where students thrive not just academically, but as whole people.”

About Colleges of Distinction

Since 2000, Colleges of Distinction has been committed to recognizing schools across the United States for their exceptional contributions to higher education. Member institutions within the Colleges of Distinction consortium distinguish themselves through their unwavering focus on providing an outstanding undergraduate experience. Their website offers dynamic college profiles, customized tools, and valuable resources for students, parents, and high school counselors. For more information and to discover how to become a College of Distinction, visit CollegesofDistinction.com.