About Us
At TheBestSchools, we’re committed to helping you achieve your educational and professional goals. Regardless of where you are in your academic journey, we can help you take the next step toward the program, school, or career of your dreams.
Everybody’s educational path looks a little different. Whether you’re still in high school, a parent hoping to return to college, or a working professional interested in switching careers, we can help answer your questions. We have resources tailored to just about every type of student, degree, and career path.
Why We Are Here
Every student deserves the resources, support, and information they need to succeed in college and beyond. Our free, comprehensive college rankings and guides can help you create a customized career path.
TheBestSchools offers objective, up-to-date rankings and resources for online and on-campus degrees at all levels to help you get the best education to reach your academic and professional goals.
Our Core Values
TBS is built on the belief that education should be accessible to everyone.
Our core values guide everything we do. Those values are:
- Authenticity
- Objectivity
- Accessibility
- Integrity
- Transparency
Our team of writers, editors, and integrity reviewers is committed to providing you with accurate, up-to-date, and verifiable information to help you make informed educational decisions.
Our Promise to You
TBS is here to support you through every step of the college journey. Whether you’re exploring degrees, comparing schools, or switching careers, you’ll find reliable rankings, in-depth resources, and expert guides that give you everything you need to move forward with confidence.
We only use reputable sources, such as the National Center for Education Statistics, the U.S. Department of Education, and the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, to ensure our school rankings are objective, balanced, and backed by credible data.
What We Offer
Since 2011, TheBestSchools has been committed to helping students discover the right school and program while providing the resources needed to plan and navigate every step of the student journey.
Explore Rankings
Learn about the best accredited online colleges and universities, the top programs in your field, and the best accelerated degrees.
Best Online Colleges of 2025
Discover the top online university rankings for 2025 and popular degrees to pursue. Learn about paying for college and the perks of studying online.
Best Online Colleges to Start Anytime of 2025
Ready to start college now? Learn more about the best online colleges you can apply to today so you can begin learning tomorrow.
Best Accelerated Online Bachelor’s Degrees of 2025
An accelerated online bachelor’s degree can help you earn your degree faster and from the comfort of your home. Find the top programs here.
Most Affordable Online Colleges for Bachelor’s Degrees of 2025
Discover the cheapest online bachelor’s degrees and how they can help you save money, earn more, and prepare for a successful career.
College Rankings by Location
What’s the best college in your state? Discover our online college rankings by location to earn a high-quality degree close to home.
Best Colleges by State | TheBestSchools
Find the best colleges in the US with our ranking of the top schools and universities in each state.
The Most Affordable Four-Year College in Each State
Find the most affordable college near you. Our guide provides a ranking of colleges with the lowest annual net cost in each state.
Best Online Colleges in Texas
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The Best Online Colleges in California 2024
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Degree Program Guide
Can’t decide on a major? We’ll help you get there. Learn about the various degrees you’ll need for different career paths. Then, explore programs at the undergraduate and graduate levels that align with your professional goals.
From Associate to Doctorate: A Complete Guide to College Degree Levels
How do college degrees work? Learn more about the types of degrees, the jobs you can get with each degree, and how much you can earn with your education.
Business Degree Guide
A degree in business can open doors to dynamic, high-paying careers across many industries. Discover which business degree may be right for you.
Communications Degree Guide
A communications degree can equip you with in-demand skills like research and marketing. Discover what you can do with a communications major.
What Can You Do With a Computer Science Degree?
A computer science degree teaches you how to code and design software. And once you graduate, you can qualify for many well-paying tech jobs.
Career Center
Trying to choose a career path? Want to change careers? Our career center can help you make an informed decision.
Career Guide
Explore Careers Find a career that works best for your goals. Select a field you’re interested in, or explore by category. Know what you want to do but aren’t sure how to get there? We can help with that too. HOW TO BECOME BEST JOBS POPULAR CAREERS View more careers thebestschools.org is an advertising-supported site. …
10 Highest-Paying Jobs With an Associate Degree
Discover a variety of high-paying, in-demand jobs you can pursue with just an associate degree in this guide.
Highest-Paying Careers With a Bachelor’s Degree
Only a handful of bachelor’s degrees lead to six-figure careers. Discover the highest-paying bachelor’s degrees and see how median salaries stack up by field.
Top 10 Careers for People With a Four-Year Degree
Some of the most in-demand (and highest-paying) jobs require a bachelor’s degree. Whether you already have a degree, maintain current enrollment in a program, or are considering going back to school, these are the careers to keep your eye on.
What Can You Do With a Criminal Justice Degree?
Criminal justice fields offer diverse roles for recent graduates. Explore career paths for criminal justice majors in law enforcement and beyond.
Student Resources
Prepare for online classes, learn how to pay for college, and discover learning tools with our student resources.
FAFSA and Financial Aid for Online College
Learn about the different types of financial aid available for online college and how to apply for them, including federal student aid eligibility.
How to Earn College Credit for Work Experience
You can save time and money on your degree by earning college credit for work experience. Most colleges offer credit for the pathways in this guide.
How to Earn College Credits While in High School
Earning college credits in high school can help you save significantly on college costs and graduate sooner. Find the best ways to earn credits here.
Teaching Requirements by State
Each state has different teaching license requirements, which can make the licensure process confusing. Learn how to get a teaching license in five steps.
Meet the Team
Our team includes editors, writers, and copy editors who specialize in higher education. College professors and industry experts also contribute to our resources. Additionally, we rely on a review network of subject matter experts to help ensure the accuracy of our content.
Tyler Epps
Editor
Tyler Epps is the principal editor for TheBestSchools. He writes and edits content about higher education, specializing in degree planning and college rankings.
Sarah Eilefson
Managing Editor
Sarah earned her doctoral degree in English from Loyola University Chicago and her undergraduate degree from Colby College. She believes in the power of education to advance one’s personal and professional life and has worked as an educator for more than a decade.
Evan Thompson
Writer
Evan Thompson is an education and careers writer with The Best Schools. He was previously a journalist with bylines in the Seattle Times, Tacoma News Tribune, and Everett Herald.
Holland Webb
Writer
Holland Webb has more than 20 years of experience in education, serving at nearly every level, from preschool to postsecondary. Holland has written for brands such as MailChimp, Wiley, Modkat, This Old House, and Architectural Digest.
Alison Plaut
Writer
Alison Plaut has been writing for educational nonprofit organizations and financial publications for more than 15 years. She is passionate about helping people empower themselves while making a positive impact on society.
Our Commitment to Editorial Integrity
In all of our school rankings and recommendations, we provide objective, balanced, carefully researched information — with no influence from external organizations.
Our rigorous editorial process underscores our commitment to accuracy. Research, expert interviews, and fact-checking ground the resources and guides we publish.
Our writers and editors also turn to actual students and industry experts to capture authentic experiences and provide actionable information. We rely on reputable sources, like:
- Peterson’s Data
- National Center for Education Statistics
- U.S. Department of Education
- Council for Higher Education Accreditation
- U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
Our Editorial Policies and Guidelines
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