Muhlenberg Named Best Value College by Princeton Review
Muhlenberg College is one of only 209 schools nationwide featured on the Princeton Review’s newly released 2025 Best Value Colleges listBy: Carey Manzolillo Monday, June 30, 2025 09:00 AM
Founded in 1848, Muhlenberg College is located in the city of Allentown, Pa.Muhlenberg College is one of only 209 schools nationwide featured on the Princeton Review’s newly released 2025 Best Value Colleges list.
According to the Princeton Review, colleges achieving this ranking earned the publication’s highest return on investment (ROI) ratings. Scores are based on analysis of more than 40 data points, largely derived from Princeton’s academics, affordability, and career preparation surveys conducted in 2024-2025, and PayScale.com’s college alumni surveys about starting salaries, mid-career salaries, and job satisfaction. The ranking reflects excellent academics and career services at an affordable price.
The new Best Value College accolade adds to Muhlenberg’s existing Princeton Review recognition as one of the Best 390 Colleges and Top 50 Green Colleges (#32) and for Best College Theater (#6) and Best Campus Food (#12).
Beginning in their first semester, Muhlenberg students collaborate with career coaches to create a Muhlenberg Action Plan (MAP) — a dynamic roadmap that helps them identify strengths, explore interests, and understand how their liberal arts education connects to career success. One-on-one career coaching continues throughout a student’s time at Muhlenberg and even after graduation, ensuring ongoing guidance. Experiential learning opportunities supported by a thriving alumni network, and throughout diverse industries, help students to build connections, deepen industry knowledge, and gain competitive skills.
