For the eighteenth consecutive year, Daemen University received national acclaim as a 2025-2026 College of Distinction for its commitment to educational excellence. 
Daemen earned distinction in three undergraduate programs, including business, education, and nursing. The institution was also honored for exceptional military support, equity and inclusion initiatives, and affordability.
In addition, Daemen was recognized as an International College of Distinction, New York State College of Distinction, and Private School of Distinction.
“We are extremely proud to be recognized, once again, as a College of Distinction,” said President Gary A. Olson. “This is an ongoing testament to our faculty and staff who remain steadfast in their commitment to prepare every student for an accomplished future.”
“Daemen University 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.”
Unlike rankings that focus on prestige-driven metrics, Colleges of Distinction highlights schools that champion educational impact, from first-year seminars and collaborative projects to undergraduate research, global learning, and internships. Daemen’s inclusion is a result of its commitment to these high-impact practices and the personalized support it offers students throughout their college journey.
“We’ve never believed in ranking schools,” Schritter continued. “Our goal is to celebrate institutions that help students find their place, their purpose, and their potential. Daemen University stands out for creating an environment where students thrive not just academically, but as whole people.”
