Thomas Jefferson University’s College of Architecture & the Built Environment (CABE) has been ranked No. 60 in the nation out of 171 schools in Niche’s 2026 Best Colleges for Architecture in America.
The ranking is based on a rigorous analysis of data from the U.S. Department of Education, along with millions of reviews from students and alumni across the country. Factors include academics, admissions, financial support, and student life, as well as survey responses from current and former architecture students.
“At Jefferson, we are deeply committed to the transformative education,” said John Dwyer, Chair of the Department of Architecture. “The partnership between our faculty and students is the heartbeat of our community—the force that propels us forward every day. The thoughtful feedback our students share on Niche is a symbol of our faculty’s dedication. It inspires us to continually strengthen our shared mission: empowering every student to expand their capacity to shape a better world.”
The ranking highlights CABE’s continued excellence in architectural education as well as its commitment to shaping graduates who are ready to address the most pressing design challenges.