Washington Monthly Ranks Florida Tech First among Private Universities in Florida

MELBOURNE, FLA.—According to the Washington Monthly 2010 rankings of national universities, Florida Institute of Technology places first among private universities in Florida. The publication rates schools based on their contribution to the public good in three broad categories: social mobility, research and service.

“I believe that our diversity, acclaimed sponsored research projects, active service organizations and community involvement have all helped us to earn this recognition,” said Florida Tech President Anthony J. Catanese.

Florida Tech was designated a Tier One Best National University in the latest U.S. News & World Report College Guide, is one of just nine schools in Florida lauded by the 2011 Fiske Guide to Colleges and was named a Barron’s Guide “Best Buy” in College Education.