What It Is: This is the leading ranking of graduate level public affairs programs in United States based universities. 

Why It Matters To You: The quintessential school ranking, many employers consider this ranking in hiring. The more you know the better you can leverage your education during the hiring process.

Considerations: People have complained about the limitations and the undue influence of this ranking system for years. But for better or worse, it’s the gold standard. This is a fluid ranking so there is no archive of previous year's rankings, with that said the top ranked universities do not see much year over year change. 

Created By: U.S. News & World Report