SAN ANGELO, Texas — For the seventh consecutive year, Angelo State University is a national "College of Distinction", named by the Colleges of Distinction print and online college guide recognizing colleges and universities implementing best practices in higher education.
Angelo State is one of only four Texas public universities to receive the national 2024-2025 "College of Distinction" designation.
ASU also received these designations for 2024-2025:
- "Public College of Distinction"
- "Texas College of Distinction"
- "Affordability College of Distinction"
- "Military Support College of Distinction"
Schools are selected for the various designations for employing high-impact practices and demonstrating excellence in four key areas identified by Colleges of Distinction as the "four distinctions" - engaged students, great teaching, vibrant community and successful outcomes.
"Those four distinctions are echoed in Angelo State's mission and vision statements and our core values," said ASU President Ronnie Hawkins Jr. "To be nationally recognized for living up to the goals that we set for ourself as the Ram Family is truly gratifying, and it confirms that we are providing our students with the education and campus experiences they need for future success. Earning multiple 'College of Distinction' designations every year also raises our national profile and makes Angelo State an attractive destination for a wide variety of prospective student populations."
ASU has also been recognized for three individual academic programs being named a "Business College of Distinction," "Education College of Distinction" and "Nursing College of Distinction." These designations are based on accreditation, breadth of program and a track record for success.
All of the 2024-25 Colleges of Distinction lists are available at collegesofdistinction.com/best-colleges-of-distinction/.
