For a second consecutive year, Lindenwood University has been named Best College/University in the STL Headliner awards. The annual prize is presented by the St. Louis Post-Dispatch following a public vote.
The STL Headliner competition recognizes the most trusted and valued institutions in the region. By retaining the Best College/University title, Lindenwood demonstrated its continued strength ahead of the region’s most recognizable universities. Topping the vote tally reflects the positive experiences of those throughout the Lindenwood community.
“Lindenwood University is thrilled to repeat as the Best College/University in the St. Louis Post-Dispatch’s STL Headliners competition. This recognition, voted on by community members across the greater St. Louis region reflects Lindenwood’s reputation as an outstanding choice for higher education,” Lindenwood President Dr. John R. Porter said. “Earning this award two years in a row demonstrates the tremendous faculty and staff at Lindenwood who put our students first, and the success of our graduates who are making an impact in the region.”
Being selected by a public vote speaks to the reputation of a Lindenwood education across the region. For prospective students, the result offers a clear indication of the value that the broader community puts on the Lindenwood experience.
For a full list of winners, visit the St. Louis Post-Dispatch’s 2026 STL Headliners page.