Forbes released its “Top 25 Public Colleges 2015” list this week and the University of Georgia was ranked No. 18. Not bad for a ranking considering the return on investment for a college education.

“I am pleased that the University of Georgia has once again been recognized as one of the best public universities in the nation,” said President Jere W. Morehead. “Although rankings invariably fluctuate year to year, UGA is on an upward trajectory as the institution continues to attract the best and brightest students and to provide them with a world-class education that leads to successful careers after graduation.”

General categories used to determine the rankings included student satisfaction, post-graduate success, student debt, graduation rate and academic success. Each of these categories had different determinations.

To read more about the ranking system, as well as other schools listed in the rankings, read the original article.