Sul Ross Tops National Ranking for Latino Student Success | Odessa News

Odessa News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Sep 2, 2026 · 1m

Sul Ross State University just soared to 9 nationally for helping Hispanic students climb the economic ladder, thanks to a new ranking from Washington Monthly and Excelencia in Education. This isn’t a fluke — earlier this year, Sul Ross earned the prestigious Seal of Excelencia, a rare certification awarded only to schools that prove deep, data-driven commitment to Latino student success. The Seal signals intentional investment in students’ entire journey — before, during, and after graduation. Washington Monthly’s ranking highlights how these institutions, especially those with the Seal, are…