Berry’s mission is to prepare the whole student for all of life. More than just exceptional academics, Berry provides opportunity for eight semesters of paid professional development experience through our LifeWorks™ program. With support from a network of mentors that have your back from day one, you’ll gain the tools and connections to create your path to a meaningful life.
Will Bannister ’22, a biochemistry major with a minor in One Health, combined rigorous training in science and service opportunities at Berry to carve out a career in developing policies and programs that benefit marginalized communities. He is attending Brown University to earn a dual degree Master of Public Health and Master of Public Affairs.
U.S. News has ranked Berry College the No. 1 best value among regional universities in the South which consists of 13 states and territories. Berry rose in nearly all the 2024 U.S. News & World Reports’ Best Colleges rankings. It ranked 1st for “best undergraduate teaching”, 5th for “most innovative” and 5th overall in the South.