Even the longstanding US News and World Report's latest school rankings are innovating.
For the first time, the report includes the most innovative schools, as judged by college presidents, deans, and admissions officers.
The schools earn the distinction for their emphasis on grooming self-motivated thinkers that can turn wild ideas into successful realities.
Does your alma mater make the grade?
13 (tie). University of Southern California
USC has an entire department, the Stevens Center for Innovation, reserved strictly for new business and product ideas.
Research faculty can brainstorm, engineer, and commercialize those ideas.
USC also encourages undergrads to think creatively with its student-run Spark SC Committees, innovation-driven groups that design and build products, and host events around campus.
13 (tie). University of Central Florida
At UCF, the Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship helps students and faculty turn zany ideas into marketable ventures.
One avenue is the Blackstone LaunchPad, which offers students free, confidential coaching to build a start-up.
A five-year, $50 million agreement with UCF combined with a network of coaches gives students the know-how and ability to start self-driven careers.
13 (tie). Georgia Institute of Technology
Georgia Tech's Enterprise Innovation Institute consults with established business pros and local K-12 schools to foster innovative thinking based on their specific needs.
The university also houses the Invention Studio, which is open to all students who want to tinker, build, and play.
"To promote and reward creativity," the studio's website states, "there are few strict rules in the Invention Studio. Rather, we promote an ethic of responsibility, safety, and community ownership."
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