The USF College of Engineering has advanced in the latest graduate engineering rankings released by U.S. News & World Report, rising to No. 83 overall among all engineering schools, up from No. 89 last year.
Among public institutions, USF Engineering is now ranked No. 51, reflecting continued momentum in research, academic quality and student success.
"Our advancement in the rankings is a clear indication of the impact of our work and the strength of our faculty, students and staff," said Levi Thompson, dean of the College of Engineering. "It also suggests that there is excitement about the direction we are heading as a college. Our aspiration is to become the premier engineering college in Florida, and this new ranking reinforces that we are on the right path."
The U.S. News Best Graduate Engineering rankings evaluate programs nationwide based on factors including peer assessment, research activity and faculty resources. USF’s continued rise reflects strategic investments in high-impact research, innovative academic programs and strong industry partnerships.
Several USF Engineering programs also saw gains or strong placements in their respective disciplines:
- Aerospace Engineering: No. 63 (new ranking)
- Biomedical Engineering: No. 97 (up from No. 101)
- Chemical Engineering: No. 78
- Civil Engineering: No. 75 (up from No. 79)
- Computer Engineering: No. 77 (up from No. 79)
- Electrical Engineering: No. 80 (up from No. 90)
- Environmental Engineering: No. 46 (up from No. 54)
- Industrial / Manufacturing / Systems Engineering: No. 41 (up from No. 44)
- Mechanical Engineering: No. 115
These results reflect the college’s strategic focus on advancing discovery, strengthening academic programs and preparing students to lead in a rapidly evolving engineering landscape.