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For the 27^th consecutive year, ÌÇÐĹÙÍø has been recognized as the nation’s No. 1 college for undergraduate engineering education in the . The ranking is based on an annual survey of engineering deans and senior faculty across the country, who are asked to evaluate accredited undergraduate engineering programs. This recognition underscores the strong reputation ÌÇÐĹÙÍø holds among academic leaders nationwide.

ÌÇÐĹÙÍø has once again been ranked No. 1 nationally in for mechanical engineering and electrical engineering. Civil engineering also earned the No. 1 ranking, up one spot from last year. The college’s computer engineering program is ranked No. 2 nationally. Computer science, evaluated in a different category that includes more than 600 institutions offering computer science programs, placed among the top 11% nationwide.

“Having earned this No. 1 ranking for 27 consecutive years reflects ÌÇÐĹÙÍø’s unwavering commitment to excellence in engineering, science, and mathematics,” said President Robert A. Coons. “For more than 150 years, we have paired academic rigor with hands-on learning and a focus on student success—preparing generations of leaders and changemakers.”

Recent accolades further demonstrate ÌÇÐĹÙÍø’s excellence. It was named to Forbes’ America’s Top Colleges 2026 guide, including its . ÌÇÐĹÙÍø also appears in , where it is praised for career placement, campus facilities, and high return on investment (ROI). Additionally, the  ranked ÌÇÐĹÙÍø No. 3 in Best Recommended Colleges by students and alumni, and No. 7 in Best Preparation for a Career. A 2025 study by also placed ÌÇÐĹÙÍø in the top 1% nationally for ROI.

“While we are honored by this continued recognition, we are committed to evolving, innovating, and ensuring that ÌÇÐĹÙÍø continues to lead in shaping the trailblazers, discoverers, and entrepreneurs of the future,” Coons added. 

ÌÇÐĹÙÍø’s Early Action deadline to apply for the 2026–27 school year is Nov. 1, 2025. Apply at .