Auburn Engineering graduate programs No. 32 among public institutions in 2026 U.S. News and World Report rankings
Published: Apr 7, 2026 7:45 AM
By Joe McAdory
Auburn Engineering’s graduate programs were ranked No. 6 overall in the Southeastern Conference and, once again, No. 1 in the state.
Auburn University’s Samuel Ginn College of Engineering continues to be recognized as a leader in higher education, ranking among the nation’s top public institutions in U.S. News and World Report’s 2026 Best Graduate Schools.
U.S. News and World Report, which ranks graduate programs nationally each spring, designated Auburn Engineering No. 32 among public institutions — up one spot from last year — when its annual list was released Tuesday, April 7.
Auburn Engineering’s graduate programs were ranked No. 6 overall in the Southeastern Conference and, once again, No. 1 in the state.
“Recognition from our academic peers reflects the strength of Auburn’s graduate engineering programs and the experience we deliver to our students,” said Maria Auad, associate dean for graduate studies and faculty development. “We remain committed to investing in outstanding faculty, advancing cutting-edge research environments and creating meaningful, hands-on learning opportunities.”
The Best Graduate Schools rankings are based on expert opinion about program excellence and statistical indicators that measure the quality of a school's faculty, research, students and post-graduate outcomes.
Multiple Auburn Engineering graduate-level specialty fields of study also ranked among the nation’s best public programs. Biological/agricultural engineering (biosystems engineering) ranked No. 18, aerospace engineering at No. 24, industrial and systems engineering at No. 24, civil and environmental engineering at No. 31, chemical engineering at No. 35, communications engineering (electrical and computer engineering) at No. 39, mechanical engineering at No. 42, computer science and software engineering at No. 46 and materials engineering at No. 48.
U.S. News and World Report ranked Auburn Engineering’s online graduate programs No. 18 among all institutions in February, while the college’s undergraduate program was ranked No. 33 among public institutions this past fall.
“Our consistent rankings among peer institutions speaks to the commitment of our faculty and the entire graduate engineering community at the Samuel Ginn College of Engineering as we focus on preparing career-ready graduates and advancing impactful research,” said Mario Eden, dean of engineering. “Auburn students gain valuable, hands-on experience in and beyond the classroom, guided by accomplished faculty and supported by robust student success programs. Our alumni are a testament to this approach, and it is encouraging to see that recognition echoed by our peers.”
Prospective graduate students can learn more about Auburn Engineering, apply and schedule a visit here. Media Contact: , jem0040@auburn.edu, 334.844.3447
