The Tickle College of Engineering continues to rank among the top third of colleges across the nation, according to the US News & World Report’s Best Undergraduate Engineering Programs released on Tuesday.

TCE ranks 37^th among public colleges, sixth among Southeastern Conference institutions and 66^th overall among all colleges.

Additionally, the computer science program within the college has risen 18 spots from last year, now ranking 29th among public institutions and 53rd overall.

“It is gratifying to see that the Tickle College of Engineering undergraduate programs remain ranked by our peers as among the very best in the country,” said Matthew Mench, dean and Wayne T. Davis Dean’s Chair. “We are constantly seeking ways to build upon the world-class education, facilities, and faculty we have to provide all of our students the greatest possible opportunities to thrive here and during their future careers in engineering.”

Overall, UT ranks 52nd among public universities and 109th among all colleges and universities nationally. As the demand for an education from UT continues to surge, more students than ever are seeking out the university’s highly regarded academic programs and benefiting from its initiatives aimed at increasing first-year retention and overall graduation rates.

“Record retention and graduation rates are a testament to the commitment of faculty and staff to our students’ success,” said Provost and Senior Vice Chancellor John Zomchick. “This achievement is the result of our dedication to collaborative engagement with our students and innovative curricula and programming to ensure that students are not only staying on track but thriving throughout their academic journey.”

About the Rankings

The information forming the basis for the 2025 U.S. News and World Report rankings was collected using a wide range of data sources. The rankings highlight colleges that excel in such areas as value, social mobility, teaching and meeting veterans’ needs. U.S. News ranks nearly 1,500 U.S. four-year bachelor’s degree-granting institutions, grouped within 10 distinct overall rankings in which colleges and universities are compared with schools that shared their academic mission. The full rankings list can be found on the U.S. News site.

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