The college’s commitment to online learning has been acknowledged once again by U.S. News & World Report in its 2016 Best Online Programs rankings. The College of Engineering has been listed among the nation’s finest, ranking 27th among online graduate engineering programs. The college’s graduate information technology program, housed in the Department of Computer Science and Software Engineering, ranked 16th in the nation among such programs.

“Our rankings reflect the commitment of our outstanding faculty and staff, who continually develop and enhance courses to provide students with a first-rate Auburn Engineering education in a more flexible format,” said Christopher B. Roberts, dean of engineering.

Auburn’s online graduate programs were among more than 1,200 surveyed by U.S. News & World Report. Only regionally accredited institutions, in which all the required coursework could be completed via distance education, were evaluated. Factors used for ranking include student services and technology, faculty credentials and training, student engagement, admissions selectivity and academic peer reputation. U.S. News & World Report established rankings for each online master’s program in education, engineering, business, nursing and computer information technology.