The Auburn Engineering Online and Continuing Education Program ranked 15th in the nation, according to U.S. News & World Report’s 2018 Best Online Programs rankings. The program moved up five spots from 20th in 2017.

Each online program is evaluated and ranked on criteria that include student engagement, faculty credentials and training, student services and technology, peer reputation and admissions selectivity.

“This ranking reflects our priority to offer the highest quality engineering education online,” said Christopher B. Roberts, dean of engineering. “I am proud of our faculty and staff who have made it a goal to offer an engineering curriculum that is parallel to the quality of programs we offer on campus. I look forward to continuing to provide a quality online experience for our students that is accessible, efficient and affordable.”

The Auburn Engineering Online and Continuing Education Program offers more than 100 courses with degree offerings in more than 10 disciplines. To learn more or apply, visit eng.auburn.edu/online.