College of Engineering sees dramatic rise in USNWR rankings, second best in FL

The FAMU-FSU College of Engineering vaulted 51 spots to reach No. 69 among all doctoral granting undergraduate engineering schools in the U.S. and 37 spots to No. 40 among public universities, according to the latest U.S. News & World Report rankings.

The improvement ranks the joint college second among all, both public and private, engineering schools in Florida.

The college serves as the engineering institution for both Florida A&M and Florida State universities. FAMU President Larry Robinson and FSU President John Thrasher agree that the college’s collaborative model, which is unique in the U.S., has contributed to the success of both universities and the joint college, beyond just the rankings.

“The recent U.S. News and World Report rankings reflect the outcome of a 38-year partnership between FAMU and FSU with a commitment to excellence and with a clear understanding of the need to catalyze change through diversity, equity and inclusion in our students and all aspects of the operation,” Robinson said. “I am proud to partner with Florida State University and see our joint college recognized as a national leader in engineering education.”

The college’s movement up 51 places was the highest of any engineering institution and more than double that of any other school.

The college has made incredible strides in recent years under the leadership of Dean Murray Gibson.