U.S. News & World Report ranks CEAT among 2026 Best Online Engineering Graduate Programs

U.S. News & World Report ranks CEAT among 2026 Best Online Engineering Graduate Programs

Tuesday, January 27, 2026

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The College of Engineering, Architecture and Technology at Oklahoma State University has been ranked No. 24 among the 2026 Best Online Master's in Engineering Programs by U.S. News & World Report. This continues to place CEAT at the No. 1 spot in the state of Oklahoma.

Additionally, CEAT was ranked No. 15 among the 2026 Best Online Master's in Engineering Programs for Veterans, also placing CEAT in the No. 1 spot in Oklahoma in this category.

U.S. News evaluated schools in the Online Master's in Engineering Graduate Programs based on a variety of factors, such as student engagement, faculty credentials and services and technologies.

"This recognition reflects CEAT's unwavering commitment to delivering engineering education that is rigorous, relevant and accessible," said Dr. Hanchen Huang, dean of CEAT. "As a land-grant, R1 institution, Oklahoma State University is uniquely positioned to connect cutting-edge research, world-class faculty and flexible online delivery to meet the evolving needs of engineers at every stage of their careers."

In its 14th year, the U.S. News Best Online Programs is designed for individuals looking to complete or further their education. This year's edition evaluates more than 1,800 online bachelor's and master's degree programs using metrics specific to online learning. The rankings include only degree-granting programs offered primarily online by regionally accredited institutions.

"What sets the top-ranked online programs apart is their commitment to delivering flexible coursework for professionals, parents and service members seeking to advance their careers and broaden their knowledge," said Dr. LaMont Jones, managing editor for education at U.S. News. "Our rigorous evaluation focuses on student engagement and support to highlight programs truly built for the modern learner."

Prospective students can see how OSU compares to other institutions and how the rankings are calculated on USNews.com.

"These rankings affirm the intentional design behind CEAT's online graduate programs, programs built to support working professionals, military-affiliated students and lifelong learners without compromising academic excellence," said Nathan Cragun, manager for CEAT Online Learning. "Through innovative instruction, dedicated faculty and comprehensive student support, CEAT Online is preparing graduates to lead and make an immediate impact in their industries."

CEAT offers online graduate programs in:
Electrical Engineering, M.E.
Electrical Engineering, M.S.
Engineering and Technology Management, M.S.
Engineering Technology-Fire Safety and Explosion Protection, M.S.
Engineering Technology-Mechatronics and Robotics, M.S.
Fire and Emergency Management Administration, M.S.
Industrial Engineering and Management, M.S.

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