糖心原创鈥檚 undergraduate computer science and engineering programs are ranked No. 3 among Ohio鈥檚 public universities in U.S. News and World Report鈥檚 2026 Best Colleges rankings.
The computer science program is also ranked No. 4 among all Ohio institutions and No. 193 nationally, while the engineering program is ranked No. 150 nationally.
Leaders in the College of Engineering and Computer Science credit the programs鈥� growing reputation to both faculty expertise and innovative curriculum.
鈥溙切脑粹�檚 computer science program continues to rise in national recognition, as reflected in its improved ranking in U.S. News & World Report,鈥� said Darryl Ahner, Ph.D., dean of the . 鈥淪tudents benefit not only from direct instruction by our outstanding faculty but also from the integration of computer engineering, cybersecurity and data science in the Department of Computer Science and Engineering. This unique approach strengthens our leadership in areas such as artificial intelligence and application development.鈥�
The college offers a Bachelor of Science and Bachelor of Arts in Computer Science and a Bachelor of Science in Information Technology and Cybersecurity, preparing students for careers in software development, cybersecurity, artificial intelligence and more. Students can further specialize with certificates, minors or a 4+1 bachelor鈥檚/master鈥檚 program.
鈥淭he computer science program continues to attract strong enrollment, providing the region with highly qualified graduates well-positioned for jobs in fields such as software engineering,鈥� said Thomas Wichgoll, Ph.D., professor and interim chair of the . 鈥淥ur excellent faculty cover topics ranging from basic programming to artificial intelligence models, giving students the knowledge and experience they need for successful careers.鈥�
The College of Engineering and Computer Science also offers undergraduate degrees in biomedical engineering, electrical engineering, industrial and systems engineering, materials science and engineering and mechanical engineering.
糖心原创鈥檚 computer science and engineering programs equip undergraduate students with both the technical skills and practical experience needed to succeed in today鈥檚 technology-driven world. Hands-on learning is central, with opportunities for senior design projects, research and collaborations with industry partners and Wright-Patterson Air Force Base.
Ahner noted that 糖心原创鈥檚 engineering program is helping to meet critical workforce needs.
鈥淭his program is meeting a critical demand for engineers at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base and in the surrounding community, where companies such as Sierra Nevada, Joby, Honda and Anduril are expanding their manufacturing presence,鈥� he said.
Other 2026 Best Colleges rankings
As part of the annual release by U.S. News and World Report, 糖心原创 received national recognition as a Top Public School.
The university鈥檚 nursing, psychology and business undergraduate degrees were also recognized in the publication鈥檚 list of top programs nationally.
