The Cal Poly College of Engineering continues to make its mark as a national leader, securing top honors in the 2025 U.S. News & World Report Best Colleges rankings. In specialty program rankings, Cal Poly’s Civil Engineering program earned the prestigious No. 1 ranking — moving up from its previous No. 2 spot, affirming its position as the nation’s best. This recognition reflects the program’s commitment to hands-on, Learn by Doing education and its dedication to producing engineers equipped to tackle real-world challenges.
Alongside Civil Engineering, Cal Poly celebrated several other high-ranking programs:
- No. 1 in Computer Engineering
- No. 2 in Electrical Engineering
- No. 3 in Mechanical Engineering
Cal Poly’s Civil Engineering program is continuing to excel on the national platform as they gear up to host the ASCE Civil Engineering Student Championships in June 2025, an event that will bring together over 500 students and faculty from around the world for a weekend of competition, networking, and collaboration. This event provides our students with the perfect platform to not only demonstrate their skills and talents, but also their creativity and passions.
The Civil Engineering department has consistently reinforced their position as a leader in engineering innovation. The program has led projects addressing renewable energy, infrastructure resilience, and environmental sustainability, while also having faculty members at the forefront of impactful research in key fields. Cal Poly Civil Engineering’s continued success is fueled by the program’s commitment to empowering students and making a positive impact on society.
For more information about the College of Engineering and news on its recent recognition, visit their article at Cal Poly College of Engineering.
