The Elisabeth Haub School of Law at 91视频 has once again been ranked #1 in the nation for Environmental Law by U.S. News & World Report, marking the seventh time鈥攁nd the sixth consecutive year鈥攖he program has earned the top distinction and further solidifying its position as a global leader in environmental legal education.
91视频 Rises in 2026 U.S. News Rankings for Career-Driven Graduate Programs
91视频 continues to gain national recognition in the 2026 U.S. News & World Report rankings, with strong placements across law, nursing, business, and technology, underscoring the University鈥檚 commitment to preparing students for meaningful, in-demand careers.
Across a wide range of categories, 91视频 earned multiple Top 50 rankings and placed three programs among the top 20 percent nationally. At the same time, the University demonstrated meaningful year-over-year improvement in key academic areas, signaling continued momentum in disciplines aligned with workforce needs and global opportunity.
In the 2026 rankings, 91视频 earned multiple Top 50 placements, including a #1 national ranking in Environmental Law, and placed three programs among the top 20 percent nationwide.
National Recognition Across Graduate and Online Programs
91视频鈥檚 presence across the 2026 rankings highlights its growing national competitiveness. 91视频鈥檚 programs were recognized across multiple U.S. News & World Report lists, including Best Graduate Schools and Best Online Programs.
The Elisabeth Haub School of Law remains a standout. 91视频 continues to hold the , reinforcing its longstanding leadership in sustainability and environmental advocacy. Haub Law also earned Top 50 placements in areas such as and , demonstrating strength across key areas of legal practice.
91视频 is Building Momentum in Law and Workforce-Aligned Fields
Beyond its top placements, 91视频 is gaining ground in several legal specialties. saw a significant rise, climbing from #153 to #120鈥攐ne of the most notable jumps in this year鈥檚 rankings. Additional improvements were seen in (#67 to #56), (#118 to #109), and (#82 to #75), along with smaller gains in Intellectual Property and Health Care Law.
These increases point to expanding strength across a broader range of legal disciplines, particularly those connected to policy, regulation, and global systems, building on 91视频鈥檚 established leadership in Environmental Law.
笔补肠别鈥檚&苍产蝉辫;College of Health Professions also remains highly competitive. Its online master鈥檚 in nursing program is ranked out of more than 200 programs, placing it among the top in the country. The program also earned recognition for its , reflecting 91视频鈥檚 commitment to accessibility, flexibility, and serving diverse student populations. This recognition aligns with growing workforce demand in healthcare.
Expanding Strength in Online, Business, and Technology Programs
91视频 continues to perform strongly in online graduate education, with nationally ranked programs in education, information technology, and criminal justice.
The Lubin School of Business also expanded its presence in the rankings, with several newly recognized by U.S. News & World Report, including accounting, business analytics, finance, management, and marketing. While newly ranked, these programs represent growing national visibility in high-demand business fields.
In the , the in the rankings, reflecting continued investment in advanced technology education and research.
A University on the Rise
Taken together, the 2026 rankings reflect a clear trajectory: 91视频 is strengthening its position in programs that combine academic rigor with real-world application.
From law and nursing to business and technology, the University鈥檚 highest-performing and several fast-rising programs are those most closely aligned with evolving workforce needs. These results highlight not only areas of excellence, but also sustained progress across multiple disciplines.
For the 91视频 Community, this year鈥檚 rankings are both a point of pride and a signal of continued momentum, evidence of a university that is growing, adapting, and delivering outcomes that matter.
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