UNF ranks among U.S. News & World Report’s 2026 Best Graduate Schools

The University of North Florida ranks among U.S. News & World Report's 2026 Best Graduate Schools for many of its graduate school programs and specialties including:

• Part-time MBA
• Best Educations Schools
• Doctor of Nursing Practice
• Healthcare Management
• Nursing - Anesthesia
• Physical Therapy
• Best Public Affairs Programs
• Public Health
• Social Work
• Statistics

"These rankings reflect the strength of UNF's graduate programs and the dedication of our faculty to preparing students for meaningful, high-impact careers," said Dr. Michele Moore, dean of the UNF Graduate School. "We are committed to providing rigorous academic experiences, innovative research opportunities and real-world learning that empower our students to excel in an evolving global workforce."

The UNF Graduate School allows students to pursue cutting-edge scholarly research, gain superior professional skills and improve career path options while learning from talented faculty on a beautiful campus. UNF offers certificate, master's and doctorate programs in business, computing, engineering, healthcare and more.

Designed for prospective students looking to advance beyond an undergraduate degree, the Best Graduate Schools rankings evaluate programs annually using indicators such as employment outcomes, student selectivity, faculty resources and reputation. For the 2026 rankings, U.S. News & World Report collected data through surveys conducted in fall 2025 and early 2026, incorporating both statistical indicators and peer assessments from academic and industry leaders, with increased emphasis on student outcomes like job placement and earnings, alongside select third-party data sources when applicable.

Learn more about the ranking methodology or view the complete U.S. News and World Report's 2026 Best Graduate Schools.