LeTourneau University again ranks among the best colleges and universities in Texas
Once again, LeTourneau University has ranked among the top colleges and universities in the state of Texas.
Among the Regional Universities West list of institutions in the annual “Best Colleges” rankings from U.S. News and World Report, LeTourneau earned the following rankings:
LeTourneau University is leading the way in East Texas and among Council of Christian Colleges and Universities (CCCU)
In addition to being among the best in Texas, LeTourneau also finds itself in the unique position of leading the way among colleges and universities in East Texas and among member institutions of the Council of Christian Colleges and Universities (CCCU).
LeTourneau earned the ranking of the top university in East Texas, overall, and tied for first among CCCU institutions in the Best Undergraduate Engineering programs rankings.
The undergraduate engineering program at LeTourneau University continues to rise in prominence due to the hands-on experience students receive starting on day one of their prospective engineering undergraduate careers.
LeTourneau University engineering students gain an unrivaled experience in our extensive facilities and are taught by faculty who care for the students holistically and not just academically–valuing and shaping both the technical and the relational. Our faculty view teaching and research at LeTourneau as their way of helping students prepare to impact the engineering profession for Christ, and always have. LETU offers one of the longest-standing
and respected Christian engineering programs in the country.
Across campus and disciplines of study, LeTourneau University’s devotion to uphold Christian values and to provide an unparalleled student experience keeps our students plugged into meaningful faith formation as they grow and prepare to remain steadfast in their own Christian faith.
About U.S. News & World Report Rankings
U.S. News & World Report releases its Best Colleges rankings each year to give prospective students and families a snapshot comparison of undergraduate programs to help assess college selection and fit. They have become one of the most widely recognized benchmarks of higher education quality in the country. In its 2026 edition, more than 1,700 colleges and universities are evaluated, with up to 17 criteria used to measure academic quality and student success after graduation. The four overall rankings—National Universities, Liberal Arts College, Regional Universities, and
Regional Colleges—consider factors such as institutional reputation, student outcomes, faculty strength, financial resources, and overall value.
About LeTourneau University
LeTourneau University (LETU) is the leading Christian Polytechnic University committed to preparing graduates who see their work as a meaningful calling to serve God and humanity. Founded by visionary entrepreneur and inventor R.G. LeTourneau, the university continues his legacy of integrating faith, ingenuity, and hands-on learning. Rooted in its mission to claim every workplace in every nation as a mission field, LETU equips students to excel in fields ranging from engineering, aviation, business, nursing, and the sciences to theology, as well as the arts and education. Through rigorous
academics, practical experience, and Christ-centered community, LETU empowers students to think creatively, act ethically, and lead with purpose—impacting the world wherever their work takes them.
