Nebraska U Ranks in Top 10% Worldwide for Agriculture, Natural Resources

By Geitner Simmons

The University of Nebraska–Lincoln’s agriculture and natural resources programs rank in the top 10% of nearly 500 institutions worldwide, according to new QS World University Rankings.

Nebraska ranked third among Big Ten land-grant universities in the service’s employer reputation category, which reflects how well a university is perceived by employers in preparing graduates with desirable skills and knowledge. 

Overall, the university’s programs for agriculture and natural resources placed 46th among 475 universities worldwide ranked by Quacquarelli Symonds, a global higher education company that produces the annual ranking.

“It’s exciting and encouraging for us to be ranked in the top 10% on a worldwide scale,” said Tiffany Heng-Moss, interim Harlan Vice Chancellor for the Institute of Agriculture and Natural Resources and interim vice president of agriculture and natural resources for the University of Nebraska system. “This recognition affirms the meaningful work happening across IANR — in our research laboratories and statewide platforms, classrooms and experiential learning settings, Extension offices and communities.”