The J. Crayton Pruitt Family Department of Biomedical Engineering has achieved its highest-ever ranking in the latest U.S. News & World Report’s annual evaluation of the nation’s leading undergraduate biomedical engineering programs.

UF BME has ascended to the No. 10 position, a notable improvement from its No. 13 ranking in 2022 among public programs. This elevated ranking underscores the widespread respect that department chairs across the country hold for UF’s biomedical engineering program.

“We take immense pride in being recognized by BME leaders as one of the premier undergraduate programs in the United States,” expressed Dr. Lee Murfee, Associate Professor & Associate Chair for Undergraduate Studies. “It’s incredibly satisfying to focus on our students and to have this focus recognized by others.”

Dr. Sarah Furtney, Instructional Associate Professor, Undergraduate Coordinator & J. Crayton Pruitt Family Term Fellow, attributes this surge in rankings to a steadfast commitment to students, research, community partnerships, and engaged alums. “Our success is rooted in a proactive, inclusive mindset that permeates everything we do,” she emphasized.

The department focuses on delivering exceptional learning experiences, offering robust career development opportunities, and increasing interactions with its esteemed faculty.

“It’s truly gratifying to be acknowledged among our peer institutions for the remarkable accomplishments emerging from our department,” expressed Department Chair Dr. Cherie Stabler. “Our growing reputation is a testament to the caliber of our faculty, students, and staff.”

Furthermore, Murfee credits the rise of industry and clinical innovation opportunities for students as instrumental in elevating the impact of the department. Students benefit from proximity to experts in ten engineering departments and collaborations with the Colleges of Medicine, Dentistry, Veterinary, and Pharmacy, along with the state’s top-ranked hospitals, all within a short walking distance.