Top 5 Nuclear Engineering PhD Universities in United States (2026)

The best universities for a nuclear engineering phd in United States, ranked by QS World University Rankings — 5 universities, 5 programs.

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Looking for the best university for a Nuclear Engineering PhD in United States? These 5 universities are ranked by their QS World University Rankings — each offers nuclear engineering phd programs with direct links below. Compare rankings, location and tuition, then apply. Many also offer scholarships for international students.

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Cambridge, Massachusetts · United States · 1 nuclear engineering phd program
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Ann Arbor, Michigan · United States · 1 nuclear engineering phd program
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Atlanta, Georgia · United States · 1 nuclear engineering phd program
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Raleigh, North Carolina · United States · 1 nuclear engineering phd program
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Pocatello, Idaho · United States · 1 nuclear engineering phd program
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