POTSDAM -- U.S. News & World Report has ranked Clarkson University's online MBA program as one of the top-50 in the nation.

Clarkson's School of Business offers both a master of business administration (MBA) and a master of science in engineering management degree online.

U.S. News released its 2017-2018 rankings of the Best Online MBA Programs today, saying these schools are "the best online master's degree programs in business administration, based on factors such as admissions selectivity, reputation for excellence among peer institutions and academic and career support services offered to students."

The report also ranked Clarkson in the top-60 best online business graduate programs (non-MBA) in the nation for 2017.

"These rankings are an indication of the continued success of our faculty and graduates that sets them apart as experts in their field," said School of Business Dean Dayle M. Smith. "The partnerships that Clarkson has established with industry leaders allow us to tailor the curriculum and networking opportunities to give our students the knowledge and experience to excel in the global marketplace."