Pasadena, California, United States
Founded in 1891, Caltech was originally called Throop University, but transitioned to its current moniker in 1921. Caltech emphasizes science and technology education through six academic divisions. It serves roughly 2,000 enrollees per year and offers a 3-to-1 student-to-faculty ratio.
Caltech offers undergraduate engineering degrees in:
Electrical engineering
Engineering and applied science
Mechanical engineering
The electrical engineering bachelor’s degree comprises 180 credits of coursework, with options to complete a culminating project or thesis. Within the engineering and applied science curriculum, learners can choose from specializations in:
Computation and natural systems
Materials science
Caltech’s bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering prepares students to enter careers in the field or continue onto graduate study. During coronavirus, the college has placed a two-year moratorium on SAT and ACT score requirements for undergraduate admission.
Cambridge, England, United Kingdom
Cambridge is the fourth oldest university in the world, with academic roots tracing to the 13th century. Today, Cambridge comprises 31 colleges, six schools, and over 150 faculties and departments, enrolling nearly 20,000 students from 150 countries every year.
Engineering programs at Cambridge include undergraduate degrees in:
Aerospace and aerothermal engineering
Bioengineering
Civil, structural, and environmental engineering
Electrical and electronic engineering
Energy, sustainability, and the environment
Information and computer engineering
Instrumentation and control
Mechanical engineering
The first two years of each curriculum gives learners a comprehensive look at engineering, including its principles and applications. Each enrollee begins specialized coursework during their third year, with the fourth year split between a major individual project and in-depth research into the theory and practice of a chosen subset of engineering.
Due to COVID-19 precautions, Cambridge holds laboratory and practical courses with the utmost attention to social distancing and appropriate ventilation.
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States
Named in part for its benefactor Andrew Carnegie, CMU began as a technical school in 1900. Carnegie Tech later merged with the Mellon Institute in 1967, creating an institution of higher learning dedicated to advancing research and using innovation and collaboration to solve real-world challenges.
Undergraduate engineering programs at CMU integrate general education, global, and major coursework. Students can major in:
Chemical engineering
Civil engineering
Electrical and computer engineering
Mechanical engineering
Materials science and engineering
Biomedical engineering
The university also offers double majors in engineering and public policy or biomedical engineering. Learners can minor in nearly 20 engineering and engineering-related fields.
London, England, United Kingdom
With a history extending back to the late 19th century, City joined the University of London federation in 2016. City houses five schools divided into individual departments, faculties, divisions, and research centers.
City offers several bachelor of engineering degrees, which students complete in 3-4 years. Learners can study:
Engineering
Civil engineering
Mechanical engineering
Biomedical engineering
Aeronautical engineering
Electrical and electronic engineering
The engineering curriculum integrates content from across disciplines to prepare enrollees for professional engineering roles. The civil engineering degree focuses on design, construction, and management competencies, while the mechanical engineering degree emphasizes transport, energy, materials, and industrial design.
Biomedical engineering students explore the application of engineering principles and practices to the healthcare industry. Aeronautical engineering trains students for careers in the aerospace industry, while the electrical and electronic engineering curriculum explores control systems, machinery, and equipment used in engineering.
New York, New York, United States
Established by royal charter in 1754, Columbia is the fifth oldest institution of higher education in the United States. Comprising four academic schools, Columbia hosts nearly 33,500 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students each year.
Columbia offers bachelor of science degrees in engineering in:
Applied physics and applied mathematics
Chemical engineering
Computer engineering
Earth and environmental engineering
Engineering mechanics
Materials science and engineering
Operations research: engineering management systems
Biomedical engineering
Civil engineering and engineering mechanics
Computer science
Electrical engineering
Industrial engineering and operations research
Mechanical engineering
Operations research: financial engineering
Within each major, students can complete minors in over 30 subsets of engineering. During the first two years of an engineering bachelor’s degree, learners gain foundational knowledge and skills in applied science, humanities, and engineering. Projects, research, and lecture courses prepare enrollees for leadership and internship activities during the final two years of the degree.
Due to challenges related to COVID-19, undergraduate applicants can opt out of SAT and ACT requirements.
Ithaca, New York, United States
Founded in 1865 and opened three years later, Cornell houses 15 academic colleges and schools. Cornell enrolls more than 24,000 students in its undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs every year.
Cornell offers 14 engineering majors and 20 minors. Undergraduate students can earn engineering degrees in:
Biological engineering
Biomedical engineering
Chemical engineering
Civil engineering
Computer science
Earth and atmospheric sciences
Electrical and computer engineering
Engineering physics
Environmental engineering
Independent studies
Information science, systems, and technology
Materials science and engineering
Mechanical engineering
Operations research and engineering
The first year of each undergraduate engineering curricula covers foundational coursework. Learners then proceed to field-specific lecture, laboratory, and seminar classes.
Cornell supports engineering students with a career center, entrepreneurial options, and engineering leadership programs.
Delft, Netherlands
TU Delft, the largest and oldest university in the Netherlands, is organized into eight faculties that provide nearly 50 undergraduate and graduate programs. Focused on enhancing research and innovation in science, design, and technology, TU Delft enrolls roughly 25,000 students annually.
Out of the 16 undergraduate programs offered at TU Delft, seven focus on engineering:
Aerospace engineering
Civil engineering
Computer science and engineering
Electrical engineering
Industrial design engineering
Mechanical engineering
Systems engineering policy analysis and management
Each program comprises 180 credits of coursework, which learners complete in 36 months. TU Delft offers its aerospace and computer science and engineering degrees in English.
Durham, North Carolina, United States
Since 1838, Duke has served as a preparatory school, a teaching college, and a world-class educational and research institution. Duke houses 10 academic schools and colleges, with 12 additional institutes and centers.
Duke’s bachelor of science in engineering includes specializations in:
Biomedical engineering
Civil engineering
Environmental engineering
Electrical and computer engineering
Mechanical engineering
Each degree includes required coursework in writing, mathematics, engineering and applied sciences, and digital computation. Along with advanced courses in their major field of study, enrollees can also pursue majors in machine learning and artificial intelligence, electrical and computer engineering, or energy engineering. Learners can further concentrate their studies or pursue dual majors, as well.
Duke continues to work toward a return to campus in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. COVID-19 has affected admission requirements as well, with accommodations available for early decision, application fee waivers, and standardized test scores.
Lausanne, Switzerland
EPFL specializes in natural sciences and engineering, hosting five schools and three colleges across its five campuses. The school’s history dates to the mid-19th century with an initial class of 11 students. Today, EPFL has expanded its offers to meet the needs of roughly 11,000 learners annually.
Engineering bachelor’s degrees at EPFL include:
Chemistry and chemical engineering
Civil engineering
Electrical and electronic engineering
Environmental sciences and engineering
Life sciences engineering
Materials science engineering
Mechanical engineering
Microengineering
Undergraduate degrees span three years, with the first year covering general coursework. The second year emphasizes discipline-specific content, while the third year focuses entirely on a chosen area of study. Bachelor’s degrees require 180 credits.
EPFL offers information technology resources for students and faculty to support remote learning. The school has shifted all classes and exercise sessions online due to COVID-19, with a plan to return to campuses in 2021.
Zurich, Switzerland
ETH Zurich provides academic programs that support innovation in STEM fields worldwide. The Swiss federal government established the school in 1855, and it currently enrolls over 21,000 learners annually.
Undergraduate engineering programs at ETH Zurich include bachelor’s degrees in:
Electrical engineering and information technology
Computer science
Mechanical engineering
Materials science
Civil engineering
Environmental engineering
Geospatial engineering
Chemistry/chemical and bioengineering
Computational sciences and engineering
Each program comprises three years of coursework. The first two years emphasize the fundamentals of mathematics, engineering, and physics, while the last year allows students to complete advanced, elective, and specialized classes. Potential specializations within the electrical engineering and information technology program include:
Electronics and photonics
Communication
Computers and networks
Energy and power electronics
Biomedical technology
Learners earning bachelor’s degrees in mechanical engineering can specialize in:
Biomedical technology
Energy, flows, and processes
Management, technology, and economics
Mechatronics
Microsystems and nanotechnology
Production engineering
Design, mechanics, and materials
Atlanta, Georgia, United States
From only 84 students in its inaugural class in 1888, Georgia Tech has grown to offer academic programs to more than 25,000 learners annually. With six colleges and 28 schools, Georgia Tech is one of the leading research institutions in the United States.
Engineering programs at Georgia Tech include bachelor of science degrees in:
Aerospace engineering
Biomedical engineering
Chemical and biomolecular engineering
Civil and environmental engineering
Electrical and computer engineering
Industrial and systems engineering
Materials science and engineering
Mechanical engineering
Nuclear and radiological engineering
In each of these engineering degrees, learners complete required foundational coursework as determined by the University System of Georgia. Once students move into major-specific classes, they explore theories, principles, and practical applications of their fields, along with specializations.
Georgia Tech offers courses online and on campus, with careful attention to social distancing, risk assessment, and accommodations for individual students.
Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States
Founded in 1636, Harvard is the oldest institution of higher learning in the United States. The university houses 10 academic faculties and the Radcliffe Institute for Advanced Study. Harvard hosts the largest academic library in the world and serves more than 36,000 students each year.
Through the John A. Paulson School of Engineering and Applied Sciences, students can earn undergraduate engineering degrees in:
Bioengineering
Electrical engineering
Environmental science and engineering
Materials science and mechanical engineering
The bioengineering curriculum incorporates physics and chemistry into physical and life sciences, emphasizing mathematical analysis and modeling. Students can earn bachelor of arts (BA) degrees in biomedical engineering or engineering science with a specialization in biomedical sciences and engineering. They can also pursue bachelor of science (BS) in engineering sciences degrees with a bioengineering focus.
The other engineering bachelor’s degrees similarly include options for BA or BS curricula. BAs allow for more flexibility in pursuing classes from other disciplines, while BS degrees offer a broader foundation of engineering fundamental courses.
Applicants to Harvard receive individual consideration based on circumstances presented by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Hong Kong, China
Established by the British Hong Kong Government in 1991, HKUST includes four academic schools. Interdisciplinary programs are accompanied by additional institutes for advanced study and public policy. HKUST enrolls more than 16,000 students annually.
Through HKUST’s school of engineering, undergraduate students can earn bachelor of engineering degrees in:
Engineering with an extended major in artificial intelligence
Aerospace engineering
Bioengineering
Chemical engineering
Chemical and environmental engineering
Civil engineering
Civil and environmental engineering
Computer engineering
Decision analytics
Electronic engineering
Industrial engineering and engineering management
Mechanical engineering
Sustainable energy engineering
The four-year curriculum introduces students to engineering fundamentals during the first year, with major and minor specific coursework completed over the subsequent three years. HKUST also supports engineering students with inbound exchanges, international internships, and opportunities for community outreach activities.
London, England, United Kingdom
Imperial was founded amid the consolidation of the Royal College of London, the Royal School of Mines, and the City & Guilds College in 1907. Imperial offers over 250 academic programs, focusing on science, engineering, medicine, and business.
Engineering programs at Imperial include bachelor’s degrees in:
Electrical and electronic engineering
Electronic and information engineering
Electrical and electronic engineering students study analog and digital electronics, communication and control, and mathematics during the first two years. Coursework explores circuits, systems, networks, and programming.
Learners complete core classes while working in study groups and laboratory settings. The third year in both programs allows students to choose advanced topics in the field as they apply degree competencies to individual capstone projects.
Baltimore, Maryland, United States
Johns Hopkins is America’s first and oldest research institution. Since its founding in 1876, Johns Hopkins has grown to offer more than 260 academic programs to over 27,000 enrollees. With campuses and centers in nine locations, Johns Hopkins is a global leader in education, research, and innovation.
Through Johns Hopkins’ Whiting School of Engineering, undergraduate students can earn bachelor of science degrees in:
Biomedical engineering
Chemical and biomolecular engineering
Civil engineering
Electrical and computer engineering
Electrical engineering
Engineering mechanics
Environmental engineering
Materials science and engineering
Mechanical engineering
Learners can also pursue bachelor of arts degrees in general engineering.
Undergraduate applicants must submit transcripts, letters of recommendation, and supplemental materials for consideration. Johns Hopkins has waived SAT and ACT requirements for learners applying to the 2021 academic year.
Daejeon, South Korea
KAIST opened its doors in 1971, becoming South Korea’s first public research-based science and technology school. KAIST houses five academic colleges, 20 undergraduate and graduate schools, and 27 individual departments.
Through KAIST’s college of engineering, undergraduate students earn engineering degrees in:
Aerospace engineering
Bio and brain engineering
Chemical and biomolecular engineering
Civil and environmental engineering
Industrial and system engineering
Materials science and engineering
Mechanical engineering
Nuclear and quantum engineering
Electrical engineering
Within these areas, additional specializations are also available, allowing learners to explore advanced topics. Undergraduate degrees include 130-136 credits of general education, elective, and major coursework with additional research requirements.
Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States
MIT was incorporated in 1861 and today leads globally in science and technology education and research. Organized into five schools and one college, MIT offers undergraduate and graduate programs through 30 academic departments.
Through its school of engineering, undergraduate students can earn bachelor’s degrees in:
Aeronautics and astronautics
Biomedical engineering
Chemical engineering
Civil and environmental engineering
Electrical engineering and computer science
Materials science and engineering
Mechanical engineering
Medical engineering and science
Nuclear science and engineering
Within each bachelor’s curriculum, students can further concentrate their curricula by pursing a specialty. The medical engineering and science degree is a joint degree between MIT and Harvard, using a collaboration of facilities and research.
Engineering students at MIT can access the New Engineering Education Transformation group to develop projects that incorporate multidisciplinary, immersive activities. Meanwhile, the college’s Sandbox Innovation Fund helps students launch their innovations into reality. MIT also provides extensive research opportunities for undergraduate and graduate students.
Singapore, China
NTU was initially an affiliate institution of the National University of Singapore under the moniker Nanyang Technological Institute. When it merged with the National Institute of Education during the 1950s, NTU remained affiliated with the National University of Singapore, later becoming an autonomous institution in 2006.
Undergraduate engineering programs at NTU offer more than 35 options, including:
Aerospace engineering
Bioengineering
Chemical and biomolecular engineering
Civil engineering
Computer engineering
Computer science
Data science and artificial intelligence
Electrical and electronic engineering
Environmental engineering
Information engineering and media
Materials engineering
Mechanical engineering
Maritime studies
Double-degree options blend engineering fields with business, pharmaceutical engineering, and economics. Enrollees can also earn dual bachelor of science degrees in physics and microelectronics engineering.
Milan, Italy
With two campuses in Milan and additional locations throughout Italy, Politecnico di Milano offers undergraduate programs in architecture, design, and engineering. Programs last three years, and instructors deliver coursework in Italian. The Politecnico di Milano enrolls more than 46,000 students annually.
The Politecnico di Milano offers 27 undergraduate degrees, including engineering programs in:
Aerospace engineering
Automation engineering
Biomedical engineering
Building and construction engineering
Chemical engineering
Civil engineering
Electrical engineering
Energy engineering
Environmental and land planning engineering
Management and production engineering
Materials and nanotechnology engineering
Mathematical engineering
Mechanical engineering
Princeton, New Jersey, United States
Princeton is the fourth-oldest university in the United States, hosting 36 academic departments. The university offers its nearly 8,000 enrollees a 5-to-1 student-to-faculty ratio, both from its 600-acre campus and online.
Princeton’s undergraduate engineering degrees include:
Civil and environmental engineering
Chemical and biological engineering
Computer science
Electrical engineering
Mechanical and aerospace engineering
Operations research and financial engineering
Additional undergraduate programs offer certificates in:
Architecture and engineering
Engineering and management systems
Engineering biology
Engineering physics
Geological engineering
Materials science and engineering
Robotics and intelligence systems
Sustainable energy
Technology and society
Standardized test requirements for applicants to Princeton’s undergraduate programs have been paused during COVID-19.
Stanford, California, United States
Stanford was named for the son of its benefactors, Leland and Jane Stanford. It opened its doors in 1891. Today, Stanford enrolls nearly 16,500 students annually and offers over 150 undergraduate and graduate fields of study.
Stanford’s engineering programs include 10 undergraduate options, including bachelor of science degrees in:
Aeronautics and astronautics
Bioengineering
Chemical engineering
Civil engineering
Computer science
Electrical engineering
Environmental systems engineering
Management science and engineering
Materials science and engineering
Mechanical engineering
Students can also choose from fiv interdepartmental engineering bachelor’s degrees or design their own. Pre-existing programs include:
Architectural design
Atmosphere and energy
Biomechanical engineering
Biomedical computation
Engineering physics
In the first year, learners complete fundamental coursework in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics, while advanced classes happen during the latter years. Stanford has suspended SAT and ACT requirements for undergraduate applicants for the 2021 academic year.
Berkeley, California, United States
Berkeley is one of nine institutions within the University of California System, offering more than 350 academic programs. Founded in 1868, Berkeley ranks among the top public institutions in the world and hosts roughly 43,000 students annually.
Undergraduate students at Berkeley can earn bachelor’s degrees in:
Bioengineering
Civil and environmental engineering
Electrical engineering and computer sciences
Engineering science
Industrial engineering and operations research
Materials science and engineering
Mechanical engineering
Nuclear engineering
In each program, students must complete required mathematics, physics, chemistry, and engineering coursework in anticipation of major classes. Berkeley also provides students opportunities to complete joint bachelor’s degrees in dual engineering programs, including the following options:
Bioengineering/materials science and engineering
Electrical engineering and computer sciences/materials science and engineering
Electrical engineering and computer sciences/nuclear engineering
Materials science and engineering/mechanical engineering
Materials science and engineering/nuclear engineering
Mechanical engineering/nuclear engineering
For the 2021 academic year, each applicant must demonstrate competency in mathematics and science, with at least three years of laboratory coursework, for admission to the engineering program.
Ann Arbor, Michigan, United States
Founded in 1817, U-M is the oldest institution of higher learning in Michigan. U-M offers more than 275 undergraduate, graduate, and professional degrees and boasts a 15-to-1 student-to-faculty ratio.
U-M offers 17 undergraduate programs in engineering, including:
Aerospace engineering
Computer science
Space sciences and engineering
Engineering physics
Climate and meteorology
Nuclear engineering and radiological sciences
Mechanical engineering
Industrial and operation engineering
Materials science and engineering
Environmental engineering
Civil engineering
Electrical engineering
Each degree comprises 128 credits. During the first two years of the program, learners take foundational coursework in mathematics, physics, and engineering. The last two years emphasize field-specific content.
U-M has modified admission requirements for the 2021 academic year. The school will assess deadlines, recommendations, and standardized test scores based on each individual’s specific circumstances.
Oxford, England, United Kingdom
Oxford traces its origins as an academic institution to the 11th century. With roughly 100 departments organized into 39 colleges, Oxford enrolls over 24,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students each year.
Oxford’s engineering science program includes four years of coursework. Students complete two years of undergraduate coursework, focusing on engineering fundamentals, principles, and applications. The third and fourth years of the curriculum offer specializations in:
Biomedical engineering
Chemical engineering
Civil engineering
Electrical engineering
Information engineering
Mechanical engineering
Oxford’s program prepares learners to work as chartered engineers in their area of focus. Enrollees work with faculty to obtain practical industrial experience while earning their degrees.
Oxford’s response to the COVID-19 outbreak is constantly under review as the government and local health authorities revise their emergency response frameworks.
Los Angeles, California, United States
From an initial class of 53 students in 1880, USC has grown to enroll more than 44,000 students annually. USC is one of the leading private research institutions in the world, housing 22 academic schools and units.
USC offers engineering programs through the Viterbi School of Engineering. Students can earn bachelor of science degrees in:
Aerospace engineering
Mechanical engineering
Industrial and systems engineering
Electrical and computer engineering
Computer engineering and computer science
Civil engineering
Environmental engineering
Chemical engineering
Petroleum engineering
Biomedical engineering
Astronautical engineering
Additional engineering program options for undergraduate students include engineering writing courses and more than 20 technical minors. Applicants to the 2021 academic year do not need to submit SAT or ACT scores for consideration.
