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1,640 Best Bachelor's Engineering Programs in the United States

There are 1,640 Bachelor's Engineering programs in the United States, spread across 490 universities; the most common length is 4 years. The list starts with courses at Harvard University, Cornell University and Duke University.

145Bachelor's Degree
VU Vanderbilt University logo
QS World #250 #58 in United States United States

Chemical Engineering

Vanderbilt University — The Bachelor's Degree in Chemical Engineering at Vanderbilt University equips students with a robust understanding of the principles and practices of chemical engineering...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Engineering
146Bachelor's Degree
VU Vanderbilt University logo
QS World #250 #58 in United States United States

Civil Engineering

Vanderbilt University — The Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering at Vanderbilt University offers a comprehensive curriculum designed to equip students with the foundational knowledge and pract...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Engineering
147Bachelor's Degree
VU Vanderbilt University logo
QS World #250 #58 in United States United States

Electrical and Computer Engineering

Vanderbilt University — The Bachelor's Degree in Electrical and Computer Engineering at Vanderbilt University offers students a robust foundation in the principles of electrical engineering and...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Engineering
148Bachelor's Degree
VU Vanderbilt University logo
QS World #250 #58 in United States United States

Engineering Science

Vanderbilt University — The Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering Science at Vanderbilt University provides students with a solid foundation across various engineering disciplines. The program delves...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Engineering
149Bachelor's Degree
VU Vanderbilt University logo
QS World #250 #58 in United States United States

Environmental Engineering

Vanderbilt University — The Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Engineering at Vanderbilt University equips students with the knowledge and skills needed to address complex environmental challeng...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Engineering
150Bachelor's Degree
UV University of Virginia, Charlottesville logo
QS World #275 #61 in United States United States

Aerospace Engineering

University of Virginia, Charlottesville — The Bachelor’s Degree in Aerospace Engineering at the University of Virginia offers an in-depth exploration into the design, development, and maintenance of aircraft and...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Engineering
152Bachelor's Degree
UV University of Virginia, Charlottesville logo
QS World #275 #61 in United States United States

Chemical Engineering

University of Virginia, Charlottesville — The Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering at the University of Virginia delves into the fundamental principles of chemistry, physics, mathematics, and biology with th...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Engineering
154Bachelor's Degree
UV University of Virginia, Charlottesville logo
QS World #275 #61 in United States United States

Civil Engineering

University of Virginia, Charlottesville — The Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering at the University of Virginia provides a comprehensive foundation in the principles and practices of civil engineering. This pr...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Engineering
156Bachelor's Degree
UV University of Virginia, Charlottesville logo
QS World #275 #61 in United States United States

Computer Engineering

University of Virginia, Charlottesville — The Bachelor's Degree in Computer Engineering at the University of Virginia offers a comprehensive curriculum that merges principles of electrical engineering and compute...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Engineering
158Bachelor's Degree
UV University of Virginia, Charlottesville logo
QS World #275 #61 in United States United States

Electrical Engineering

University of Virginia, Charlottesville — The Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering at the University of Virginia, Charlottesville, provides a comprehensive foundation in electrical systems and their applic...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Engineering
160Bachelor's Degree
UV University of Virginia, Charlottesville logo
QS World #275 #61 in United States United States

Engineering Science

University of Virginia, Charlottesville — The Bachelor of Engineering Science program at the University of Virginia is designed to provide students with a comprehensive foundation in engineering principles, theor...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Engineering
162Bachelor's Degree
UV University of Virginia, Charlottesville logo
QS World #275 #61 in United States United States

Materials Science and Engineering

University of Virginia, Charlottesville — The Bachelor's Degree in Materials Science and Engineering at the University of Virginia equips students with a comprehensive understanding of the properties and applicat...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Engineering
166Bachelor's Degree
UP University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown logo
QS World #281 #65 in United States United States

Chemical Engineering

University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown — The Bachelor’s Degree in Chemical Engineering at the University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown provides a robust foundation in the principles and practices of chemical engine...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Engineering
167Bachelor's Degree
UP University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown logo
QS World #281 #65 in United States United States

Civil Engineering

University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown — The Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering at the University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown is designed to provide students with a comprehensive foundation in the principles...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Engineering
168Bachelor's Degree
UP University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown logo
QS World #281 #65 in United States United States

Computer Engineering

University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown — The Bachelor's Degree in Computer Engineering at the University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown provides students with a strong foundation in both computer science and electri...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Engineering

How these courses are ranked

47 of these universities hold a QS World position, from #5 (Harvard University) to #593 (University of Central Florida); they are listed first, in that order. Below them, universities follow their research output: Harvard University is cited most (146,463,495 citations). 12 universities have neither a QS position nor a research record yet and appear at the end, marked "Not yet ranked".

Levels, lengths and start dates

Within the subject, the largest areas are Engineering (1,558), Civil Engineering (18), Electrical & Electronic Engineering (13) and Mechanical Engineering (10). The usual length is 4 years and null. 99% are full-time and 21 can be studied online. Start dates lean to Fall (100% of courses with a stated intake) and Spring (100% of courses with a stated intake). Capitol Technology University offers the widest choice, with 27 of these courses.

Frequently asked questions

Which is the best university in the United States for Bachelor's Engineering?

Harvard University (QS World #5), Cornell University (QS World #13) and Duke University (QS World #26) lead this list. QS World positions come first; the rest are ranked by research impact.

Which is the cheapest university for Bachelor's Engineering in the United States?

Of those with published fees, University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez is the least expensive at about USD 5,274 a year. Fees are indicative — confirm on the university's site.

How long does a Bachelor's Engineering course take in the United States?

Most listed courses run 4 years, with null the next most common.

When do Bachelor's Engineering courses start in the United States?

Fall is the main intake — 100% of courses with a stated start date begin then, and Spring is the second.

Can I study Bachelor's Engineering online with a university in the United States?

21 of these courses are listed as online.

Which university has the most Bachelor's Engineering courses in the United States?

Capitol Technology University, with 27, ahead of Metropolitan State College of Denver (20).

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