3,223 Best Engineering Programs in the United States

There are 3,223 Engineering programs in the United States, spread across 759 universities, typically lasting 4 years. Courses from Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Harvard University and Cornell University come first, because those universities rank highest.

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Universities 759 Programs 3,223 Scholarships 1,141

3217Program

#2,316 in United States United States

Surgical Technology

Southeast Arkansas College

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3218Program

#2,316 in United States United States

Welding Technology

Southeast Arkansas College

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3219Program

#2,320 in United States United States

Electrical Engineering Technology

Southern West Virginia Community and Technical College — The Electrical Engineering Technology degree program offers a comprehensive curriculum that combines theoretical concepts with practical applications in the field of elec...

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3220Program

#2,320 in United States United States

Industrial Technology

Southern West Virginia Community and Technical College — Overview of the Industrial Technology DegreeThe Industrial Technology degree program at Southern West Virginia Community and Technical College is designed to equip studen...

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3221Program

#2,320 in United States United States

Technical Studies

Southern West Virginia Community and Technical College — The Technical Studies degree program at Southern West Virginia Community and Technical College is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of techn...

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3222Diploma

#2,320 in United States United States

Welding Technology

Southern West Virginia Community and Technical College — The Welding Technology diploma at Southern West Virginia Community and Technical College provides a comprehensive foundation in the various welding techniques and technol...

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2 yearsDuration

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Fall, SpringIntake

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3223Bachelor's Degree

#2,324 in United States United States

Aerospace Engineering BEng(Hons)

Bishop State Community College

Bachelor's DegreeLevel

4 yearsDuration

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Fall, SpringIntake

Engineering

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Engineering at other levels

Bachelor's Engineering Diploma Engineering Master's Engineering PhD Engineering Professional Engineering

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Aerospace Engineering Biomedical Engineering Civil Engineering Electrical & Electronic Engineering Mechanical Engineering

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How these courses are ranked

65 of these universities hold a QS World position, from #1 (Massachusetts Institute of Technology) to #596 (University of Iowa); they are listed first, in that order. Below them, universities follow their research output: Harvard University is cited most (146,463,495 citations). 29 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

By level: 1,646 bachelor's, 399 diploma, 184 master's and 88 phd / doctorate. Within the subject, the largest areas are Engineering (3,125), Civil Engineering (20), Electrical & Electronic Engineering (17) and Biomedical Engineering (13). The usual length is 4 years and 2 years. 98% are full-time and 58 can be studied online. Start dates lean to Fall (100% of courses with a stated intake) and Spring (97% of courses with a stated intake). New Mexico State University offers the widest choice, with 30 of these courses.

Frequently asked questions

What are the top universities for Engineering in the United States?

Massachusetts Institute of Technology (QS World #1), Harvard University (QS World #5) and Cornell University (QS World #13) lead this list. QS World positions come first; the rest are ranked by research impact.

Which is the cheapest university for 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 an Engineering course take in the United States?

Most listed courses run 4 years, with 2 years the next most common.

When do 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 Engineering online with a university in the United States?

58 of these courses are listed as online.

Which university has the most Engineering courses in the United States?

New Mexico State University, with 30, ahead of Capitol Technology University (27).

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