Engineering

Creativity. Teamwork. Change the World.

University of Idaho’s College of Engineering offers top nationally ranked programs and personalized attention from renowned faculty. Employers recognize Vandal engineers and computer scientists for their practical experience, involvement in world-class research and access to extensive scholarship opportunities. With its exceptional value and strong job placement rates, the college prepares students for successful careers through real-world learning.

Unleash your creativity. Together, we’ll shape the future, push the boundaries of what’s possible and build a better world.  

• No. 1 Best Value Public University in the West (five years running) —  U.S. News and World Report  
• The only public university in Idaho ranked best value by Forbes, Money and The Princeton Review
• Top 7 in the nation for “infusing real-world experiences into engineering education” through our undergraduate Senior Capstone Design Program —  National Academy of Engineering
• Best Undergraduate Computer Science Program — U.S. News and World Report
• 95% graduate with jobs or are enrolled in graduate education or military service — First Destination Survey
• Highest early- and mid-career salary earnings for our graduates compared with alumni from any other public university in Idaho — Payscale
• Most scholarships awarded among Idaho’s four-year public engineering colleges — U of I Financial Aid Data
• Personalized attention from nationally and internationally recognized faculty and staff through small class sizes, 1-on-1 interaction, mentorship, advising and research collaboration
• Guaranteed real-world experience through unique undergraduate research opportunities, world-class labs, and paid internship, assistantship and fellowship programs 

A national leader in research excellence

U of I is the first and only Idaho university to join the top research institutions in the United States after earning the R1 designation in the 2025 Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education.  

The gold standard for research excellence, this designation is given to less than 4% of all U.S. higher education institutions and recognizes our very high research activity and transformative contributions to science, innovation and education.   

You have the skills. We’ll provide the support.  

At U of I’s College of Engineering, your success is our top priority. In addition to strong academics, we provide resources to support your growth, including peer tutoring, clubs and organizations, early access to skill-based internships and financial assistance opportunities. These experiences are designed to help you thrive both in and out of the classroom, preparing you for a successful engineering career.  

Partner with us

For more than 130 years, U of I College of Engineering has partnered with industry leaders and alumni to keep pace with fast-changing technology and workforce needs — preparing graduates who are ready to succeed from day one.  

Industry partnerships with the College of Engineering create real value on both sides. Students and faculty gain insight into current trends and challenges, while companies benefit from increased visibility, fresh ideas, and meaningful connections with future talent. 

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