Education That Works

Our students work hard. In turn, our department works hard for them. Our Nuclear Engineering degree programs are recognized and respected nationally and internationally. Our graduate program is ranked #3 US News & World Report Best Engineering Graduate Schools.

Undergraduate Programs

Bachelor of Science

We offer a BS degree in nuclear engineering, as well as a minor in nuclear engineering. We also offer an Accelerated Bachelor’s/ Master’s (ABM) Program in two tracks, the BS-MS and the BS-MNE.

Graduate Programs

Master’s Degrees

Our Master of Science (MS) degree with thesis is intended for graduate students interested in research. Our non-thesis master’s degree (MNE) is designed to prepare students for professional engineering careers and can be completed online or in the classroom. We also offer an Accelerated Bachelor-Master (ABM) Program (BS-MS and BS-MNE0 for nuclear engineering undergraduate students continuing on to our graduate program.

Doctor of Philosophy

The Doctor of Philosophy is pursued by outstanding students with an intense interest in independent study and research. It requires advanced coursework and research beyond the master’s degree, a written and oral comprehensive preliminary examination, a written dissertation, and a final oral defense of the research.

Distance Education

Master’s Degrees

Can’t make it to campus? Through Engineering Online, we offer a non-thesis master’s degree (MNE).

Distance Education Degrees

Go Beyond a Degree

 Join an Organization

Get involved in student organizations to network outside the classroom. The college has many engineering student organizations to choose from.

 Become a Global Engineer

Engineer without borders! Consider study abroad and international degree programs. Learning other work cultures can expand your career possibilities.

 Plan Your Career

Co-op and internships give you work experience while pursuing your degree. Our nationally recognized Engineering Career Fair gets you hired!

 Explore Research

We are a world-renowned research university and offer opportunities for undergraduate and graduate research.

  Get an Advanced Degree

Consider our master’s and doctoral offerings, or get a distance master’s degree from Engineering Online.

Become a Licensed Engineer

The Professional Engineer (PE) license is a certification that can enhance your career options. Learn how to get your PE.