College of Engineering

Preparing Innovative Leaders for Tomorrow

Prospective Students
The Power of Engineering

Among the top 10 most sought after college graduates right now are electrical engineers, mechanical engineers, computer engineers and civil engineers. See a pattern emerging? Are you interested in finding solutions to problems, fighting terrorism, making music or movies, preventing disasters, saving lives, going faster, or perhaps helping save the planet?

Engineering provides a strong foundation for so many types of careers, not just in engineering but in such areas as communications, law, medicine, technology, entertainment, the arts and business.

Why UNL?

A Husker for Life -- that's the goal of the college and the university. You'll join a really large family of dedicated, friendly and goal-driven faculty and students. And this community is scattered across the U.S. and the globe, providing many opportunities for success before and after you graduate.
Our graduates are highly sought after for a number of reasons: you'll be well-prepared in your field of interest, have a strong work ethic and gain extensive leadership skills.
Everybody likes attention, and you'll receive plenty here. You'll be assigned a faculty adviser who will help you determine your coursework and other opportunities.

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