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.
Current student videos
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Kortney Kosiski: Civil Engineering Student Steers Her Career Kortney Kosiski speaks about her experiences racing. 9-2009 |
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