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College of Engineering


S.T.E.P. Benefits

  • Complete fundamental engineering prerequisites while at a community college
  • Courses will transfer and will prepare students for junior year at UNL
  • Exposure to the engineering field while at a community college
  • Ability to make educated decisions concerning which engineering path to take
  • Community building with other UNL engineering students, faculty and staff

Program & Academic Support at Community College Level

  • Instruction for four of the S.T.E.P. courses
  • Transferability of courses
  • Small class sizes
  • Knowledgeable and caring faculty
  • Individual advising
  • Opportunity to be involved in student activities

Program & Academic Support at UNL

Once admitted to the Colleeg of Engineering, you will be offered a variety of support and academic programs, including:

  • Seminar Course (ENGR 030) for newly transferred students
  • Faculty and peer support
  • Academic advising
  • Career development workshops
  • Summer Research Experience
  • Ongoing support from the UNL Office of Undergraduate Studies Academic Transfer Coordinator
  • Access to more than 60 student organizations

Honors Program

Phi Theta Kappa is an International Honor Society for two-year colleges. Any member in good standing of Phi Theta Kappa at a two-year college is eligible to join the UNL PTK Alumni Association.

UNL's Tau Sigma honor society recognizes high-achieving transfer students. Based on previous academic achievement, transfer students may be eligible for the UNL Honors Program.