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The Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering (BSCE) at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln is an ABET-accredited program that prepares students for careers in the design, development, and implementation of computer systems, integrating both hardware and software.
Students benefit from project-based learning, hands-on laboratory experience, and strong industry connections, enabling them to apply their skills in real-world environments.
The program emphasizes teamwork, communication, and problem-solving throughout all four years.
Course Overview:
Year 1: Computer Science I: Systems Engineering Focus, Computer Science II, Calculus I, Calculus II, General Chemistry I, General Physics I, Writing and Inquiry / Writing for Change, Humanities, Social Sciences
Year 2: Computer Organization, Introduction to Discrete Structures, Electronics and Circuits I, Electronics and Circuits II, Calculus III, General Physics II, Science (with Lab), Communication Skills, Global/Diversity
Year 3: Unix Programming Environment, Data Structures and Algorithms, Digital Logic Design, Embedded Systems, Signals and Systems, Electronics and Circuits III, Statistics and Applications, Technical Electives, Science with Lab, Ethics/Civics/Stewardship
Year 4: Computer Architecture, Computer Networks, Senior Design I, Senior Design II, Technical Electives, Additional ACE electives as needed to fulfill university requirements
Senior Design Project: A two-semester capstone project in your final year, where students work in teams to solve real-world engineering challenges, often with industry collaboration.
Laboratory and Project-Based Learning: Courses such as Embedded Systems, Digital Logic Design, and Electronics feature extensive lab work and practical design components.
Internship Opportunities: Strong links to local, regional, and national tech companies provide students with internship pathways to gain industry experience.
Student Organizations & Research: Students can engage with groups such as ACM and IEEE, pursue undergraduate research, and participate in career fairs and professional networking events.
Career Outcomes: Graduates of the BSCE program have a high placement rate, securing roles in both industry and graduate programs.
Sample Employers: Microsoft, Lockheed Martin, Union Pacific, Sandhills Global, Garmin, and other leading technology and engineering companies.
Graduate Study: The program prepares students for advanced degrees in computer engineering, electrical engineering, computer science, and related fields.
Professional Skills: Students graduate with key competencies in hardware/software integration, systems thinking, project management, and technical communication.
Industry Engagement: Strong partnerships with major employers ensure access to internships, design projects, and job placement support.
ABET-accreditedPriority Deadline: Admitted students who apply for admission by November 1, 2024, will receive a scholarship award notification in MyRED on February 12, 2025. If a student also files the FAFSA Form by February 1, 2025, the student will receive a comprehensive scholarship and financial aid offer on February 12, 2025. To maximize scholarship consideration, you are encouraged to admitted students to submit the Supplemental Scholarship Application by February 1, 2025.If a student applies after the November 1, 2024, priority deadline, (and by February 1, 2025, if in-state; May 1, 2025, if out-of-state) they can still qualify for scholarships.School Report & Final Report RequiredApplications can be done through Common App or the University's portalPersonal essays submitted in the Common Application is not collected as part of the admission and scholarship review. A supplemental Scholarship Application opens in October in the Financial Aid tab in MyRED for admitted first-year students.Common Application is specifically for spring 2025 and fall 2025 first-year students applying to Nebraska for the first time and seeking full-time degree study. If you are interested in applying for spring 2026, transfer, visiting, or returning enrollment, please use the Nebraska application portal.FAFSA Application Priority Deadline - May 1. The University of Nebraska Lincoln's federal FAFSA code is 002565.Computer Hardware EngineerEmbedded Systems EngineerSoftware DeveloperSystems AnalystNetwork EngineerRobotics Engineer
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