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The University of Texas at Austin offers the nation’s first ABET-accredited undergraduate degree in Computational Engineering, pioneering a curriculum that integrates advanced mathematics, computational science, and software engineering with traditional engineering and physical sciences. Unlike traditional computer science or computer engineering, this program focuses on developing algorithms and software to solve complex physical and mathematical models.
Students benefit from small cohort sizes, dedicated faculty, and strong community support, including free tutoring, active student organizations, and extensive undergraduate research opportunities. The degree is uniquely positioned to prepare students for high-demand roles in industries such as aerospace, medical technology, finance, and energy, as well as for graduate study.
Course Overview:
Computational Engineering: Introduction to Computer Programming, Engineering Computation, Computational Methods for Structural Analysis, Scientific Computation, Software Engineering and Design, Introduction to Computational Fluid Dynamics, Topics in Advanced Scientific Computation, Senior Design Project
Aerospace Engineering: Low-Speed Aerodynamics, Linear System Analysis, Electromechanical Systems
Engineering Mechanics: Statics, Dynamics, Mechanics of Solids
Mathematics: Differential and Integral Calculus, Sequences, Series, and Multivariable Calculus, Differential Equations with Linear Algebra, Advanced Calculus for Applications II, Engineering Probability and Statistics, Probability I
Mechanical Engineering: Engineering Design Graphics, Applied Thermodynamics
Physics: Laboratory For Physics, Engineering Physics I & II
Team Projects: Senior design project and other courses emphasize real-world, team-based engineering challenges.
Undergraduate Research: Opportunities to work with faculty on cutting-edge projects in aerospace, biomedical engineering, financial modeling, and computational methods.
Student Organizations: Access to student-led projects and professional groups focused on computational engineering, aerospace, and interdisciplinary collaboration.
Integrated BS/MS Program: Five-year pathway to earn both a BS in Computational Engineering and an MS in Computational Science, Engineering, and Mathematics, offering advanced research and professional preparation.
Top Employers: Aerospace, medical technology, finance, software, energy, and consulting sectors.
Further Study: Excellent preparation for graduate programs in computational engineering, computational science, and related technical fields.
Industry Sectors: Aerospace, medical technology, finance, software, energy, consulting, and advanced manufacturing.
Professional Growth: Strong focus on teamwork, leadership, communication, ethical responsibility, and lifelong learning supports progression into advanced technical or managerial roles.
Employment Outcomes: High demand for computational engineers with an average starting salary of $93,000 for graduates.
TOEFL ibT of 79, Interview with Admissions Representative, IELTS minimum required score of 6.5 overall band.All students are required to select either ‘Early Action’ or ‘Regular Decision’ plan on the Common App. Students who select Regular Decision or submit their application between October 16 and December 1, and application materials by December 11 will meet the regular deadline and will receive a decision by February 15The only difference between Early Action and Regular Decision is that Early Action applicants will receive a decision notification one month prior to Regular Decision. Accepted English proficiency tests: IELTS or TOEFLSchool Report & Final Report RequiredCommon App personal essay requiredCollege questions: 2 required & 1 optionalAll applicants are required to submit the Common App Personal Essay and two short answers to prompts within the admissions application. Share an essay on any topic of your choice. It can be one you’ve already written, one that responds to a different prompt, or one of your own design.Short Answer Questions: 1. Why are you interested in the major you indicated as your first-choice major? 2. Think of all the activities — both in and outside of school — that you have been involved with during high school. Which one are you most proud of and why? (Guidance for students: This can include an extracurricular activity, a club/organization, volunteer activity, work or a family responsibility.) Optional Short Answer: Please share background on events or special circumstances that you feel may have impacted your high school academic performance. ABET-accreditedComputational EngineerAerospace AnalystMedical Data ScientistFinancial EngineerSoftware DeveloperStructural AnalystEnergy Systems EngineerResearch Scientist
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