The mission of the Kazuo Inamori School of Engineering is to provide academically challenging, inquiry-based programs to prepare technically proficient and broadly educated engineers and scientists at the bachelor, master, and doctoral levels. We offer these programs in a student-centered environment with a strong commitment to the personal and professional development of our students. We engage in research to provide a foundation for our educational programs, to advance the frontiers of knowledge, and to support economic development.
The School of Engineering offers seven Bachelor of Science, six Master of Science, and three Ph.D. degrees. The Bachelor of Science (BS) degree programs in Biomaterials Engineering (BMEG), Ceramic Engineering (CEGR), Glass Engineering Science (GLES), Materials Science and Engineering (MATS), Mechanical Engineering (MEGR), and Renewable Engineering (RNEW) are accredited by the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET), 111 Market Place, Suite 1050, Baltimore, MD 21202-4012, (410) 347-7700. The Electrical Engineering (EEGR) program will seek accreditation during the next regular review cycle (2027).
Upon graduating with a BS degree any student from an ABET-accredited engineering program can take the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) examination, the next step towards registration as a Professional Engineer. Having passed the FE examination, the remaining two steps are: 1) four years of relevant post-baccalaureate experience and 2) passing the Professional Engineering (Principles and Practices) examination.
All Inamori School of Engineering faculty members have doctoral degrees, and all are engaged in teaching and research. With sponsorship from industry, government agencies, and philanthropic organizations, research expenditures average ~$5M annually. Faculty members often bring recent research results or examples from industry into their classroom teaching. Undergraduate students have opportunities to participate in research programs in the School and/or to participate in cooperative education or internship programs that have developed from partnerships with industry.