Facts and stats
Excellence here. Impact everywhere.
Curiosity is woven into the very fabric of who we are. Challenges don’t daunt us. They intrigue us and fuel what we do.
And the world-class faculty, staff and students in our college find great meaning and satisfaction in finding solutions, developing technologies, building devices, and improving systems that enhance the lives of those around us.
A powerhouse in research, teaching and service, our college and its departments and programs enjoy consistently high rankings. That’s one aspect of our quality and the unique Wisconsin engineering experience you will have, regardless of whether you enroll here as a student or whether you join the College of Engineering faculty or staff.
Every year, approximately 4,500 undergraduates, 1,500 graduate students and thousands of practicing engineers benefit from the knowledge of our faculty—passionate educators who also are respected worldwide for their expertise and discoveries. They transform our classrooms and laboratories into interactive environments rich with discourse and blooming with new ideas. We don’t simply think, however. We do. And we are recognized worldwide for our discoveries and innovations. Here, you’ll find a sample of the many measures of our excellence.
An outstanding student experience
More facts and stats
60
Degrees and titles
65
educational labs for hands-on learning
65K
square feet of making space
37K
employers who recruit our students
69K
average undergrad starting salary
5
best places to live in the U.S.
50K
alumni worldwide
140
invention disclosures annually
93
job or grad school placement
Our overall rankings
Undergraduate program rankings
Among U.S. public universities
Graduate program rankings
Among U.S. public universities
#17 ranked online master’s program
The program also ranked 11th for best online master of engineering programs for veterans.