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Bachelor of Science in Engineering

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  • General Engineering
  • Industrial Engineering

Why Choose Engineering at WIU?

  • State-of-the-art computer labs and equipment for teaching and learning
  • Opportunities for real world experience through required internship and senior design projects
  • $55,000-$65,000 average starting salary for Engineering majors
  • Program accreditation through ABET
  • #7 on the 15 best list of "Best Affordable Mechanical Engineering Degree Programs" - Affordable Schools, 2019

Program Availability

  • Macomb (last two years must be completed in the Quad Cities)
  • Quad Cities

Job Placements of WIU Graduates

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  • John Deere
  • KONE
  • Illinois Department of Transportation
  • Elliott Aviation

Scholarships

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Western Illinois University awards over 1,000 scholarships annually based on a variety of factors, including academic achievement, talent, leadership, geographical location, field of study, and financial need. To explore all the scholarship and award opportunities available at WIU, please visit the Scholarship Office website.