by our College Data Analytics TeamPre-Engineering was the 284th most popular major in the 2020-2021 school year. Colleges in the United States reported awarding 2,437 degrees in this year alone. This is a difference of 207 over the prior year, a growth of 8.5%.
Our 2023 Best Pre-Engineering Schools ranking analyzes 2 of these schools to determine the best overall colleges for pre-engineering students. Explore this or one of our many other custom pre-engineering rankings further below.
New students will need to have completed high school or a GED program and each school will have their own minimum GPA and SAT/ACT test requirements. Specific pre-engineering careers may require a certain level of degree attainment or additional certifications beyond that.
There are many different pre-engineering degree levels. You can get anything from a in pre-engineering to the highest pre-engineering degree, a . Different pre-engineering degrees vary in how long they take.
| Degree | Credit Requirements | Typical Program Length |
|---|---|---|
| Associate Degree | 60-70 credits | 2 years |
| Bachelor’s Degree | 120 credits | 4 years |
| Master’s Degree | 50-70 credits | 1-3 years |
| Doctorate | Program required coursework including thesis or dissertation | At least 4 years |
As you might expect, salaries for pre-engineering graduates vary depending on the level of education that was acquired.
Pre-Engineering is one of 2 different types of General Engineering programs to choose from.
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Engineering | 9,018 |
| Applied Engineering | 341 |
