College Facts and Highlights

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Educating future engineering leaders, conducting research to address our greatest challenges, using technology to make a difference, celebrating diversity of thought and culture, and creating solutions to make Iowa and the world a better place.

Degree Programs

Outcomes and opportunities

  • 94% positive career outcomes for undergraduates six months after graduation with average starting salary of just over $78,000.
  • More than 1,000 companies recruit our students every year—many of them participate in our career fairs that are among the largest in the nation.
  • 75% of engineering students graduate with engineering work experience.
  • Internships, learning communities, study abroad, 90+ engineering organizations and hands-on experience help shape student success.
  • Academic resources include dedicated advisors in each department, an academic success center, computer labs, disability resources, help room, tutoring services and other support programs.
  • Every engineering major has their own learning community to study and work with others in the same major.
  • The college provides statewide K-12 STEM outreach and training programs.

Outstanding seniors

The Iowa State University College of Engineering is proud to present outstanding Cyclone Engineering graduates and future engineering leaders.

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  • Eight academic departments with over 500 faculty and staff dedicated to teaching, research and student achievement.
  • Engineering Row is a collection of 12 engineering-specific buildings on Iowa State’s award-winningly beautiful campus.

College Leadership

W. Samuel Easterling,
James L. and Katherine S. Melsa Dean of Engineering
has lead the college since 2019.