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What is Systems Engineering and Design ?

This major provides a solid foundation in math, science, and engineering fundamentals. If you like multiple engineering disciplines, our program may be for you. System engineers must be able to lead others and make decisions. The ability to take risks and deal with the business landscape is also essential. Your curriculum will integrate principles of business, new technology, and entrepreneurship. You will focus your studies on either Pre-approved or Customized Secondary Field Options. Examples of Pre-approved Secondary Field Options include automotive engineering, control systems, and robotics. Examples of Customized Secondary Field Options include pre-med, applied math, and solar energy.

Career Options

Administration
Automotive, control systems, & manufacturing
Business systems integration & consulting
Communication & computer systems
Construction
Marketing & product testing
Operations & quality control
Robotics

Post-Graduation Success¹

96% employed or continuing education

72% employed after graduation

24% attending graduate school

$79,714 average starting annual income

Sample employer destinations: Accenture (4), Crowe (3), Epsilon (3) View All

Sample grad school destinations: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, Johns Hopkins University, Georgia Institute of Technology View All

Program Resources

Grainger College of Engineering Program Webpage Degree Requirements

Review Criteria

First-Year Major-Specific Criteria

Strong math and science coursework and performance
Calculus preferred and physics expected (if available at high school)
Strong teamwork and interpersonal communication skills
Interest in improving society through engineering
Demonstrated understanding of and interest in the engineering major selected

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Transfer Criteria

Transfer Handbook

Graduation & Retention²

4.1 years to degree

94% first-year retention rate

62% four-year graduation rate

80% six-year graduation rate

Annual Program Costs³

Illinois Resident

Tuition: $18,740
Fees: $5,182
Expenses: $19,558
Total: $43,480

Non-Resident

Tuition: $44,340
Fees: $5,182
Expenses:$19,898
Total: $69,420

International

Tuition: $47,800
Fees: $5,182
Expenses: $19,898
Total: $72,880

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¹ Post-graduate data was collected through the Illini Success initiative, which primarily relies on self-reported survey data sources. Statistics are aggregated from the past three years. Please note that total compensation may be greater than annual salary as other forms of compensation (e.g., signing bonus, commission, benefits) are not included. For more information on Illini Success data and methods, please visit the Illini Success website. For average wage or salary information five years after entry into an occupation, visit the Post-Secondary Employment Outcomes Explorer.

² Graduation and retention data comes from several majors within a similar interest area. Data may not yet be available for newly created programs. Years-to-degree data is only available for programs from which you can earn a degree. Retention and graduation rates are only available for programs that you can apply directly into. Retention rates reflect retention to the university, not necessarily retention within the major.

³ "Expenses" are estimated and include books, supplies, housing, and other living expenses. The exact amount you’ll pay depends on where you decide to live, the meal plan you choose, and your overall lifestyle. To learn more about costs, please visit the Office of Student Financial Aid website. To learn the average monthly student loan payment over a period of 20 years based on estimated cost, visit the Illinois College2Career website.