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Systems Engineering and Design

Grainger College of Engineering

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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

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: $18,372
  • Fees: $5,054
  • Expenses: $18,884
  • Total: $42,310

Non-Resident

  • Tuition: $41,444
  • Fees: $5,054
  • Expenses:$19,224
  • Total: $65,722

International

  • Tuition: $44,688
  • Fees: $5,054
  • Expenses: $19,224
  • Total: $68,966
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