• Engineering Programs

Build the Future.
Start at UMSL Engineering.

At the UMSL School of Engineering, we’re not just preparing students for careers—we’re empowering them to shape the world. With cutting-edge programs, real-world learning and a campus located in the heart of a thriving metropolitan region, UMSL Engineering offers the tools, support and opportunities to launch bold ideas and meaningful impact.

Whether you’re designing sustainable cities, advancing health technologies or coding the next big innovation, your journey starts here.

As a public, urban research university deeply connected to St. Louis industries, our programs meet today's workforce needs while unlocking tomorrow's possibilites.

Questions? Contact us at engineering@umsl.edu

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Academics

Through hands-on learning, innovative projects, and strong faculty support, UMSL Engineering helps students turn ideas into impact.

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Civil Engineering
Design and build the infrastructure that shapes our world, from cities and bridges to transportation systems, waterways, and environmental solutions. Civil engineering at UMSL focuses on creating sustainable, safe, and efficient structures that support communities and improve everyday life.
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Electrical Engineering
Harness the power of electricity to innovate solutions across communications, manufacturing, healthcare, defense, and environmental systems. Electrical engineering at UMSL focuses on developing cutting-edge technology that drives progress and transforms the way we live and work.
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Mechanical Engineering
Tackle challenges in energy systems, machine design, manufacturing, automation, environmental control, and biomechanics. Mechanical engineering at UMSL focuses on designing forward-thinking, innovative, and sustainable solutions that shape industries and advance modern technology.


School of Engineering

By the Numbers

1st

Public Engineering School
in Eastern Missouri

$15M

State Investment

86%

of UMSL’s student body receives financial aid

30+

Years of Engineering Education Experience

Research and Innovation

Engineering research at UMSL focuses on solving real-world challenges through innovation and collaboration. Faculty and students work together on projects to advance technology, improve infrastructure and contribute to a better future. 

Research opportunities

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Our Partners

The UMSL School of Engineering works alongside industry and community partners to drive innovation and create hands-on learning opportunities for our students. Explore our full list of engineering partners and collaborators.

McDonell Foundation
Berges Foundation
Mechanical Contractors Association Logo
AMIC STL
Boeing Logo

Visit

In 2025, UMSL opened the doors to a brand-new School of Engineering—a bold investment in our students, our region and the future of the field. The new facilities will include state-of-the-art laboratories, active learning classrooms and modern collaborative spaces designed to foster creativity, community and discovery.

Visit our School

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In the News

George Nanna on Inside UMSL podcast

School of Engineering Archives - UMSL Daily

George Nnanna describes development of UMSL’s School of Engineering in latest episode of Inside UMSL podcast

Nnanna, the school's founding director, stressed the importance of building a curriculum that gives students opportunities to gain hands-on experience solving real-world engineering problems....
Feb 23
Chancellor Kristin Sobolik greeting guests at commencement
School of Engineering Archives - UMSL Daily

Kristin Sobolik to step down as UMSL chancellor effective July 1

Feb 9
steel beams stretching to the sky behind a Transform UMSL banner on a construction fence
School of Engineering Archives - UMSL Daily

Year in review: UMSL continues building for a stronger future

Dec 25
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