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Why Rutgers Engineering

At Rutgers School of Engineering, we believe in creating technology that makes the world a better place.

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This mission is powered by a unique blend of theoretical knowledge and real-world application within a compassionate and collaborative community. By actively fostering a culture of belonging, our students thrive in an inclusive environment that prepares them to succeed in today's diverse world.

If you're ready to harness your talent to shape tomorrow, Rutgers School of Engineering is the place to find your purpose and your power.

By the Numbers

10
degree majors

explored by Rutgers Engineering students before declaring at the end of their first year

45+
engineering-focused student groups

that help develop practical skills through hands-on projects, build a network with peers and mentors, and enhance leadership and teamwork abilities

91%
of undergraduate students

report positive post-graduation outcomes

$78,700
median starting salary

for Rutgers Engineering students

Innovate

Rutgers Engineering students work alongside faculty members conducting life-changing research. They have access to more than 50 advanced research laboratories addressing infrastructure and transportation, healthcare, energy systems, wireless communication, aeronautics, materials innovation, advanced manufacturing, and much more.

Learn more about our research strengths, centers, and labs>

As the wireless revolution continues to deliver higher networking speeds, more consistent connections, and increased capacity, the need for seamless integration of wireless technologies couldn’t be greater.

Rutgers Engineering researchers are developing NextG-enabled manufacturing aimed at improving advanced manufacturing efficiencies. 

Rutgers is a world-class glass and ceramics research hub creating a well-trained and skilled workforce for the global glass and ceramic industry. 

Aabir Rashid conducted research at the Center for Advanced Infrastructure and Transportation (CAIT) and the Bridge Resource program.

"I helped create iron rebar sensors for bridge analysis, which I was able to help install on sections of the New Jersey Turnpike. My experience with CAIT allowed me to contribute to a local project that worked hand-in-hand with the New Jersey Department of Transportation."

Faculty Spotlight

Assistant Professor Daniel Burbano Lombana's research interests include dynamical systems and control theory with an emphasis on distributed network systems, collective animal behavior, swarm intelligence, and robot autonomy. 

Daniel Burbano, a man with dark hair and a goatee