Engineering Degrees in Connecticut

Common Types of Engineering Areas in Connecticut

Schools in Connecticut include the study of all different aspects of engineering. The most common area of study offered is Electrical Engineering and can be found at most schools in the state, including the prestigious Yale University. Mechanical Engineering and Computer Engineering programs accredited by ABET are also common in Connecticut, across numerous universities in the state. The programs are located widely throughout the state and the schools range from the community level to the Ivy Leagues.

Online Engineering Degrees in Connecticut

Online courses are prevalent in-state as well. Programs exist at multiple schools including The University of Bridgeport with online courses such as Masters Degrees in Computer Science and Technology Management, as well as Undergraduate and Graduate studies in Biomedical Engineering at The University of Connecticut. These online courses offer flexibility and different tuition options in a setting that might be easier for some to further their education.

CT Engineering Degree Levels Detail – Undergraduate and Graduate

Students can also take other paths such as the Associates Degree program at Norwalk Community College or Bachelor Degree options in Industrial or Software Engineering at Quinnipiac University. Both schools also participate in online courses.

West Hartford sees many engineering students at The University of Hartford. It graduates the most in the state with both on-campus and online studies in the various degrees of the subject. The school offers programs of the Associate level up to the Doctorate and holds moderate admission standards.

Top Engineering Employers in Connecticut

Two large companies utilizing engineers are Sikorsky Aircraft and Wright Pierce.

Sikorsky Aircraft is an American aircraft manufacturer known for its many makes and models of Sikorsky airplanes, helicopters and miscellaneous aircrafts. More than 15,000 employees work at Sikorsky Aircraft, and their staff includes various civil, manufacturing and industrial engineers. The role of the engineers is in designing the parts, drawing up the blueprints, ensuring its quality and craftsmanship and promoting its sale. Sikorsky Aircraft’s parent company is United Technologies Corporation.

Wright Pierce is and employee-owned multi-disciplinary engineering firm that provides various engineering services, including planning, funding and financing assistance, construction management, design, consultation, forensic investigations, infrastructure, regulatory assistance and training. They also cover various markets such as municipal, industrial, governmental and commercial. Among the staff of more than 200 employees are many licensed engineers. Wright Pierce has been ranked among the top 500 design firms in the country for five consecutive years.

List of Accredited Engineering Programs

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School	Level	Program	Admissions
Arizona State University	Bachelor	Online Bachelor of Science in Software Engineering ABET Accredited. Learn programming languages, how to build code, software program development and important cyber security concepts.	Website
Arizona State University	Master	Online Master of Science in Engineering Science – Software Engineering Gain competencies in software design, development methodologies, code-based testing and diverse programming languages.	Website
Arizona State University	Bachelor	Online Bachelor of Science in Engineering in Engineering Management Learn about the principles of engineering science and design while gaining insights into organizational management and business administration.	Website
Arizona State University	Bachelor	Online Master of Engineering in Engineering Management Master’s in engineering program builds analytical, leadership and management abilities so you can lead a team of skilled professionals in the workforce.	Website
Southern New Hampshire University	Bachelor, Master	Online Computer Science & Engineering Programs Multiple programs include: BS in Computer Science, BS in Computer Science - Project Management for STEM, MS in Management - Construction Management, MBA in Engineering Management, and more.	Website
Stevens Institute of Technology	Master	Online Master of Engineering in Engineering Management GRE/GMAT not required.	Website
Purdue University	Master	Online Master of Science in Engineering Technology Gain the analytic background and problem-solving skills to succeed in leadership or advanced technical positions in industry and government.	Website
Southern Methodist University	Master	Master of Science in Network Engineering Provides students with a fundamental understanding of the core concepts of network engineering so they can be ready to address and embrace change.	Website
University of Tennessee	Master	Online Master of Science in Computer Science No GRE Required, 24 months to complete, 3 concentrations.	Website
Tufts University	Master	Online Master of Science in Computer Science No GRE Required, 33 credit hours, now taking applicatinos.	Website
Stevens Institute of Technology	Master	Online Master of Science in Computer Science GMAT and GRE scores are not required. On average, students can earn their degree in less than two years.	Website
Case Western Reserve University	Master	Online Master of Science in Computer Science Earn your MS in Computer Science (MSCS) 100% online from a top-ranked university and build expertise across disciplines.	Website
University of Washington	Master	Master of Science in Information Management Take cutting-edge courses in leadership, information management, IT and more.	Website
Rochester Institute of Technology	Master	Online Master's in Architecture Learn to design sustainable buildings with people and the environment in mind from one of the first M.Arch. programs built for online. GRE not required.	Website
George Mason University	Master	Master of Science in Data Analytics Engineering Earn your degree in less than 2 years, but apply what you learn immediately in your current role. No GRE/GMAT required.	Website

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Campus Based ABET Accredited Programs

Central Connecticut State University

New Britain CT

• Civil Engineering, B.S. | ABET: Engineering Accreditation Commission | 10/01/2011-Present
• Computer Engineering Technology, B.S. | ABET: Engineering Technology Accreditation Commission | 10/01/2014-Present
• Computer Science, Honors, BS | ABET: Computing Accreditation Commission | 10/01/1990-Present
• Manufacturing Engineering Technology, BS | ABET: Engineering Technology Accreditation Commission | 10/01/1986-Present
• Mechanical Engineering Technology, BS | ABET: Engineering Technology Accreditation Commission | 10/01/1996-Present
• Mechanical Engineering, BS | ABET: Engineering Accreditation Commission | 10/01/2008-Present
• Robotics and Mechatronics Engineering Technology, B.S. | ABET: Engineering Technology Accreditation Commission | 10/01/2015-Present

Fairfield University

Fairfield CT

• Computer Engineering, BSE | ABET: Engineering Accreditation Commission | 10/01/2004-Present
• Electrical Engineering, BS | ABET: Engineering Accreditation Commission | 10/01/1992-Present
• Mechanical Engineering, BS | ABET: Engineering Accreditation Commission | 10/01/1992-Present
• Software Engineering, BSE | ABET: Engineering Accreditation Commission | 10/01/2004-Present

Naugatuck Valley Community College

Waterbury CT

• Electronic Engineering Technology, AS | ABET: Engineering Technology Accreditation Commission | 10/01/1967-09/30/2004,10/01/2005-Present
• Mechanical Engineering Technology, AS | ABET: Engineering Technology Accreditation Commission | 10/01/1967-09/30/2004,10/01/2005-Present

Quinnipiac University

Hamden CT

• Civil Engineering, BS | ABET: Engineering Accreditation Commission | 10/01/2015-Present
• Computer Information Systems, BS | ABET: Computing Accreditation Commission | 10/01/2005-Present
• Industrial Engineering, BS | ABET: Engineering Accreditation Commission | 10/01/2015-Present
• Mechanical Engineering, BS | ABET: Engineering Accreditation Commission | 10/01/2015-Present
• Software Engineering, BS | ABET: Engineering Accreditation Commission | 10/01/2015-Present

Southern Connecticut State University

New Haven CT

• Computer Science, BS | ABET: Computing Accreditation Commission | 10/01/1992-Present

Trinity College

Hartford CT

• Engineering, BS | ABET: Engineering Accreditation Commission | 10/01/1992-Present

United States Coast Guard Academy

New London CT

• Civil Engineering, BS | ABET: Engineering Accreditation Commission | 10/01/1978-Present
• Electrical Engineering, BS | ABET: Engineering Accreditation Commission | 10/01/1973-Present
• Mechanical Engineering, BS | ABET: Engineering Accreditation Commission | 10/01/1994-Present
• Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering, BS | ABET: Engineering Accreditation Commission | 10/01/1973-Present

University of Bridgeport

Bridgeport CT

• Computer Engineering, BS | ABET: Engineering Accreditation Commission | 10/01/1987-Present
• Electrical Engineering, B.S. | ABET: Engineering Accreditation Commission | 10/01/2015-Present

University of Connecticut

Storrs CT

• Biomedical Engineering, BSE | ABET: Engineering Accreditation Commission | 10/01/2005-Present
• Chemical Engineering, BSE | ABET: Engineering Accreditation Commission | 10/01/1964-Present
• Civil Engineering, BSE | ABET: Engineering Accreditation Commission | 10/01/1940-Present
• Computer Engineering, BSE | ABET: Engineering Accreditation Commission | 10/01/2006-Present
• Computer Science and Engineering, BSE | ABET: Computing Accreditation Commission | 10/01/1993-Present
• Computer Science and Engineering, BSE | ABET: Engineering Accreditation Commission | 10/01/1972-Present
• Computer Science, BS | ABET: Computing Accreditation Commission | 10/01/2000-Present
• Electrical Engineering, BSE | ABET: Engineering Accreditation Commission | 10/01/1940-Present
• Environmental Engineering, BSE | ABET: Engineering Accreditation Commission | 10/01/2005-Present
• Management and Engineering for Manufacturing, BS | ABET: Engineering Accreditation Commission | 10/01/2005-Present
• Management and Engineering for Manufacturing, BS | ABET: Engineering Accreditation Commission | 10/01/2005-Present
• Material Science and Engineering, BSE | ABET: Engineering Accreditation Commission | 10/01/2005-Present
• Mechanical Engineering, BSE | ABET: Engineering Accreditation Commission | 10/01/1941-Present

University of Hartford

West Hartford CT

• Acoustical Engineering & Music, B.S.E. | ABET: Engineering Accreditation Commission | 10/01/2008-Present
• Architectural Engineering Technology, BS | ABET: Engineering Technology Accreditation Commission | 10/01/1995-Present
• Biomedical Engineering, BSE | ABET: Engineering Accreditation Commission | 10/01/2002-Present
• Civil Engineering, BSCE | ABET: Engineering Accreditation Commission | 10/01/1978-Present
• Computer Engineering, BSCmpE | ABET: Engineering Accreditation Commission | 10/01/2002-Present
• Electrical Engineering, BSEE | ABET: Engineering Accreditation Commission | 10/01/1967-Present
• Electronic(s) Engineering Technology, BS | ABET: Engineering Technology Accreditation Commission | 10/01/1986-Present
• Mechanical Engineering Technology, BS | ABET: Engineering Technology Accreditation Commission | 10/01/2000-Present
• Mechanical Engineering, BSME | ABET: Engineering Accreditation Commission | 10/01/1967-Present

University of New Haven

West Haven CT

• Chemical Engineering, B.S. | ABET: Engineering Accreditation Commission | 10/01/1993-Present
• Civil Engineering, B.S. | ABET: Engineering Accreditation Commission | 10/01/1973-Present
• Computer Engineering, B.S. | ABET: Engineering Accreditation Commission | 10/01/2004-Present
• Computer Science, B.S. | ABET: Computing Accreditation Commission | 10/01/1998-Present
• Electrical Engineering, B.S. | ABET: Engineering Accreditation Commission | 10/01/1973-Present
• Industrial and Systems Engineering, B.S. | ABET: Engineering Accreditation Commission | 10/01/2011-Present
• Industrial and Systems Engineering, B.S. | ABET: Engineering Accreditation Commission | 10/01/2011-Present
• Mechanical Engineering, B.S. | ABET: Engineering Accreditation Commission | 10/01/1970-Present

Yale University

New Haven CT

• Chemical Engineering, BS | ABET: Engineering Accreditation Commission | 10/01/1936-09/30/1965,10/01/1982-Present
• Electrical Engineering, BS | ABET: Engineering Accreditation Commission | 10/01/1936-09/30/1965,10/01/1973-Present
• Mechanical Engineering, BS | ABET: Engineering Accreditation Commission | 10/01/1936-09/30/1965,10/01/1985-Present

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