Engineering Degrees in Iowa

Second to Iowa State University in terms of program offerings is the University of Iowa, offering a total of six different undergraduate programs and a handful of graduate level programs. One can obtain a four-year degree in biomedical, chemical, civil, electrical, industrial, or mechanical engineering at this university. With its central location in the state, the University of Iowa may be perfect for students commuting from anywhere in the state. This university also boasts a population of women engineering students higher than the national average.

Dordt College is located in North West area of the state while Iowa State University in located centrally in the state. St. Ambrose University and the University of Iowa are both located on the East side of the state, although still roughly an hour away from each other. This gives Eastern Iowa the highest concentration of engineering programs.

Smaller School Options for an Engineering Degree in Iowa

St. Ambrose University is the only university in the Quad City Metropolitan area of Iowa that offers Bachelors of Science degrees in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, and a dual degree in both areas.

If one is seeking a smaller scale college experience, Dordt College may be ideal. Located in Sioux Center, Iowa with a population of roughly 7,000 people – this college is home to around 1,400 students with diverse backgrounds.

The college offers accredited 4-year degrees in civil, electrical, mechanical, biomedical, and chemical engineering as well as non-accredited degrees in engineering that offer more flexibility to students. Dordt College is a private school with affiliation to the Christian Reformed Church. That being said, those interested in a Christian-centered education would be best suited at this college.

Options for Online Engineering Degrees from Iowa Universities

For students interested in obtaining a masters degree in engineering online, Iowa State University offers a 100% online masters program in the Electrical Engineering and Computer Engineering departments.

Top Engineering Employers in Iowa

Two of the top companies using engineers in Iowa are Rockwell Collins, Inc. and Allender Butzke Engineering, Inc.

Rockwell Collins, Inc. is an international company that manufactures avionics, information technology systems and aircraft equipment to aircraft manufacturers and government agencies. Approximately 7,200 people are employed at Rockwell, with many at their headquarters in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. Much of their production is done through the use of electrical, software and systems engineers. Rockwell also sell communications and navigations systems, flight controls, simulation equipment, and precision targeting and weapons.

Allender Butzke Engineering, Inc is a civil engineering firm that provides geotechnical engineering solutions, construction quality control services, and environmental site assessments. Some of their services include field exploration, drilling, laboratory testing and analysis, steel erection and inspections. This company has about 40 employees and utilizes the services of civil, geotechnical and construction engineers.

List of Accredited Engineering Programs

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School	Level	Program	Admissions
Grand Canyon University	Bachelor, Master	Online Software Engineering & Technology Programs Multiple online software engineering and development programs. BS in Software Engineering, MS in Information Assurance and Cybersecurity, and more.	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
Norwich University	Master	Online Master of Civil Engineering Enhance your technical engineering knowledge, management skills, and communication abilities to further your career as an engineering leader.	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
Stevens Institute of Technology	Master	Online Master of Engineering in Engineering Management GRE/GMAT not required.	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 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 of 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
University of Delaware	Master	Online MS in Electrical and Computer Engineering One of the first online programs to present advanced electrical and computer engineering concepts and application through a cybersecurity lens.	Website
Spring Hill College	Bachelor	Online Bachelor’s in Computer Science Designed to develop your algorithmic thinking, computational skills and expertise in software engineering.	Website
Norwich University	Master	Online BS in Computer Science & Information Systems Explore computer science frameworks embedded with national security principles as you develop skills in mathematics, programming, system design and software engineering.	Website
University of West Florida	Master	Online M.S. in Computer Science Masters program features concentrations in software engineering and data analytics.	Website
Utica University	Master	MS in Cybersecurity Endorsed by the National Security Agency (NSA), Department of Homeland Security, Defense Cyber Crime Center (DC3), and the EC-Council.	Website
Liberty University	Bachelor	Bachelor of Science in Information Systems ACBSP accredited, 100% online.	Website

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Campus Based ABET Accredited Programs

Dordt College

Sioux Center IA

• Engineering, BS | ABET: Engineering Accreditation Commission | 10/01/1989-Present

Iowa State University of Science and Technology

Ames IA

• Aerospace Engineering, B.S. | ABET: Engineering Accreditation Commission | 10/01/1960-Present
• Agricultural Engineering, B.S. | ABET: Engineering Accreditation Commission | 10/01/1936-Present
• Biological Systems Engineering, B.S. | ABET: Engineering Accreditation Commission | 10/01/2011-Present
• Chemical Engineering, B.S. | ABET: Engineering Accreditation Commission | 10/01/1936-Present
• Civil Engineering, B.S. | ABET: Engineering Accreditation Commission | 10/01/1936-Present
• Computer Engineering, B.S. | ABET: Engineering Accreditation Commission | 10/01/1979-Present
• Computer Science, BS | ABET: Computing Accreditation Commission | 10/01/1984-Present
• Construction Engineering, B.S. | ABET: Engineering Accreditation Commission | 10/01/1976-Present
• Electrical Engineering, B.S. | ABET: Engineering Accreditation Commission | 10/01/1936-Present
• Industrial Engineering, B.S. | ABET: Engineering Accreditation Commission | 10/01/1956-Present
• Materials Engineering, B.S. | ABET: Engineering Accreditation Commission | 10/01/1999-Present
• Mechanical Engineering, B.S. | ABET: Engineering Accreditation Commission | 10/01/1936-Present
• Software Engineering, B.S. | ABET: Engineering Accreditation Commission | 10/01/2011-Present

Loras College

Dubuque IA

• Engineering, BS | ABET: Engineering Accreditation Commission | 10/01/2011-Present

Northern Iowa - Cedar Falls, University of

Cedar Falls IA

• Electrical Engineering Technology, BS | ABET: Engineering Technology Accreditation Commission | 10/01/2008-Present

St. Ambrose University

Davenport IA

• Industrial Engineering, BSIE | ABET: Engineering Accreditation Commission | 10/01/1992-Present
• Mechanical Engineering, B.S. | ABET: Engineering Accreditation Commission | 10/01/2014-Present

University of Iowa

Iowa City IA

• Biomedical Engineering, BSE | ABET: Engineering Accreditation Commission | 10/01/1984-Present
• Chemical Engineering, BSE | ABET: Engineering Accreditation Commission | 10/01/1936-Present
• Civil Engineering, BSE | ABET: Engineering Accreditation Commission | 10/01/1936-Present
• Electrical Engineering, BSE | ABET: Engineering Accreditation Commission | 10/01/1936-Present
• Industrial Engineering, BSE | ABET: Engineering Accreditation Commission | 10/01/1950-Present
• Industrial Hygiene, MS | ABET: Applied and Natural Science Accreditation Commission | 10/01/1993-Present
• Mechanical Engineering, BSE | ABET: Engineering Accreditation Commission | 10/01/1937-Present

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