Pre-Engineering 100%
of Valpo College of Engineering graduates are employed or enrolled in graduate school within nine months of graduation
Top 10% Your path to an exciting future in engineering starts here. Valpo’s preengineering program helps you build the math and science foundation to transition into an engineering major with confidence. The pre-engineering program is designed for students who want to build or strengthen the skills they need to enter one of Valpo’s six accredited engineering programs, while keeping them on track to graduate in four years. Whether you want to deepen foundational knowledge or figure out which discipline will fit you best, Valpo’s College of Engineering offers the support and personalized pathways to guide your journey to becoming a future engineer. You’ll be surrounded by professors who are 100% focused on undergraduate students, teaching every course, advising you on academics and career goals, and getting to know you by name. Small class sizes mean more personal mentorship, research opportunities, and a tight-knit community of engineers across every major. Whichever engineering program you choose, a significant portion of your coursework will involve hands-on lab experiences and research opportunities, so you can apply your skills to real-world challenges.
of undergraduate engineering programs nationally, according to U.S. News & World Report (2026)
ENGINEERING MAJORS Pre-engineering will help you build a strong foundation to enter one of Valpo’s six engineering programs, which are accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET (abet.org): • Bioengineering • Civil Engineering • Computer Engineering • Electrical Engineering • Environmental Engineering • Mechanical Engineering Explore Valpo’s top-ranked programs at valpo.edu/engineering.