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Systems engineering


What is a systems engineering major?

This curriculum trains individuals to apply mathematical and scientific principles to the design, development and operational evaluation of total systems solutions to a wide variety of engineering problems, including the integration of human, physical, energy, communications, management, and information requirements as needed, and the application of requisite analytical methods to specific situations.

19%

of students said they were motivated to select this major because it's financially rewarding.

28%

of students said complex concepts were a challenging aspect of the major.

How much do systems engineering majors make?

This data isn't currently reported, but we're working on it!

How popular is systems engineering as a major?

Each year, around 860 students obtain a bachelor’s degree in systems engineering. In 2021, 784 students received a bachelor's degree. This is 10% fewer systems engineering majors than there were in 2020. Systems engineering is a relatively popular major compared to other engineering majors.

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