Engineering Major at RWU
Earn Your ABET-Accredited Bachelor of Science in Engineering in Rhode Island
RWU’s on-campus Engineering major blends real-world learning with a strong academic foundation. From your first year, you’ll work on real-world projects and get support from expert faculty. As a senior, you’ll complete a Capstone Design Project with guidance from industry mentors. Location matters. RWU’s waterfront campus in Bristol, Rhode Island gives you access to modern labs, close faculty support, and real connections with the engineering field. It’s a top choice for students seeking a personalized, project-based engineering degree in New England.
Hands-On Engineering Degree and Career Preparation at RWU
- Learn in a hands-on, project-based program accredited by the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET)
- Start building real-world solutions in your first year with access to 3D printers, fabrication labs, CNC routers, and wind tunnels
- Gain experience through internships, co-ops, and active involvement in engineering societies like the American Society of Civil Engineers, American Society of Mechanical Engineers, Society of Women Engineers, and Engineers Without Borders
- Collaborate with faculty on research and complete a senior Capstone Design Project guided by industry mentors
- Specialize in Civil, Computer, Electrical, Environmental, or Mechanical Engineering
- Thrive in a supportive community of peers, faculty, and engaged alumni
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Student Spotlight
Senior Engineering majors Matthew Satriale and Andrew Vo are applying their skills to a cutting-edge robotics project, collaborating with the Office of Naval Research, Brown University, and UMass Lowell. The pair designed a sensorized platform to help underwater robots perform ship maintenance without human intervention.
“Seeing our work come to life in the lab confirmed that this is the right career path for me.” – Andrew Vo, ’25
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