Computer Engineering
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The computer engineering program is designed to prepare an engineer to work in both the abstract software world, where high level languages and more complexity will often provide a solution to a problem, and in the physical world, where designs are often compromises between many opposing factors.

Undergraduate degrees

Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering

Graduate degrees

Master of Science in Computer Engineering

Ph.D. in Computer Engineering

Non-Thesis Masters Programs in Computer Engineering

Certificates

Computational Intelligence

Cyber-Physical Systems

Start a career with strong earning potential

Missouri S&T computer engineering graduates are well prepared for careers in industry, government and graduate study. Many secure full-time positions or admission to graduate programs shortly after graduation.

  • Strong job placement and graduate school outcomes

  • Competitive starting salaries in computing, technology and related industries

  • Internship and co-op opportunities with leading employers in hardware, software and systems engineering

Graduates in computer engineering pursue careers across a wide range of industries, including computing, technology, aerospace, defense and manufacturing. Common job titles include:

  • Computer hardware engineer

  • Embedded systems engineer

  • Software engineer

  • Systems engineer

  • Firmware engineer

Missouri S&T computer engineering graduates are employed by leading regional and national organizations, including:

  • Intel

  • Caterpillar

  • Naval Research Lab

  • Sandia National Lab

  • Microsoft

  • Cerner

  • And many more

Missouri S&T offers a rigorous, hands-on computer engineering education designed to prepare students for professional success.

  • Strong industry connections and employer partnerships

  • Hands-on, project-based learning throughout the curriculum

  • Faculty with industry and research experience

  • A STEM-focused campus with comprehensive academic and career support

Alumni Career Highlights

Graduates from Missouri S&T’s Electrical and Computer Engineering programs are well prepared for strong career outcomes. Our students go on to work at leading companies across a wide range of industries, reflecting both the strength of our academic programs and the real-world skills they develop. In 2025, we interviewed Reijie He, an ECE graduate now working at Apple. We invite you to read his story and learn more about the paths our students take after graduation.

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