Engineering students at The University of Texas at Austin have diverse backgrounds, interests and ideas. They share a love for creative problem-solving and a desire to make a difference in the world.
Top 10 reasons for choosing engineering
- Love your work and live your life, too.
- Be creative.
- Work with interesting people.
- Solve problems and design things that matter.
- Never be bored.
- Earn a high salary.
- Enjoy job flexibility.
- Travel.
- Make a difference.
- Change the world!
Generally, the first two years include a mix of introductory engineering courses, math, science, English, social sciences, and humanities. During the next two years, students investigate their engineering specialty with major specific courses. Practical work experience through internships and co-ops may also be an integral part of the engineering program. Many students choose to participate in additional academic programs, enjoy a study abroad experience, work part-time or participate in extracurricular activities to broaden their college experience.
