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This cooperative degree program requires about three years of work at EIU followed by two years of work at either the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign (UIUC) or Southern Illinois University at Carbondale (SIUC).

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Degree Level
Bachelor of Science
Delivery
In Person
Time to Degree
6 Semesters
Credit Hours
90 Total, 57 in Major
Engineering students at EIU

Why Study Engineering at EIU?

  • Learn through hands-on, project-based coursework
  • Work closely with faculty in small class settings
  • Prepare for a wide range of careers across almost every industry
"To have a more personal teaching environment with the professors. The ability to ask a question and interact with professors daily is very beneficial for my academic future. This aspect of EIU is very important to me as it helps me learn and grow greatly in my knowledge of the field."
Anthony Aya
Engineering | Class of 2026
Anthony Aya, Engineering at EIU

Hands-On Experience

  • Project-based coursework
  • Collaborative learning experiences
  • Opportunities for internships and applied work
Hands-On Experience, Engineering students at EIU

What You'll Learn

This cooperative degree program, administered by the Pre-Engineering Coordinator, requires about three years of work at EIU followed by two years of work at either the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign (UIUC) or Southern Illinois University at Carbondale (SIUC). It is designed to provide engineering students with a broader base of liberal arts than is usually given in a four-year curriculum.

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Jie Zou
Professor, Pre-Engineering Program Coordinator
jzou@eiu.edu
2460 Physical Science
217-581-3220
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Andrew Mertz
Department Chair and Professor of Computer Science
aemertz@eiu.edu
3619 Old Main
217-581-3828
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Billy Panther
Head of Panther Pride
Old Main
217-581-2223
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