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Computer Engineering, BSCPE

Computer Engineering teaches you how information systems are put together from components, and provides you with an understanding of both hardware and software systems. This major provides the training necessary for some of the fastest growing fields, including big data analytics, cybersecurity, robotics and networking.

Our program provides a particularly strong emphasis on real-time and embedded systems. We also provide you with a unique set of opportunities to participate in national level student competitions against other universities.

Computer engineers are in high demand and some surveys rank computer engineering as the top paid engineering profession for new graduates.

Your Degree Plan

Intro

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Our program provides a particularly strong emphasis on real-time and embedded systems. You’ll also have unique opportunities to participate in national student competitions against other universities.

Tailor this major to your interests by focusing your coursework in one of these areas:

  • Cybersecurity

Take advantage of special options related to this major:

  • Honors

    Expand your curiosity — and enhance your curriculum — through the WVU Honors College. Two programs are offered: for first- and second-year students and for third- and fourth-year students.

The WVU Difference

What sets this program apart from its competitors?

  • Faculty includes , 2015 West Virginia Professor of the Year.
  • Strong emphasis on student competition teams.
  • The Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering program is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET.
  • Digital forensics and cybersecurity laboratory co-located with the West Virginia State Police crime lab.
Scholarships

Over 92% of WVU freshmen receive grants or scholarships (2022-2023).

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Learn by Doing

Learning happens outside the classroom. Get involved.

Computer Engineering students can take part in the Department of Energy-sponsored , which is led by the Department of Mechanical, Materials and Aerospace Engineering.

Before graduating, all undergraduates in this major complete an academic project (or "capstone") to demonstrate their research, communication and critical thinking skills. Projects in WVU's Computer Engineering major have included:

  • Automated greenhouse.
  • Automated sensor system for monitoring water.
  • Development of a self-guided wheelchair.
  • Robotic ball retriever for tennis court.

Connect with other students who share your academic interests as a member of:

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Live, study and pursue outside-the-classroom learning in a that shares your interests:

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What you learn outside of the classroom is just as important as what you learn during class. We’ll help you follow your curiosity.

Careers and Outcomes

How does this degree prepare students for a career?

Network and Computer Systems Administrators

Install, configure, and support an organization's local area network (LAN), wide area network (WAN), and Internet systems or a segment of a network system. Monitor network to ensure network availability to all system users and may perform necessary maintenance to support network availability. May monitor and test Web site performance to ensure Web sites operate correctly and without interruption. May assist in network modeling, analysis, planning, and coordination between network and data communications hardware and software. May supervise computer user support specialists and computer network support specialists. May administer network security measures.

Median Salary: $95,360

Possible job titles include: Information Technology Specialist (IT Specialist), Network Administrator, Network Engineer, Systems Administrator.

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Software Quality Assurance Engineers and Testers

Develop and execute software test plans in order to identify software problems and their causes.

Has a Bright Outlook

Median Salary: $101,800

Possible job titles include: Quality Assurance Analyst (QA Analyst), Quality Assurance Engineer (QA Engineer), Software Quality Assurance Engineer (SQA Engineer), Software Quality Engineer.

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Computer Hardware Engineers

Research, design, develop, or test computer or computer-related equipment for commercial, industrial, military, or scientific use. May supervise the manufacturing and installation of computer or computer-related equipment and components.

Has a Bright Outlook

Median Salary: $138,080

Possible job titles include: Design Engineer, Engineer, Hardware Engineer, Systems Engineer.

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Sales Engineers

Sell business goods or services, the selling of which requires a technical background equivalent to a baccalaureate degree in engineering.

Has a Bright Outlook

Median Salary: $116,950

Possible job titles include: Account Executive, Account Manager, Customer Engagement Manager, Technical Sales Engineer.

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Where Graduates are Working

Computer Engineering graduates are in demand and placement rates are high. For example, Northrup-Grumman is one employer with a large summer internship program that has led to many employment offers and full-time jobs.

Admission Requirements

To be admitted to WVU's Computer Engineering major, first-time freshmen must meet WVU's . They also must meet one of the following admission requirements. Interested in transferring? Review the .

Tuition and Aid

How much does Computer Engineering at WVU cost? And how can you save?

Tuition and Fees

Estimated rates are available on our tuition website. Anyone who is not a current West Virginia resident, including international students, will be charged non-resident rates.

Scholarships

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Ways to Save

Here are a few ways for you to save on the cost of attending WVU in addition to university scholarships.

Financial Aid

The most important step toward funding your future with financial aid for the Computer Engineering major is submitting the Free Application for Federal Student Aid, or FAFSA.

Transfer Articulation Agreements

To simplify the transfer process, we have formal agreements with certain institutions. These agreements outline the courses you should take to prepare for transferring to WVU.

Review the to see if your institution is listed.

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