It is more important than ever to continue to invest in the critical and emerging needs of our HBCU Schools of Engineering. Our goal is to continue to partner with our AMIE Corporate and Government Partners to promote excellence and innovation at the HBCU Schools of Engineering by strengthening institutional capacity, encouraging private-sector partnerships, and improving pathways to workforce and research advancement.
Collaboration, innovation and agility are extremely critical attributes for our national and global footprint. We must be intentional on what we will deliver in terms of talent, research capabilities and ensuring a strong strategic partnership with our HBCU Partners. Our HBCU Parters are national assets for talent development, applied research, and innovation capacity. We want to ensure this successful partnership continues to enable the AMIE Partners to increase its impact and influence to deliver on our mission.
AMIE is committed to:
• Focusing on the enhancement of research capabilities by conducting a thorough review of current strengths and future needs,
• Looking internally at our governance model and enhancing it to meet the needs of our partners and institutions,
• Sharing best practices among our institutions, corporate partners and government partners,
• Being the enabler and collaborator to other key STEM programs by providing linkages and connections into these various communities and initiatives.
AMIE continues to solidify its place as a unique governing body that will have precision focused engagements in order to position itself as a reliable resource to our universities and partnering organizations. AMIE is positioned to continue supporting the needs of our HBCU Schools of Engineering, corporations and government partners by continuing to embark on strategic initiatives designed to advance institutions and students. AMIE will continue to seek the support of all corporations and government entities to cultivate and nurture the HBCU Schools of Engineering students as they embark on careers in research, academia, industry and government. AMIE is adding value to our nation by partnering with HBCU Schools of Engineering to promote talent development, research excellence and innovation capacity.
Sincerely,
Veronica L. Nelson Chief Executive Officer
HBCU DEFINED
The Higher Education Act of 1965, as amended, defines an HBCU as: “...any historically black college or university that was established prior to 1964, whose principal mission was, and is, the education of black Americans, and that is accredited by a nationally recognized accrediting agency or association determined by the Secretary [of Education] to be a reliable authority as to the quality of training offered or is, according to such an agency or association, making reasonable progress toward accreditation.”
Many Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) were established after the Civil War and during the Reconstruction Era as a path to higher education and expanded opportunities for newly “freed” men and women of African descent.
HBCUs create an atmosphere of learning and leading. They bridge the gap, reaching those who are often overlooked in each generation. HBCUs offer all students, regardless of race, an opportunity to develop their skills and talents. These institutions train young people who go on to serve domestically and internationally in the professions, as entrepreneurs and in the public and private sectors.
Historical Overview
In 1981, President Ronald Reagan, under Executive Order 12320, established the White House Initiative on Historically Black Colleges and Universities, which expanded the previous program and set into motion a government wide effort to strengthen our nation’s HBCUs.
In 1989, President George Bush signed Executive Order 12677. This executive order established a Presidential Advisory Board on Historically Black Colleges and Universities to advise the president and the secretary of education on methods, programs and strategies to strengthen these valued institutions.
In 1993, President William Jefferson Clinton signed Executive Order 12876. This executive order required a senior level executive in each agency have oversight in implementing the order, and that the Office of Management and Budget be involved in monitoring implementation of the order.
On Feb. 12, 2002, President George W. Bush signed Executive Order 13256. This executive order transferred the White House Initiative on Historically Black Colleges and Universities to the Office of the Secretary within the U.S. Department of Education. Previously, the White House Initiative was housed in the Department’s Office of Postsecondary Education.
On February 26, 2010, President Barack Obama Signed Executive Order 13532, to advance the development of the Nation’s full human potential and to advance equal opportunity in higher education, strengthen the capacity of historically black colleges and universities to provide the highest quality education, increase opportunities for these institutions to participate in and benefit from federal programs and ensure that our nation has the highest proportion of college graduates in the world by the year 2020. It aimed to promote excellence, innovation, and sustainability, prioritizing private-sector partnerships and workforce preparation. https://obamawhitehouse.archives.gov/the-press-office/ executive-order-historically-black-colleges-and-universities
On February 28, 2017, President Donald J. Trump Signed Executive Order 13779, to advance America’s full human potential; foster more and better opportunities in higher education; strengthen the capacity of HBCUs to provide the highest-quality education; provide equitable opportunities for HBCUs to participate
in Federal programs; and increase the number of college-educated Americans who feel empowered and able to advance the common good at home and abroad. The Initiative shall work with agencies, privatesector employers, educational associations, philanthropic organizations, and other partners to increase the capacity of HBCUs to provide the highest-quality education to an increasing number of students. https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/DCPD-201700149/pdf/DCPD-201700149.pdf
On September 3, 2021, President Joseph R. Biden Jr., signed Executive Order 14041, to advance educational equity, excellence, and economic opportunity in partnership with HBCUs, and to ensure that these vital institutions of higher learning have the resources and support to continue to thrive for generations to come; strengthen the capacity of HBCUs to provide the highest-quality education; provide equitable opportu¬nities for HBCUs to participate in Federal programs; and increase the number of college-educated Americans who feel empowered and able to advance the common good at home and abroad. https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2021/09/09/2021-19579/white-house-initiative-on-advancingeducational-equity-excellence-and-economic-opportunity-through
On April 23, 2025, President Donald J. Trump issued Executive Order 14283, to support HBCUs in advancing America’s full potential; fostering more and better opportunities in higher education; providing the highestquality education; obtaining equal opportunities for participation in Federal Programs; ensuring collegeeducated Americans are empowered to advance the common good at home and abroad; and making our Nation more globally competitive. The Initiative shall work with executive departments and agencies (agencies), the President’s Board of Advisors on Historically Black Colleges and Universities established in section 4 of this order, private-sector employers, educational associations, philanthropic organizations, and other partners to increase the capacity of HBCUs to provide the highest-quality education to an increasing number of students. https://www.whitehouse.gov/presidential-actions/2025/04/white-house-initiative-topromote-excellence-and-innovation-at-historically-black-colleges-and-universities/
ABOUT
Advancing Minorities’ Interest in Engineering (AMIE) is a 501 (c)(3) non-profit organization whose AMIE, Inc. is a 501 (c)(3) non-profit organization whose purpose is to expand corporate, government and academic alliances to implement and support programs to attract, educate, graduate and place students in engineering and computer science careers.
Established in 1992, AMIE represents a coalition of industry, government agencies and the Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) Schools of Engineering with ABET accredited engineering programs who see HBCUs as a national asset for talent development, applied research, and innovation capacity to address real-world challenges.
The (17) Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) Schools of Engineering with ABET accredited engineering programs represent less than 3% of all the Engineering Schools in the country, yet they produce over 30% of all African American engineers in the United States. Approximately one-third of African American graduates in Science and Engineering are also produced by Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU). One quarter of PhD recipients in Science and Engineering received their undergraduate degree from Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU). Thus, the HBCU Schools of Engineering are a great resource pool for innovation, research and engineering talent.
AMIE acts as
• A catalyst that forges Industry, Government and Academia partnerships that support programs to advance students’ interest in engineering,
• A promoter and encourager to students to pursue engineering careers,
• A facilitator for the recruitment of students for co-op, intern and full-time opportunities at member organizations,
• An avenue for members to exchange “Best Practices” and “Lessons Learned” for the development of a robust engineering workforce, and
• An enabler for the creation of Engineering Research/Technology transfer agreements.
AMIE Value Proposition Statement:
AMIE assures the STEM Pipeline has exceptional talent for industrial and government businesses who seek broad perspectives in their workforce. Unlike working individually with each partner in the three areas (university, industry and government), AMIE’s coalition provides a holistic opportunity to influence educators and businesses, promote student’s pursuit of engineering and achieve a greater pipeline of mission ready engineering talent.
AMIE’S MISSION
The mission of AMIE is to be a catalyst that forges Industry/Government/Academic partnerships that support programs to advance students’ interest in engineering.
AMIE’S VISION
AMIE is the premier organization that develops industry, government and university partnerships to achieve a robust engineering workforce.
AMIE’S COMMITMENT
• As a coalition of lndustry, Government Agencies and HBCU Schools of Engineering with ABET accredited Engineering Programs, AMIE is committed to:
• Promote and encourage students to pursue engineering degrees
• Facilitate the recruitment of HBCU engineering co-ops, interns and graduates to member organizations
• Provide a forum for member organizations to exchange ideas on “Best Practices” and “Lessons Learned” related to developing a robust engineering workforce
• Facilitate the forging of Engineering Research and Technology Transfer Partnerships between the AMIE HBCU Partners and the AMIE coalition of non-academic members
Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) Partners:
1. Alabama A&M University
2. Central State University
3. Florida A&M University
4. Hampton University
5. Howard University
6. Jackson State University
7. Morgan State University
8. Norfolk State University
9. North Carolina A&T State University
10. Prairie View A&M University
11. Southern University and A&M College
12. Tennessee State University
13. Texas Southern University
14. Tuskegee University
15. University of the District of Columbia
16. University of Maryland Eastern Shore
17. Virginia State University
INSTITUTION
Alabama A&M University
College of Engineering, Technology & Physical Sciences
Preparing diverse young men and women for leadership in the STEM fields, ready to impact the region, the nation and the world.
Reflecting its heritage as a traditional 1890 land-grant institution, Alabama A&M University (AAMU) functions as a teaching, research and public service institution, including extension. AAMU is a dynamic and progressive institution with a strong commitment to academic excellence. The serene, intimate campus is situated on “The Hill,” only a short distance from downtown Huntsville; the site of the school’s founding. Alabama A&M University has four colleges with 42 Baccalaureate, 23 Master’s, 1 EdS and 5 doctoral degrees offered.
COLLEGE/SCHOOL OVERVIEW
The College of Engineering, Technology, and Physical Sciences in Alabama A&M University is organized into three departments, Electrical Engineering and Computer Science, Mechanical and Civil Engineering and Construction Management, and Physics, Chemistry and Math. The BS degree in Computer Science program is accredited by the Computing Accreditation Commission of ABET, the BS degrees in Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering, and Mechanical Engineering programs are accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET.
Graduate degrees are offered in computer science (MS), systems and materiel engineering (MEng), Mechanical Engineering (MS), Electrical Engineering (MS) and physics (MS) and Applied Physics (Ph.D.). In collaboration with the College of Education, the College of Engineering, Technology and Physical Sciences offers a variety of certified and non-certified teaching programs and the undergraduate and graduate levels. The College actively collaborates with government and industry partners in the vibrant Huntsville research ecosystem.
ACADEMIC PROGRAMS
Bachelor of Science
• Electrical Engineering
Concentration in General Electrical Engineering; Concentration in Computer Engineering; Concentration in Microelectronics(VLSI); Concentration in Nuclear Power
• Mechanical Engineering
Concentration in Nuclear Systems; Concentration in Manufacturing Systems; Concentration in Propulsion Systems; Concentration in General Mechanical Engineering
• Civil Engineering
• Computer Science Concentration in General Computer Science; Concentration in CyberSecurity Concentration in Artificial Intelligence
RESEARCH INITIATIVES AND CAPABILITIES
• Artificial Intelligence
• Physics
• Mathematics
• Chemistry
• Construction Management Graduate Degrees
• Master of Engineering (Systems and Materiel Engineering)
• Master of Science in Electrical Engineering
• Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering
• Master of Science in Computer Science
• Master of Science in Applied Physics
• PhD in Applied Physics
• Cybersecurity, Artificial Intelligence, neural networks, modeling and simulation in biometrics, Image and Signal Processing, real-time embedded systems
• Advance Additive Manufacturing, Intelligent manufacturing systems and advanced robotics
• Nuclear Engineering, Propulsion System / Thermal Sciences, Mach-4 wind tunnel, Unmanned Aircraft SystemsMaterials Sciences and Nanotechnology, Crystal growth, large and small band gap and piezoelectric materials
• Computational Science and Engineering, Quantum Computing, computational electro magnetics, computational fluid dynamics, finite element analysis
POINT OF CONTACT
Dr. ZT DENG, Dean
College of Engineering, Technology, and Physical Sciences
Alabama A&M University - Arthur J. Bond Hall Room 226 4900 Meridian Street, Normal, AL 35762
Phone: 256-372-5560
Email: zhengtao.deng@aamu.edu
Website: www.aamu.edu/cetps
Central State University
John W. Garland College of Engineering, Science, Technology and Agriculture
INSTITUTION
Central State University (CSU) is the only public Historically Black University in the state of Ohio. At CSU, John W. Garland College of Engineering, Science, Technology and Agriculture (JWG CESTA) serves as a hub of excellence in educating and producing graduates in STEM areas. CSU prepares students with diverse backgrounds and experiences for leadership, research, and service. In 2014, CSU was designated as an 1890 Land-Grant institution. With this designation, CSU is committed to serving small farms and businesses in rural communities with basic and applied research in agricultural methods, continuing education for undergraduates and graduates, and technology transfer and extension, analysis, and problem identification services.
COLLEGE/SCHOOL OVERVIEW
JWG CESTA offers degree programs in 10 critical areas of Basic and Applied Sciences, Technology, Engineering, and Agriculture in four academic departments – Agricultural and Life Sciences, Manufacturing Engineering, Mathematics and Computer Science, and Water Resources Management.
ACADEMIC PROGRAMS
Undergraduate Degrees
• Sustainable Agriculture (B.S.)
• Industrial Technology (B.S.)
• Water Resources Management (B.S.)
• Manufacturing Engineering (B.S.)
• Environmental Engineering (B.S.)
• Exercise Science (B.S.)
• Mathematics (B.S.)
• Computer Science (B.S.)
• Biology (B.S.)
• Chemistry (B.S.)
RESEARCH INITIATIVES AND CAPABILITIES
Certificate Programs
• Cybersecurity
• Semiconductor Processing
Mathematics and Computer Science: Uncertainty quantification of multi-phase porous media flows on GPUs; image processing and classification for agriculture; big data analytics/integration; networking, systems and cybersecurity in the era of artificial intelligence and machine learning.
Engineering: Hydro-energy applications for enhancing sustainable natural resources use; water quality in sustainable food production on urban landscapes; hydraulic models for water distribution and wastewater collection systems; ecosystem sustainment of regions under natural gas exploration; geospatial applications for environment; water quality in natural and man-made systems; additive manufacturing; robotic applications in agriculture; air and noise pollution related to transportation; sustainability in engineering
Theoretical and Computational Physics: Utilizing high-performance computing to investigate the structure and characteristics of quantum few-body systems, spanning from light nuclei to cold atoms and 2D semiconductor materials.
POINT OF CONTACT
Ramanitharan Kandiah, Interim Dean
John W. Garland College of Engineering, Science, Technology, and Agriculture
Central State University
1400 Brush Row Road
Wilberforce, Ohio 45384
Phone: 937-376-6260
Email: rkandiah@centralstate.edu
Website: John W. Garland College of Engineering, Science, Technology, and Agriculture | Central State University
The FAMU-FSU College of Engineering has more than 3700 students and 120 faculty members. Academic offerings include bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral programs across five academic departments.
INSTITUTION
Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University (FAMU) was founded as the State Normal College for Colored Students. On October 2, 1887, it began classes with fifteen students and two instructors. Today, FAMU is the premier school among public Historically Black Colleges and Universities. FAMU remains the only HBCU in the twelve-member State University System of Florida. The FAMU-FSU College of Engineering in the state’s capital city of Tallahassee is jointly administered by Florida A&M University and Florida State University.
COLLEGE/SCHOOL OVERVIEW
The FAMU-FSU College of Engineering is the engineering institution for undergraduate and graduate education, as well as engineering research, for both Florida A&M and Florida State universities. The college offers comprehensive academic programs at all levels and works to continually evaluate, expand and improve its programs to ensure that engineering students are prepared for the demands of an innovative global workforce. This partnership of a top HBCU and a Research- I university allows the college to offer the most advanced research capabilities and graduate education of any HBCU. FAMU-FSU Engineering attracts outstanding faculty and students from all over the world. These engineers work at world-class research facilities just steps away from the engineering campus, including the National High Magnetic Field Laboratory, High Performance Materials Institute, Center for Advanced Power Systems, and the AeroPropulsion, Mechatronics and Energy Center.
ACADEMIC PROGRAMS
Bachelor of Science
• Biomedical Engineering
• Chemical Engineering
• Civil Engineering
• Electrical Engineering
• Computer Engineering
• Industrial Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering
Graduate Degrees
• Masters and Doctorate in Chemical Engineering
• Masters and Doctorate in Biomedical Engineering
• Masters and Doctorate in Civil Engineering
• Masters of Engineering in Civil Engineering
• Masters and Doctorate in Electrical Engineering
• Masters and Doctorate in Industrial Engineering
• Masters and Doctorate in Mechanical Engineering
• Masters of Systems Engineering
• Masters of Engineering Management
• Masters and Doctorate in Materials Science & Engineering
• Masters and Doctorate in Aerospace Engineering
RESEARCH INITIATIVES AND CAPABILITIES
• Polymers, materials, nanomaterials and nanotechnology
• Renewable, advanced and sustainable energy
• Biomedical imaging, cellular and tissue engineering
• Environmental sustainability and water resources
• Advanced power systems
• Intelligent systems, control and robotics
• Communication, information technology and cybersecurity
• Active and supersonic flow controls
• Superconductivity materials and applications
• Manufacturing and operations research
• Fundamental and advanced materials research
• Quantum engineering, materials and communication
POINT OF CONTACT
Dr. Suvranu De, Dean and Professor FAMU-FSU College of Engineering 2525 Pottsdamer Street, Suite 8206
Tallahassee FL 32310-6046
Phone: 850-410-6161 • Fax: 850-410-6546
Email: dean@eng.famu.fsu.edu
Website: www.eng.famu.fsu.edu
Hampton University’s School of Engineering, Architecture and Aviation is preparing excellent and exciting engineers ready to contribute to the solution of technology challenges here in the United States and around the world.
INSTITUTION
A historically black institution, Hampton University is a comprehensive institution of higher education, dedicated to the promotion of learning, building of character and preparation of promising students for positions of leadership and service. Its curriculum emphasis is scientific and professional with strong liberal arts under girding. The University offers exemplary programs and opportunities which enable students, faculty and staff to grow, develop and contribute to our society in a productive and useful manner. In carrying out its mission, the university requires that everything that it does in the areas of teaching, research and service be of the highest quality.
SCHOOL OVERVIEW
The School of Engineering, Architecture and Aviation (SEAA) is home to academic programs in Architecture, Aviation and Engineering. The School enrolls over 300 students and produces about 60 graduates annually. The SEAA strategic plan calls for expanding and strengthening the undergraduate offerings, building graduate engineering programs and developing clearly defined research areas of excellence. The School excels in producing engineers who obtain doctorate engineering degrees, engineering entrepreneurs and engineers of critical importance to industry and our government.
Howard University’s College of Engineering and Architecture (CEA) continues to play a vital role in producing our nation’s top engineers and architects. The CEA ranks among the top producers of African American male and female engineers.
Founded in 1867, Howard University is a private, research university that is comprised of 14 schools and colleges. Students pursue studies in more than 120 areas leading to undergraduate, graduate and professional degrees. The University operates with a commitment to Excellence in Truth and Service and has produced four Rhodes Scholars, 11 Truman Scholars, two Marshall Scholars, one Schwarzman Scholar, over 70 Fulbright Scholars and 22 Pickering Fellows. Howard University also produces more on-campus African-American Ph.D. recipients than any other university in the United States. For more information on Howard University, visit the Howard University website
COLLEGE/SCHOOL OVERVIEW
Howard University’s College of Engineering and Architecture (CEA) continues to play a vital role in producing our nation’s top engineers and architects. The CEA ranks among the top producers of Black engineers and is a cornerstone of Howard University’s identity as a research powerhouse. In February 2025, Howard University made history as the first HBCU to achieve the R1 Carnegie Classification — a milestone that reflects decades of scholarly excellence in which the CEA has played a central role. Howard University also made history as the first HBCU to lead a University Affiliated Research Center (UARC The UARC focuses on tactical autonomy, positioning Howard, and the CEA in particular, at the cutting edge of artificial intelligence, human-machine teaming, and national security research.
The CEA is one of Howard University’s 14 schools and colleges and is comprised of five departments: Architecture, Chemical Engineering, Civil and Environmental Engineering, Electrical Engineering and Computer Science, and Mechanical Engineering. Our Master of Architecture degree program and all of our Bachelor of Science engineering degree programs are fully accredited. Doctoral degrees are offered in biomedical and chemical engineering, civil and environmental engineering, computer science, electrical engineering, and mechanical engineering, and Master of Science degrees are offered in chemical engineering, computer science, and mechanical engineering. A certificate in Cybersecurity is also offered. In Fall 2026, CEA will begin an AI Certificate program, and an accelerated (4+1) BS/MS program in Computer Engineering.
ACADEMIC PROGRAMS
Bachelor of Science
• Chemical Engineering
• Civil and Environmental Engineering
• Electrical Engineering
• Computer Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering
• Computer Science
• Architecture and Design Studies
RESEARCH CENTERS AND LABS
GRADUATE PROGRAMS
• Master of Architecture
• Master of Engineering (in Civil, Computer, Electrical and Mechanical Engineering)
Department of Defense University Affiliated Research Center, Department of Transportation Tier-1 University Transportation Center, Data Science and Cybersecurity Center (DSC2), Howard University Transportation Research Center (HUTRC), Center for Environmental Implications of Nanotechnology (CEINT), Center for Energy Systems and Control (CESaC), Howard Nanoscale Science and Engineering Facility (HNF), NSF Engineering Research Center for Power Optimization for Electro-Thermal Systems (POETS), Biomolecular Assemblies and Nanomechanics (BAN) Laboratory, Physical/Chemical Environmental Processes Laboratory, Nanomaterials Processing Laboratory, Bioprocess Engineering Laboratory, Bio-environmental Engineering Laboratory, Bio-nano Interfaces, Functional Materials & Biotechnologies Laboratory, Bio-film Engineering and Drug Discovery (BEDD) Laboratory, Passive Seismic Protective Systems (PSPS), The Howard University Structural Simulation Laboratory, Environmental And Water Resources Engineering (EWRE), Motion Control and Drives Laboratory, Electromagnetic Imaging and Modeling Laboratory (EMM), Affective Biometrics Laboratory, Embedded Systems Security Laboratory, Computational Biology and Algorithms Laboratory, Computer Networks and Distributed Systems Laboratory, Software Engineering Laboratory, Cybersecurity and Wireless Networking Innovations Laboratory (CWiNS), Signal Processing and Communication Laboratory, The Power Optimization for ElectroThermalSystems (POETS), Applied Fluid Dynamics Research Laboratory (AFDRL), Applied Mechanics and Materials Research Laboratory (AMMRL), Digital Manufacturing Laboratory (DML), Surface Engineering and Nanofluids Laboratory (SENL), Stout Infrastructure, Geotechnics and Materials (SIGMa) Laboratory.
POINT OF CONTACT
Dr. Kimberly L. Jones, Dean College of Engineering and Architecture
Howard H. Mackey Building 2366 Sixth Street, NW, Suite 100
Washington, D.C. 20059
Phone: 202-806-6565
Email: CEADean@howard.edu
Website: cea.howard.edu
Providing high-quality education in science and technology and technical expertise to business and industry while advancing scientific knowledge through research.
INSTITUTION
Jackson State University® is a diverse, technologically-advanced, four-year university steeped in history and committed to preparing its students to become global leaders. JSU provides a caring, nurturing environment that challenges its students to improve themselves and serve others. JSU was founded in 1877 by the American Baptist Home Mission Society and is located in Jackson, the state’s capital. In 1979, Jackson State was officially designated the Urban University of the State of Mississippi
COLLEGE/SCHOOL OVERVIEW
The College of Science, Engineering and Technology at Jackson State University is committed to implementing the university’s mission as the Urban University of Mississippi by focusing its intellectual, experience and other resources on improving the quality of life for its students, the surrounding community, state, nation and the global community. The College has seven academic departments which provide students with quality undergraduate and graduate programs that incorporate the systems aspect of professional engineering and scientific practice.
ACADEMIC PROGRAMS
Undergraduate Programs
• Biomedical Engineering
-Civil Engineering
-Environmental Track
• General Civil engineering Track
• Computer Engineering
• Computer Science
• Electrical Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering
• Biology
• Chemistry
• Earth System Science
• Technology
• Mathematics
• Meteorology
• Statistics
• Physics
RESEARCH CENTERS
Graduate Programs
• MS in Computational and Data Enabled Science and Engineering
• M.S. Computer Science
• M.S. Engineering
-Civil Engineering
-Computer Engineering
-Computational Engineering
-Electrical Engineering
-Environmental Engineering
• Ph. D. Engineering
• Ph. D. Computational and Data Enabled Science and Engineering
• M.S. Chemistry
• M.S. Mathematics
• M.S Biology
• Ph.D. Chemistry
• Ph.D. Environmental Science
• Ph.D. Urban and Regional Planning
• Advanced Materials & Nano/Quantum-Systems Engineering - Efforts focus on synthesis and application of atomically engineered nano and quantum-based materials for low-power microelectronics, next-generation energy systems, and high-fidelity sensing applications.
• Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Resilience - Efforts focus on protecting the vital nervous systems of modern society—water, power, and transport—by bridging the gap between information technology and operational technology.
• Artificial intelligence and autonomous systems - Efforts focus on the development of intelligent mission planning systems that leverage reinforcement learning and Large Language Models to advance human–machine teaming and collaborative AI-driven decision-making in complex environments.
• Integrated infrastructure and environmental resilience - Efforts advance resilient ecosystems and infrastructure by combining experimental science and engineering, data-driven approaches, and forward-looking design to support sustainable and adaptive communities.
POINT OF CONTACT
Dr. Wilbur Walters, Dean
College of Science, Engineering & Technology Jackson State University
1400 JR Lynch Street - JSU Box 18750 Jackson, MS 39217
Phone: 60l-979-2153
Email: wilbur.l.walters@jsums.edu
Website: www.jsums.edu/science
INSTITUTION
The Morgan graduate is challenged to innovate and to commit to continuous improvement through life-long learning.
Morgan State University, Maryland’s Preeminent Public Urban University, serves the community, region, state, nation, and world as an intellectual and creative resource by supporting, empowering, and preparing high-quality, diverse graduates to lead the world. Its mission is to expose students to the full range of experiences and services that will permit them to successfully meet global challenges that await them as they leave the university.
COLLEGE/SCHOOL OVERVIEW
The Clarence M. Mitchell, Jr. School of Engineering enrolls over 1100 students at the undergraduate and graduate levels. Its three State-Supported Research Centers explore challenges in cybersecurity, artificial intelligence and microelectronics, and its transportation center enhances mobility. To ensure student success, a diverse team of professionals work in close contact with the faculty to assist students in the navigation through the college environment. The focus on first rate customer service, coupled with state-of-the-art facilities, are all designed to achieve excellence through education..
Electrical & Computer Engineering - Embedded System Design and Security, Reverse engineering and assurance of loT systems, Cybersecurity, Predictive/Data Analytics, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Robust Distributed Control and Game Theory, Electronic Materials, High power Conversion device characterization and growth, Adaptive Beam forming and Equalization, Applied and Computational Electro-magnetics, Adaptable electronics for 5G Communications.
Civil & Environmental Engineering - Water Resources and Ground Water Systems, Bridge/Large-Scale Structural Systems, Composite Materials, Geo-hazard Research in Sea Level Rise and Land Subsidence, Geo-spatial and Remote Sensing Studies, Environmental and Geo-technical.
Industrial & Systems Engineering - Lean and Advanced Manufacturing, Robotics and Automated Manufacturing, Project and Engineering Management, Ergonomics /Human Factors Engineering, Energy Systems, Data Science, Industrial Safety and Health, and Operations Research “Big Data”.
Norfolk State University Engineering students are empowered with the knowledge, skills, and abilities needed for successful careers in engineering; enabled with the spirit of innovation, creativity, and entrepreneurship; and instilled with a sense of community responsibility to become leaders for a technology-driven global society.
INSTITUTION
Norfolk State University (NSU) is located in the vibrant urban city of Norfolk, Virginia and only 13 miles from the Atlantic Ocean in Virginia Beach, Virginia. NSU is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools and adheres to the standards set forth by the State Council of Higher Education for Virginia. NSU has a student population of over 6,300 students and has a satellite campus at the Virginia Beach Higher Education Center. The University offers 30 undergraduate degrees, 15 masters degrees, three doctoral degrees, including: BS and MS in Computer Science, MS in, Cybersecurity, BS in Electrical and Electronics Engineering, BS in Optical Engineering, MS in Electronics Engineering, MS in Materials Science, and PhD in Materials Science and Engineering.
COLLEGE/SCHOOL OVERVIEW
The College of Science, Engineering and Technology (CSET) has over 2,200 students and presently comprises over 33% of the university’s student enrollment. Undergraduate programs are ABET accredited, and graduate programs are driven by innovative state of the art research programs that enhance the educational experience for students, and prepare them for national defense, industrial and academic careers. CSET has eight academic departments: Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics, Nursing and Allied Health, Engineering Technology, Computer Science, and Engineering. The college currently houses several research centers- the Center for Materials Research (CMR), the Information Assurance- Research, Education and Development Institute, the Micron NSU Nanotechnology Cleanroom, the Creative Gaming and Simulation Laboratory, and the Cybersecurity Complex. NSU is designated as a DOD Center of Excellence in Cybersecurity Research and as an NSA/DHS Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense (CAE-CD).
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING ACADEMIC PROGRAMS
Bachelor of Science
• Electrical and Electronics Engineering
• Optical Engineering
• Computer Science - Cybersecurity and Computer Engineering
• Information Technology Graduate Degrees
• MS in Electronics Engineering
• MS in Materials Science
• MS in Computer Science
• MS in Cybersecurity
• PhD in Materials Science and Engineering
RESEARCH INITIATIVES AND CAPABILITIES
Cybersecurity, Information Assurance, Cognitive Wireless Networks and Cloud Computing Security, Digital Forensics, Smart Grids Security, Modeling of Biological Neurons, Optics, Plasmonics and Meta-materials, Nano-materials and Nano-technology, Advanced Functional Materials, Neural Probes, Biosensors, Semiconductor Materials and Devices, Photovoltaics, MEMS Actuators, Multi functional Sensors and High K Dielectrics.
POINT OF CONTACT
Dr. Michael Keeve, Dean College of Science, Engineering & Technology Professor of Mathematics
The College of Engineering at N.C. A&T develops leaders and innovators.
North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University is the nation’s largest historically Black university, as well one of the top 25 “Most Innovative” universities in America (U.S. News & World Report, Best Colleges 2024). North Carolina A&T is a land-grant, doctoral research university and a constituent member of the University of North Carolina System. An exponential university, A&T is recognized widely for its national leadership in graduating African American students in engineering, agriculture and other STEM fields. The university was established in 1891 as only the second land-grant college created under the second Morrill Act and is located in Greensboro, North Carolina.
COLLEGE/SCHOOL OVERVIEW
The College of Engineering at North Carolina A&T State University cultivates leaders who excel at academics, innovation, and research. The college is committed to excellence in engineering and computer science and, through education and research, creates innovative and collaborative solutions that address the evolving societal and economic challenges of North Carolina, the nation and the world. The seven academic departments offer twelve bachelor’s, nine master’s and five doctoral degree programs.
ACADEMIC PROGRAMS Departments
• Chemical, Biological, and Bio Engineering
• Civil, Architectural and Environmental Engineering
• Computer Science
• Computational Data Science and Engineering
• Electrical and Computer Engineering
• Industrial and Systems Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering
Degrees Offered
• Aeronautical and Astronautical Engineering (B.S.)
• Architectural Engineering (B.S.)
• Artificial Intelligence (B.S.)
• Bioengineering (B.S., M.S.)
• Biological Engineering (B.S.)
• Chemical Engineering (B.S., M.S.)
• Civil Engineering (B.S. M.S.)
• Computational Data Science and Engineering (M.S., Ph.D.)
• Computer Engineering (B.S.)
• Computer Science (B.S., M.S. Ph.D.)
• Cybersecurity (M.S.)
• Electrical Engineering (B.S., M.S. Ph.D.)
• Industrial and Systems Engineering (B.S., M.S., Ph.D.)
• Mechanical Engineering (B.S., M.S., Ph.D.)
FIVE COE CROSS DEPARTMENTAL RESEARCH STRENGTHS
• Cybersecurity and Resilience
• Complex Systems and Networks
• Energy and Sustainability
• Autonomous Systems
• Healthcare Applications
POINT OF CONTACT
Stephanie Luster-Teasley Pass, Dean College of Engineering
North Carolina A&T State University 1101 East Market Street Martin ERIC Complex, Suite 435 Greensboro, NC 27411
Phone: 336.285.2640 • Fax: 336.334.7540
Email: luster@ncat.edu Website: www.ncat.edu/coe
Prairie View A&M University
INSTITUTION
Prairie View A&M University (PVAMU) is the second oldest public institution of higher education in the state of Texas. Founded in 1876, the land- grant university is a part of the Texas A&M University System. The university’s main campus is located at the city of Prairie View approximately 40 miles northwest of Houston. There are also two outreach campuses within the city limits of Houston. The university’s enrollment now exceeds 9,000, including more than 2,000 graduate students. PVAMU offers baccalaureate degrees in 50 academic majors, 37 master’s degrees and four doctoral degree programs through nine colleges and schools. During the university’s 140-year history, some 71,000 academic degrees have been awarded.
COLLEGE/SCHOOL OVERVIEW
The Roy G. Perry College of Engineering offers six ABET accredited undergraduate programs, four master’s degrees, and one Ph.D. degree. The college is a unique community of students, faculty, staff and scholars dedicated to the advancement, sharing and communication of knowledge in the fields of engineering, computer science and engineering technology. Housed in a six-building engineering complex on the Prairie View A&M main campus, the most highly focused component of the college is student learning. Undergraduate and graduate programs are structured for discovery, applied learning, interpretation and the communication of learning through shared interactive courses and laboratories designed to engage students and faculty alike. The College prepares students to become dedicated and productive members of society. The College receives about $12M funded projects annually from governmental agencies and private sectors. The College enrolls more than 1,600 students; about 15% of them are graduate students.
ACADEMIC PROGRAMS
Bachelor of Science
• Civil Engineering
• Chemical Engineering
• Computer Engineering
• Electrical Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering
• Computer Science
Master’s Degree Programs
• Master of Science in General Engineering
• Master of Science in Data Science Engineering (Interdisciplinary)
• Master of Science in Computer Science
• Master of Science in Computer Information Systems
• Master of Science in Electrical Engineering
Doctoral Program
• PhD in Electrical Engineering
Graduate Certificate Programs
• Graduate Certificate in Deep Learning for Artificial Intelligence
• Graduate Certificate in Smart Grid
• Graduate Certificate in Cybersecurity
• Graduate Certificate in Broadband Communication
• Graduate Certificate in Sustainability
• Graduate Certificate in Computer Hardware and VLSI Design
• Information Systems
• Master of Science in Electrical Engineering
Core Research Capability Areas
• Artificial Intelligence and Data Science
RESEARCH INFRASTRUCTURE AND PLATFORMS
• 12 major research centers including AI, cybersecurity, smart grid, and aerospace
• High-performance computing clusters and cloud platforms
• 5G and cybersecurity testbeds (FireCell, CyberFlood, SDR platforms)
• Advanced manufacturing and materials laboratories
POINT OF CONTACT
Dr. Pamela Holland Obiomon, Dean and Professor Roy G. Perry College of Engineering
• Robotics, Autonomous Systems, and Intelligent Infrastructure
• Energy, Power, and Smart Grid Systems
• High-Performance Computing and Distributed Systems
• Semiconductor and Microelectronics Systems
• Aerospace, Space, and Extreme Environments
• Infrastructure, Transportation, and Environmental Systems
• Smart grid and energy systems testbeds
• Microgravity drop tower and space research facilities
• Gigabit research network and Science DMZ connectivity
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Southern University and A&M College
Southern University and A&M College is committed to providing high-quality education to its students by actions reflecting a student First approach with inclusion of other constituencies such as Industry, Alumni, and the Community-at-Large.
Founded in 1880, Southern University and A&M College is a comprehensive institution offering four-year, graduate, professional, and doctoral degree programs. The university is part of the only Historically Black Colleges and Universities system in the United States. The System, managed by the Southern University System Board of Supervisors, is composed of five (5) campuses in the three largest cities in Louisiana. Southern University and A & M College (SUBR), Southern University Law Center (SULC), and Southern University Agricultural Research and Extension Center (SUAREC) are located on the Baton Rouge landmass. Other member institutions are Southern University at New Orleans (SUNO) and the twoyear degree-offering Southern University in Shreveport, Louisiana (SUSLA). Southern University is among the list of R-2 research universities, under the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education, with an average enrollment of 7000 students. The university offers bachelor’s degrees in 32 areas, 13 master’s, seven doctoral, and two graduate and post-baccalaureate certifications.
COLLEGE/SCHOOL OVERVIEW
The College of Sciences and Engineering provides students with technological skills and opportunities that stimulate professional, educational, and personal growth. The college provides this growth through a diverse faculty and staff that is committed to teaching, research, and service. Students are encouraged to participate in laboratory research and cooperative education programs that enhance career confidence. They also are encouraged to participate in ongoing research with faculty members that contribute to engineering innovations. The college maintains an atmosphere that enhances the student’s ability to achieve the optimum learning experience. Our environment is collegial and focused on student and workforce needs. Our degree program offerings include ten bachelor’s degree programs: biology, chemistry, computer science, physics, civil engineering, computer engineering, construction management, electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, and mathematics. We offer five master’s degree programs: engineering, computer science, biology, mathematics, and physics. We also offer doctoral degree programs in science and math education. The civil, electrical, and mechanical engineering programs are accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission (EAC) of ABET. The computer science program is accredited by the Computing Accreditation Commission (CAC) of ABET.
ACADEMIC PROGRAMS
Undergraduate Programs
• Biology
• Chemistry
• Computer Science
• Physics
• Civil Engineering
• Computer Engineering
• Construction Management
• Electrical Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering
• Mathematics
RESEARCH INITIATIVES AND CAPABILITIES
• Computational Science
• Electronic Systems
• Applied Biological Sciences
• Electronic Materials & Processing
• Materials Science
• Renewable Energy & Energy Optimization
POINT OF CONTACT
Dr. Lealon Martin, Dean College of Sciences and Engineering
Graduate Degrees
• Master of Engineering
• Master of Science in Computer Science
• Master of Science in Biology
• Master of Science in Math/Physics
• PhD in Science/Mathematics Education
• Computational Fluid Dynamics & Heat Transfer
• Algorithms & Theory of Computing
• Software Engineering
• Digital Data Communications
• Database Management & Data Mining
• Science and Mathematics Education
Suite# 206, P.B.S Pinchback Engineering Building Southern University and A&M College Baton Rouge, LA 70813-9969 Phone: 225-771-5290 • Office: 225-771-4009 Email: lealon.martin@sus.edu • Website: www.subr.edu/cse
We are challenged and committed to providing the highest quality industry-drive curricula in Engineering, Technology , and Computer Science...to meet the growing demand for STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) professionals in industry, government, and entrepreneurship.
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Tennessee State University (TSU) is a comprehensive, urban, coeducational, and land-grant university offering undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral degrees. Founded in 1912, it is in Nashville, TN, the state capital, and sits on 500 acres near the Cumberland River in a residential neighborhood just 10 minutes northwest of downtown. The university also has a downtown campus in Nashville. Tennessee State University provides 82 majors in eight undergraduate and graduate colleges and schools.
COLLEGE/SCHOOL OVERVIEW
The College of Engineering is challenged and committed to providing the highest quality industry-driven curricula in Engineering, Technology, and Computer Science. As a premier educational institution that promotes innovation in instruction, research, and service, the college strives to educate and inspire every student to think critically, engage in lifelong learning, and transfer knowledge within the profession. The college currently provides accredited six (6) BS degrees, and four (4) graduate degrees in strategic and emerging disciplines for research and working professionals. The graduate programs are supported by advanced laboratories and research centers in fields such as artificial intelligence, machine learning, advanced materials, renewable energy, robotics, manufacturing, environmental issues, cyber-security, and signal/image processing. The TIGER Institute (TSU Interdisciplinary Graduate Engineering Research) serves as the primary entity to collaborate and partner with industry and government, complemented by research centers in specific areas of scientific investigation. The college currently has funded grants with the National Science Foundation, National Institute of Health, US Department of Energy, US Department of Defense, US Department of Housing and Urban Development, US Department of Transportation, US Department of Homeland Security, NASA, Amazon, Google, Apple, Boeing, HCA, IBM, General Motors, Army Corps of Engineers, Raytheon, Lockheed Martin, Proctor and Gamble, Turner Construction, Honda, Gresham Smith, Southern Company, and Tennessee Valley Authorities.
ACADEMIC PROGRAMS
Bachelor of Science
• Architectural Engineering
• Civil Engineering
• Electrical & Computer Engineering
• Mechanical & Manufacturing Engineering
• Applied & Industrial Technologies
• Computer Science
• Mining Engineering (Minor)
RESEARCH INITIATIVES AND CAPABILITIES
• Robotics
• Advanced Manufacturing
• Artificial Intelligence
• Quantum Materials
• Renewable Energy
• Cyber-security
• Signal/image processing
POINT OF CONTACT
Dr. Lin Li, Dean
College of Engineering - Torrence Hall
Tennessee State University 3500 John Merritt Blvd• Nashville, TN 37209
A student-centered comprehensive doctoral university with higher research activity (R2) committed to ensuring equality, offering innovative programs that are responsive to global challenges, and transforming diverse students into lifelong learners, engaged citizens, and creative leaders
Texas Southern University (TSU) stands among America’s premier comprehensive urban universities, celebrated for exceptional programs, high-quality instruction, and cutting-edge research. Serving more than 8,700 students across 10 colleges and schools with 100+ degree programs, TSU has achieved a remarkable 13-percentagepoint increase in student persistence, reflecting a sustained, institution-wide commitment to student success and academic achievement. Most recently, TSU earned the prestigious Carnegie Community Engagement Classification, affirming a deep commitment to collaborative, mutually beneficial engagement with surrounding communities.
COLLEGE/SCHOOL OVERVIEW
The College of Science, Engineering, and Technology (COSET) at TSU has long been a vibrant and dynamic space with more than 1,500 students across eight academic departments ranging from the traditional natural (biology, chemistry, and physics) and mathematical sciences to aviation science, computer science, transportation studies, environmental science, and engineering technology. Since 2026, COSET has significantly enhanced its engineering footprint by leveraging its current strengths to strategically reorganize and create four new industry-aligned engineering academic departments:
• Aerospace & Mechanical Engineering (AME)
• Chemical Engineering & Environmental Toxicology (ChEET)
These departments will offer eight (8) new degree programs in engineering and aviation while providing a rigorous academic experience that prepares students to meet the growing workforce needs of the greater Houston area and beyond.
ACADEMIC PROGRAMS
Undergraduate Student Degrees
• BS in Aerospace Engineering*
• BS in Aviation Science Management
• BS in Biology
• BS in Chemical Engineering*
• BS in Chemistry
• BS in Civil Engineering†
• BS in Civil Engineering Technology
• BS in Computer Engineering*
• BS in Computer Engineering Technology
• BS in Computer Science
• BS in Electrical & Computer
Engineering†
• BS in Electrical Engineering*
• BS in Electronics Engineering Technology†
• BS in Environmental Engineering*
• BS in Industrial Technology‡
• BS in Maritime Transportation Management & Security
• BS in Mathematics
• BS in Mechanical Engineering*
• BS in Physics
• BS in Unmanned Aerial Systems (Drones)*
Graduate Student Degrees
• PhD in Environmental Toxicology
• MS in Biology
• MS in Chemistry
• MS in Computer Science
• MS in Engineering*
• MS in Environmental Toxicology
• MS in Mathematics
• MS in Transportation Planning & Management
† ABET-accredited | ‡ ATMAE-accredited | * New degree program (tentative start, Fall 2026)
COSET’S FIVE CORE CROSS-DEPARTMENTAL RESEARCH STRENGTHS
• Advanced Biosystems
• Energy & Environmental Science
• Smart Systems & Computational Modeling
• Advanced Materials & Nanotechnology
• Intelligent Transportation Systems
POINT OF CONTACT
Dr. Mark H. Weatherspoon, Dean & Professor of Electrical Engineering College of Science, Engineering and Technology College of Science, Engineering & Technology (COSET) Texas Southern University | 3100 Cleburne Street, Houston, TX 77004
Tuskegee University engineering students are provided with a sound technical foundation that employs the latest techniques and enables them to pursue competitive careers in their disciplines.
INSTITUTION
Tuskegee University is a national, independent and coeducational institution that has a historically unique relationship with the State of Alabama, indeed the Nation and the World. At its core, the University prepares students academically, both graduate, professional and undergraduate, for insertion into a world driven by technology, an interdependent political landscape, and a society of complexity that needs solutions to challenging problems. The University has distinctive strengths in the sciences, architecture, business, engineering and health, all structured on solid foundations in the liberal arts. The University’s programs focus on nurturing the development of high-order technical, scientific, intellectual, moral and ethical qualities in students. Also stressed is the connection between education and the qualities of leadership that graduates must manifest, especially for the 21st Century workforce and beyond. We seek students whose technical, scientific and professional qualities are rigorously honed, and people whose spirits are sensitively oriented in ways that make them committed to go beyond self-centered competence to excellence and service to others.
COLLEGE/SCHOOL OVERVIEW
The College of Engineering, is regarded premier for its production of exceptionally prepared graduates ready to perform with a broad educational background. The College provides an academic portfolio through the disciplines of engineering to engage students in envisioning learning excellence, research and exploration, and service to the nation and the global community. The College is programmed for excellence with the context of Booker T. Washington, the innovation of George Washington Carver and the mettle of the Tuskegee Airmen, armed with facilities, professional faculty and staff and the resources that support public/ private funding as demonstrated by its Partners and Friends. Graduate programs explore new frontiers for solutions that support global issues. Accredited undergraduate programs have become a tradition for students to enter and complete post-secondary/graduate studies in engineering.
The School of Engineering and Applied Sciences at UDC serves the technological needs of society, with special emphasis on the DC metropolitan area, with a mission to create an academic environment that supports success through constant improvement. The school’s focus is on learning, research, service founded on critical thinking, innovation, individual responsibility, teamwork, and leadership.
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The University of the District of Columbia (UDC) is a leader in urban education, providing affordable and highquality undergraduate, graduate, professional, and workforce learning opportunities. As the District’s primary gateway to postsecondary education and research, UDC serves residents across all backgrounds.
As a public, land-grant institution—and the nation’s only urban land-grant university—UDC is committed to developing a diverse generation of competitive, civically engaged scholars and leaders. The University fosters intellectual growth, critical thinking, and innovation while advancing the creation, application, and dissemination of knowledge in service to the broader community.
COLLEGE/SCHOOL OVERVIEW
The School of Engineering and Applied Sciences (SEAS) provides nationally competitive, fully accredited programs spanning the bachelor’s through doctoral levels, preparing graduates for both immediate employment and advanced study. Undergraduate offerings include ABET-accredited programs in Civil, Electrical, Mechanical, Biomedical Engineering, and Computer Science, along with additional programs in Computer Engineering, Cybersecurity, and Information Technology.
At the graduate level, SEAS offers master’s degrees in computer science, Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering, and Mechanical Engineering. A new hybrid Master of Science in Cybersecurity program will begin in Fall 2026. In addition, SEAS also offers a Ph.D. in Computer Science and Engineering, reflecting its continued growth in advanced research and doctoral education. SEAS is also home to several federally funded Centers of Excellence from NSF, NASA, DOE, DOD, NSA, Department of Agriculture and NIH. SEAS strategic plan focuses on preparing a new generation of graduates focused on creativity, entrepreneurship, and leadership.
ACADEMIC PROGRAMS
Undergraduate Programs
• B.S. in Biomedical Engineering
• B.S. in Civil Engineering
• B.S. in Computer Engineering
• B.S. in Electrical Engineering
• B.S. in Mechanical Engineering
• B.S. in Computer Science
• B.S. in Cybersecurity
• B.S. in Information Technology
RESEARCH INITIATIVES AND CAPABILITIES
Graduate Programs
• M.S. in Civil Engineering
• M.S. in Computer Science
• M.S. in Electrical Engineering
• M.S. in Mechanical Engineering
• M.S. in Cybersecurity (beginning Fall 2026)
• Ph.D. in Computer Science and Engineering with Specializations in Biomedical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering and Computer Science
Research capabilities include Cybersecurity, Cloud Computing Information Assurance, High Performance Computing, Wireless and Sensor Networks, Computational Intelligence, Robotics & Autonomous Systems, Mechatronics, Energy Conversion, Modeling and Simulation, Advanced Manufacturing, Product Design, Nanotechnology, Thermal Science, Optical Engineering, Renewable Energy, Rehabilitation Engineering and Bio-assisted devices, Structural Engineering, Intelligent Transportation System, Water Resources Engineering, and Construction Engineering. The School of Engineering and Applied Sciences has NSF CREST Center for Nanotechnology Research and Education, NASA Center for Advanced Manufacturing in Space Technology & Research at UDC-CAM-STAR, DOE Consortium on Advanced Manufacturing and Post processing, NIST Program of Professional Research in Advanced Technology; and NIH-STAR Center for Assistive Rehabilitation for setting up research infrastructure.
POINT OF CONTACT
Dr. Devdas Shetty, Ph.D., P.E.., Dean School of Engineering and Applied Sciences University of the District of Columbia 4200 Connecticut Ave. NW, Washington, DC 20008 Phone: 202-274-5220 • Fax: 202-274-5520; 2 Email: Devdas.shetty@udc.edu Website: www.udc.edu/seas
As a public 1890 land-grant Historically Black University that embraces diversity, UMES is committed to serving first-generation and under-served students and providing educational, research, and community engagement opportunities to transform the lives of its students who will impact the state, region, and the world.
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The University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES), the State’s Historically Black 1890 Land Grant Institution, is a teaching, research, and doctoral institution that nurtures and launches leaders in a student-centered environment. Committed to providing high-quality programs in an ethnically diverse environment, the University prepares students who will serve and shape the global economy.
COLLEGE/SCHOOL OVERVIEW
The School’s programs, which encompass business, engineering, and technology, are organized administratively into Departments of The Built Environment; Engineering; Aviation Sciences; Computer Science and Engineering Technology; Business, Management and Accounting; and Hospitality and Tourism Management. The faculty members within the school are actively engaged in funded research and educational projects; many of which involve undergraduate students.
ACADEMIC PROGRAMS
Undergraduate Degrees
• B.S. in Biomedical Engineering
• B.S. in Computer Science
• B.S. in Construction Management Technology
• B.S. in Electrical Engineering
• B.S. in Engineering
• B.S. in Engineering Technology
• B.S. in Gaming and Software Engineering
• B.S. in Mechanical Engineering
• B.S. in Technology and Engineering Education
• B.S. in Aviation Science
• B.S. in Accounting
• B.S. in Business Administration
• B.S. in Finance
RESEARCH
• B.S. in Marketing
• B.S. in Hospitality and Tourism Management
• B.S. in PGA Golf Management
• B.S. in Private Club and Resort Management
Graduate Degrees
• Ph.D. in Applied Computing and Engineering
• M.S. in Applied Computing and Engineering
• M.S. in Applied Computer Science
• M.S. in Applied Cybersecurity Engineering
• M.S. in Data Science and Analytics Engineering
• M.S. in Electrical and Mechatronics Engineering
• M.Ed. in Career and Technology Education
Aerial Imaging and Remote Sensing, Biofuels, Renewable Energy, Adaptive Radar Sensor Imaging, Structural Health Monitoring, UAV Design and Testing, Cyber-Physical Systems, Digital and Statistical Signal Processing, Wireless Communication Systems, Radar and Sonar, Bioimaging/Biomedical Imaging, and Sensor Networks.
POINT OF CONTACT
Dr. Derrek B. Dunn, Dean
School of Business, Business Engineering, Applied Sciences, Technology, and Tourism Management
30665 Student Services Center Princess Anne, MD 21853
Graduates from VSU’s College of Engineering and Technology are poised to meet the evolving needs of our global society and prepared to navigate the dynamic landscape of today’s world.
Virginia State University (VSU) was founded in 1882 in Petersburg, Virginia. It is one of Virginia’s two landgrant institutions and was the first state-supported four-year institution of higher learning for Black Americans in the U.S. Today VSU has a student population of over 5000 and offers fifty undergraduate and graduate degree programs, two doctoral degree programs, and seven certificate programs. Students study and conduct researches in one of the seven colleges: the College of Agriculture; the Reginald F. Lewis College of Business; the College of Education; the College of Engineering and Technology; The College of Humanities and Social Sciences; the College of Natural and Health Sciences; and the College of Graduate Studies.
COLLEGE/SCHOOL OVERVIEW
The College of Engineering and Technology at Virginia State University is committed to preparing students for success in an increasingly complex, technology-driven world. Our programs combine rigorous academic foundations with immersive, real-world applications that empower students to tackle today’s most pressing challenges and contribute meaningfully to society. Through cutting-edge instruction and interdisciplinary collaboration, we cultivate leaders in engineering, engineering technology, computer science, data analytics, mathematics, and economics. Central to our mission is the ethical integration and responsible application of AI. Students are actively engaged in using AI tools not only to enhance technical proficiency but also to explore the societal impacts and moral considerations of emerging technologies. By embedding AI literacy and ethics into our curricula, we ensure graduates are not only technically capable but also socially conscious innovators ready to lead with integrity, drive sustainable solutions, and transform communities through the applied practice of engineering and scientific principles.
ACADEMIC PROGRAMS
Bachelor of Science
• Computer Engineering
• Manufacturing Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering
• Computer Science
• Information Logistics Technology
• Mechanical Engineering Technology
• Electronics Engineering Technology
• Mathematics
• Economics and Finance
Graduate Degrees
• Master of Science in Computer Science
• Master of Science in Data Analytics
• Master of Science in Mathematics
• Masters of Art in Business/ Managerial Economics
POINT OF CONTACT
Dr. Dawit Haile, Dean
College of Engineering and Technology
Virginia State University
Phone: (804) 524 1141
Fax: (804) 524 6949
Email: dhaile@vsu.edu
RESEARCH INITIATIVES AND CAPABILITIES
• Data Analytics, Multimedia Data Mining
• Machine Learning, IOT, Deep Learning, AI, Ethical AI, LLM
