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ONE COLLEGE. MANY OPPORTUNITIES.

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CHOOSE CSE

At the University of Minnesota College of Science and Engineering (CSE), you get the best of both worlds: science and engineering, all in one college. You will learn how to use engineering principles to help solve scientific problems and you will know how to apply scientific methods to engineering challenges.

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Being able to see these different perspectives has given me so much insight. I think that collaboration, being the College of Science and Engineering, is helpful to any student.

—Rachel, environmental geosciences (she/her)

UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH Partner with world-class experts on everything from cancer to climate change.

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FACULTY ENGAGEMENT Our professors are role models, mentors, and winners of undergraduate teaching awards.

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OVERALL EXCELLENCE

STUDENT GROUPS

We consistently rank in the top tier of engineering schools nationwide.

There are 80+ in this college—and more than 1,000 across the University of Minnesota.

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VARIETY AND FLEXIBILITY

LEADERSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

We have 20 majors—and you don’t have to choose any in your first year.

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You can learn to lead and empower others in a variety of ways.

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Because we don’t have to declare our major until about sophomore year, I could take freshman year to explore all the different majors that were available.

—Nibir, chemical engineering 2020 Jeopardy! National College Champion

STUDY ABROAD PROGRAMS

⊲ Meet Nibir: cse.umn.edu/studentvoices

Earn academic credits for semester or short-term global seminars in 50+ countries.

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TWIN CITIES More than 16 Fortune 500 companies are based here—and they hire our students!

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AFFORDABILITY

Value for your money—earn a prestigious degree at public university prices.

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CAMPUS COMMUNITY

It’s vibrant and international. We aim to create an inclusive environment.

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Aerospace Engineering and Mechanics

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Astrophysics

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Chemical Engineering

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Materials Science and Engineering

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Biomedical Engineering Bioproducts and Biosystems Engineering Chemistry Civil Engineering Computer Engineering Computer Science Data Science Earth Sciences Electrical Engineering Environmental Engineering Environmental Geosciences Geoengineering Industrial and Systems Engineering

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YOU HAVE QUESTIONS. Think about the salary you will make as a scientist or engineer. Our students earn an average of $72,252 annually upon graduation. (see “starting salaries” page 29)

⊲ HOW MUCH WILL I PAY?

Tuition depends on whether you’re a Minnesota resident, from out-of-state or a reciprocity state, or an international student. You will also have housing and personal expenses, such as textbooks and toothpaste.

Check out this chart: z.umn.edu/CostofAttendance

Each year, the University awards

$50 MILLION in scholarships to freshmen.

FOOD FOR THOUGHT There are lots of dining options on and off campus.

Plus, the Nutritious U Food Pantry program offers students fresh fruits, vegetables, grains, and proteins at deeply discounted prices.

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Being a first-generation college student is tough, and I didn’t grow up with a STEM influence in my life. I didn’t think I’d fit in at CSE. Now I’m really passionate about STEM and using my voice to help others.

—Tatem, chemical engineering (she/her)

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⊲ CAN I GET A SCHOLARSHIP? Yes. We have need-based scholarships and meritbased scholarships. Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) starting in October.

CAN I GET A CAMPUS JOB? Yes. There are jobs on and off campus, including work-study, internships, and our engineering co-op program that pays $20+ an hour.

WE HAVE ANSWERS. FIND YOUR MENTOR Here are a few ways to connect with professionals and your peers: • CSE Mentor Program matches 200+ students with industry experts/alumni.

• Ambassadors Program connects 100+ freshmen with upper-division students.

• WISE UndergraduateGraduate Program pairs students based on similar interests.

WHERE DO I LIVE? We recommend a Living Learning Community.

Among our 30+ LLCs are: •

Taylor House for Science and Engineering— co-ed with calculus, physics, and chemistry tutors

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STEM Diversity House—co-ed for students of color and underrepresented students

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Women in Science and Engineering (WISE) House—residents are paired with professional mentors from Medtronic

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FETCH—residents help train service dogs and volunteer with a local animal provider

CSE 1001 We see freshmen every week for one hour during the first semester. Bootcamp? Not quite.

This First-Year Experience class will help you explore majors, identify strengths and weaknesses, build your timemanagement skills, and more.

Find “Goldycraft” on the Minecraft server. CSE student Khang Lu is an original creator.

Server IP: goldycraft.crafted.pro

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ACE THAT CLASS The academic success centers at the University of Minnesota are ready for you—if you ever need a little extra help on essays and research assignments. Or, if you just want to learn how to podcast or record videos for fun.

Check out success.umn.edu.

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Student groups in CSE Competitive teams Professional fraternities & sororities

societies 4 Honor groups 5 Leadership organizations 27 Professional groups 9 Project-based interest 24+ Special groups

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Belonging is when you feel valued, when you feel heard, and when you feel part of the community.

HOW CAN I GET INVOLVED IN RESEARCH? Volunteer in a lab or apply for a paid position with a professor. You can also apply for UROP. The U’s Undergraduate Research Opportunities Program pays about $1,400 in stipends and up to $300 for project-related expenses.

⊲ HOW DO I MAKE FRIENDS? The quickest way to make new friends is to join a club. There are more than 1,000 student groups across the University of Minnesota.

Engineers Without Borders

oSTEM | Out in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math

AISES | American Indian Science and Engineering Society

—Jennifer, bioproducts and biosystems engineering (she/her)

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University of Minnesota Solar Vehicle Project

CAN I BUILD COOL THINGS? ⊲ Yes. Students have built everything—from a prosthetic hand to electric bikes and even a bioreactor to help save coral reefs—in the 10,000+-square-foot Anderson Student Innovation Labs.

HOW CAN I STAY BALANCED AND HAPPY?

WATCH VIDEO You can use the Taylor Student Project Fund to turn ideas into reality—$5,000 is awarded each semester: z.umn.edu/TaylorFund

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You can find tips and tools for everything from mental and physical health to friendships and finding balance on You@UMN, a personalized well-being portal for students.

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HOW DO I STAY SAFE? Several new measures to protect students, both on and off campus, include investing in increased UMN Police Department patrols, mobile lighting, and camera trailers.

Safety guides can walk you home, to a vehicle, or to a nearby business. The Gopher Chauffeur also provides free rides home at night for University students.

Attila the Hen and Bailey, the one-eyed golden retriever, are among the 100+ teams of therapy animals and volunteer handlers in PAWS (Pet Away Worry & Stress) at the U.

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MAJOR HIGHLIGHTS • National reputation One of the first programs of its kind to be accredited in the U.S. • Build and test courses include aircraft development and flight testing experiences • $68,432 estimated starting salary of our graduates • Paid co-op program to gain work experience and earn $20-$26 an hour

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What I love most about this major is its complexity. There are so many aspects to aerospace—so many ways to further improve how we fly—that you can never stop learning and discovering!

—Clare (she/her)

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AEROSPACE ENGINEERING AND MECHANICS Master the principles of flight, from aerodynamics and propulsion to orbital mechanics and rocketry.

Build and fly autonomous airplanes, rockets, and helium balloons. Study the science behind drones and the many ways in which aerospace research can be beneficial to society. Design next generation airplanes and spacecraft to transport people and products around the world—and beyond.

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Flight test engineer

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Aircraft designer

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Wind tunnel engineer

STUDENT GROUPS There are many you can join as an AEM major, including the American Institute of Aeronautics & Astronautics (AIAA) and the Rocket Team.

See cse.umn.edu/ studentgroups.

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This program offers a strong foundation in physics and a good background in computer science. It’s really a fun way to combine your professional interest in physics and your hobby in astronomy.

— Elizabeth (she, her)

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MAJOR HIGHLIGHTS

ASTROPHYSICS Explore the physics of our universe. Get to know the night sky. Make discoveries that raise new questions about stars, interstellar clouds, and galaxies.

Observe planets in transit. Get hands-on experience with telescopes—big and small. Learn from space science and infrared instrumentation experts. Dive into nuclear, particle, and atomic physics.

• 4 focus areas including astronomy research, secondary education, data analysis, and computation • Research facilities include the 30-inch reflector near Minneapolis and 60-inch Mt. Lemmon reflector in Arizona • World-class observatories your access includes Kitt Peak in Arizona and Mauna Kea in Hawaii • Double major option in astrophysics and physics

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Research scientist

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Senior technical writer

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Astrophysicist/ astronomer

There are many you can join as an Astro major, including the Astronomy Club and Society of Women Engineers (SWE). See cse.umn.edu/studentgroups.

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My major enables students to test their curiosities across a variety of engineering disciplines, and it equips us with a dynamic skill set to impact the medical field.

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—Adam (he/him)

BIOMEDICAL ENGINEERING MAJOR HIGHLIGHTS • Freshman seminars led by professors and industry professionals • Multidisciplinary courses in biology, physiology, math, physics, and chemistry • Senior design sequence led by a practicing biomedical engineer • Research labs with state-of-the-art technology include the U’s Medical Devices Center • $66,883 estimated starting salary of our graduates

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Experience the fast-evolving world that blends biology, medicine, and technology. Solve medical mysteries and health problems. Design products that save lives or improve quality of life. Learn to make prosthetics—for humans, pets, and even wild animals.

Understand artificial tissues and organs. Discover the latest in gene therapy.

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Research and development engineer

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Medical device designer

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Prosthesis designer

STUDENT GROUPS There are many you can join as a BME major, including the Biomedical Engineering Society (BMES) and Engineering World Health (EWH). See cse.umn.edu/studentgroups.

BBE.UMN.EDU

BIOPRODUCTS AND BIOSYSTEMS ENGINEERING Discover and learn solutions for the sustainable use of renewable resources and the enhancement of the environment. Design processes and products for renewable energy, biomaterials, and bio-based chemicals. Develop solutions to improve natural systems and enhance the environment. Implement sustainable approaches to address our growing need for materials, energy, safe water, clean air, and food security.

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Process or project engineer

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Environmental engineer

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Food engineer

MAJOR HIGHLIGHTS • 3 focus areas bioproducts engineering, environmental and ecological engineering, and food engineering • Over 95% job placement rates • $64,857 estimated starting salary of our graduates • 2 in 5 option earn two degrees (bachelor’s and master’s) with our five-year integrated program

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I’m excited about the different directions I can take with this background. Our classes are very collaborative, and there are a number of research opportunities open to us.

—Lauren (she/her)

STUDENT GROUPS There are many you can join as a BBE major, including the American Society of Agricultural and Biological Engineers (ASABE) and Food and Bioproducts Engineering Organization (FaBEO). See cse.umn.edu/studentgroups.

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CHEMICAL ENGINEERING MAJOR HIGHLIGHTS • Fundamental courses in thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, heat and mass transfer kinetics, and reactor design • Faculty teams core courses are team-taught by professors

Learn how to contribute to the sustainable production of energy, pharmaceuticals, chemicals, and advanced materials. Meet leading scientists and visit their laboratories on the cutting-edge of research.

Work on a wide variety of projects to chemically and physically transform matter. Practice process design and control, economic analysis, numerical methods, and biochemical engineering.

• Research labs with state-of-the-art scientific instruments and pilotscale chemical engineering equipment • $70,223 estimated starting salary of our graduates

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What I love most about my major is the emphasis on problem solving through critical thinking.

The faculty and staff are amazing and will guide you every step of the way!

—Leslie (he/him)

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CAREER EXAMPLES •

Polymer manufacturing engineer

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Petrochemicals engineer

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Pharmaceuticals manufacturing engineer

STUDENT GROUPS There are many you can join as a ChE major, including the American Institute of Chemical Engineers (AICHE). See cse.umn.edu/studentgroups.

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CHEMISTRY

I love how flexible this major is. I can explore the different fields it offers while having time to take other classes outside of science!

The faculty are also extremely approachable and their class demos are super fun.

—Jackson (he/him)

Interact with nature at the basic and molecular level. Understand the composition and properties of materials. Make and transform chemicals into new substances. Identify the substances of which matter is composed. Address problems related to alternative sources of energy, sustainable polymers, and nanotechnology. Work with some of the top chemists in their fields. Become a co-author on papers published in leading scientific journals.

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Research scientist

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Chemical safety program manager

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Forensic science technician

STUDENT GROUPS There are many you can join as a Chemistry major, including the American Chemical Society (ACS). See cse.umn.edu/studentgroups.

MAJOR HIGHLIGHTS • Focus areas organic synthesis, analytical chemistry, bioscience/ bioproducts, chemical biology, chemical physics, chemistry education, environmental chemistry, green chemistry, materials chemistry, polymers, and inorganic chemistry • World-class facilities include the Nuclear Magnetic Resonance, X-Ray Crystallographic, and Mass Spectrometry Laboratories • $59,028 estimated starting salary of our graduates • Share your research in scientific journals and at conferences and poster sessions • Opens doors to jobs in medicine, energy, forensics, food science, materials science, polymer science, and more cse.umn.edu 13

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My major is great because I can use Civil Engineering to help improve our infrastructure, which is so important to our daily lives. Being able to design things that help people is extremely fulfilling!

—Anthony (he/him)

MAJOR HIGHLIGHTS • 5 focus areas environmental, geomechanics, structures, transportation, and water resources • Interdisciplinary

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combines physics, chemistry, microbiology, mechanics, and geology with data collection, analysis, and modeling • MAST lab the largest of its kind to test effects of earthquakes and hurricanes • $62,630 estimated starting salary of our graduates • Capstone design you will partner with local engineering companies to design and manage a project

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CIVIL ENGINEERING Design, construct, and maintain the engineered and natural environments that can transport us, supply clean water, and safely house us as we live, work, and play. Understand how to integrate engineered structures with the natural environment rather than assuming that we can ignore or control nature.

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City engineer

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Construction manager/analyst

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Transportation engineer

STUDENT GROUPS There are many you can join as a CivE major, including the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) and the Interdisciplinary Transportation Student Organization (ITSO). See cse.umn.edu/studentgroups.

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COMPUTER ENGINEERING Get to know digital hardware and software, inside and out. Design state-of-the-art computers and components, from individual chips and microcontrollers to complete computer systems and networks. Become an expert in machine learning and artificial intelligence. Design, build, and test new consumer electronics.

MAJOR HIGHLIGHTS • 7 emphasis areas including computer architecture, security and networks, robotics, graphics/ virtual reality, and chip design • Multidisciplinary blends electrical engineering and computer science • 2 in 5 option earn two degrees (bachelor’s and master’s) with our five-year integrated program • $82,001 estimated starting salary of our graduates

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Computer network engineer

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Embedded microcontroller engineer

STUDENT GROUPS There are many you can join as a CompE major, including the Internet of Things (IoT) Collaborative.

See cse.umn.edu/ studentgroups.

• Paid co-op opportunity to earn an average of $20-$26 an hour while gaining work experience

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Machine learning engineer

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The U has one of the strongest engineering programs in the U.S., and I’ve learned a lot in this major.

Department advisers are very good at checking in with students.

I feel prepared for anything!

—Leyan (she/her)

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CSE is really welcoming.

Getting to know my professors and other students has enriched my college experience.

This major helped me land a dream internship with Microsoft.

COMPUTER SCIENCE Design and analyze computer and software systems.

Push the limits of artificial intelligence and experiment with virtual reality. Build the next megahit video game, trendy social app, or breakthrough data-mining algorithm to predict diseases. Meet cybersecurity experts. Learn how to maximize the efficiency of current systems. Explore aerial, land, and amphibious robots.

—Lucas (he/him)

MAJOR HIGHLIGHTS • 6 tracks including Software Engineering and Data Systems, HumanCentered Computing, and Artificial Intelligence/Robotics • 2 in 5 option earn two degrees (bachelor’s and master’s) with our five-year integrated program • Research labs include Robotics, Vision, Social Computing, Virtual Reality, and Artificial Intelligence • $83,581 estimated starting salary of our graduates

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Computer network architect

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Software engineer

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Information security analyst

STUDENT GROUPS There are many you can join as a CSci major, including the Association of Computing Machinery (ACM), Code the Gap, and Women in Computer Science (WCS). See cse.umn. edu/studentgroups.

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DATA SCIENCE Learn about “big data” and what it means.

Understand how to extract meaningful insights from large volumes of data—including numbers, text, images, video, and audio. Build computational models and algorithms to organize unstructured data. Help companies make better products or shape customer behavior. Explore how data analysis works with artificial intelligence and machine learning.

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I like how this program pushes me to think outside of the box, and it gives me the opportunity to solve real-world problems.

—Mia (she/her)

MAJOR HIGHLIGHTS • Flexible program pursue topics that interest you, get a minor, or work on research projects with professors

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Business intelligence analyst

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Data scientist

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Machine learning engineer

STUDENT GROUPS There are many you can join as a DSci major, including the Internet of Things (IoT) Collaborative and UMN Blockchain. See cse.umn.edu/studentgroups.

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I love my major because it has such a closeknit community and you learn to see the Earth and its processes in a whole new way.

—Priya (she/her)

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MAJOR HIGHLIGHTS • 100% of students participate in outdoor field courses based in Minnesota and Montana • Opens doors to jobs in environmental consulting, earth sciences research, state and federal agencies, and teaching • Local partnerships faculty advise state agencies and communities on waste disposal, lake restoration, natural resources conservation, and more • Research opportunities in one of our research centers, including the Continental Scientific Drilling Facility, Polar Geospatial Center, and Institute for Rock Magnetism

EARTH SCIENCES Understand how our dynamic planet works, from the surface to the core. Learn about the natural processes that have shaped the chemistry and structure of our Earth. Deepen your understanding of oceanography, paleoclimatology, and hydrology.

Study glaciers, rivers, volcanoes, and earthquakes.

Explore how different forms of life, from single-celled organisms to mammals and dinosaurs, evolved through time and interact with the environment.

Discuss emerging technologies to mitigate the effects of climate change.

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Environmental scientist

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Hydrologist

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Mining geologist

STUDENT GROUPS There are many you can join as an ESci major, including the Geological Society (GeoClub) and the Society for Mining, Metallurgy, and Exploration (SME). See cse.umn.edu/studentgroups.

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ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING Learn how to harness an invisible force for good.

Create power generation and distribution systems.

Develop circuits that power cellphones, computers, and game consoles. Design electric cars. Invent electromagnetic devices, such as MRI machines and bio-sensors, to detect diseases. Build robots to ensure human safety and comfort. Discover new methods of clean energy production.

MAJOR HIGHLIGHTS • 7 focus areas including biomedical, signal processing, electric energy systems, photonics, and digital systems • ECE Learning Center find in-person or online tutors and study groups • Paid co-op opportunity to earn an average of $20-$26 an hour while gaining work experience • $74,635 estimated starting salary of our graduates • 2 in 5 option earn two degrees (bachelor’s and master’s) with our five-year integrated program

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Power systems engineer

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Telecommunications engineer

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Advanced automation and robotics engineer

STUDENT GROUPS There are many you can join as an EE major including the Institute of Electrical & Electronics Engineers (IEEE), Minnesota Electric Racing, and Tesla Works. See cse. cse.umn.edu/studentgroups.

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I like this program because it’s fairly hands on. Even outside of specific lab classes, you’ll likely be using software or techniques that are asked for on job listings.

—Uriah (he/him)

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ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING MAJOR HIGHLIGHTS • Elective courses in water quality, pollutant fate and remediation, waste management, and sustainable development • Real-world focus courses emphasize cultural, political, economic, and ethical implications

Protect public health and restore the environment within the context of our public infrastructure.

Design the systems that produce clean air and safe water for society. Broaden your perspective as you read and learn more about local and global environmental issues and solutions. Explore methods for management of solid and hazardous wastes. Build better treatment plants to recycle and reuse wastewater.

• Capstone design course in which you partner with local engineers to design and manage a project • Laboratory and field experiences to build your research skills

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This major is a nice middle ground for my interest in biology and engineering.

It’s also small enough that you will see the same faces and find it easier to make friends.

—Niko (he/him, they/them)

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CAREER EXAMPLES •

Hydrologist

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Water/ wastewater engineer

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Air quality engineer

STUDENT GROUPS There are many you can join as an EnvE major, including the Minnesota Environmental Engineers, Scientists, and Enthusiasts (MEESE). See cse.umn.edu/studentgroups.

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I’m fascinated by how our earth functions. Besides that interest, I like this major because of how supportive the professors are.

They accept feedback and really listen to students.

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ENVIRONMENTAL GEOSCIENCES Study the natural processes that control our environment and the associated impacts of human activities. Learn about sustainable practices.

Understand how to address a range of issues, including water and soil quality in urban and rural settings, natural resource exploration and management (bioremediation, metals, sand, and aggregate mining), and the mitigation of natural hazards (flooding, landslides, and climate change).

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Environmental consultant

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Water management specialist

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Geoscientist

—Gracelyn (she/her)

MAJOR HIGHLIGHTS • Core curriculum includes classes in mineralogy, geochemistry, environmental geophysics, hydrogeology, geomicrobiology, and geographic information systems (GIS) • Summer fieldwork two fieldwork courses in your sophomore and/or junior year • 7% in 10 years U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects about 3,100 openings for geoscientists each year, on average, over the decade • Job opportunities in industry, government, nonprofit organizations, and academia

STUDENT GROUPS There are many you can join as an EnvGeo major, including GeoClub and the Minnesota Groundwater Association. See cse.umn.edu/studentgroups.

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I really like it at the U. I’m also happy with geoengineering because I’m able to get a good foundation in Earth science and civil engineering from one program.

—Ellie (she/her)

MAJOR HIGHLIGHTS • Wide-ranging courses including geology, civil engineering, environmental engineering, math, and water resources • Broad possibilities every engineering project has a geoengineering component

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GEOENGINEERING Offset the impacts of climate change. Learn to plan, analyze, design, construct, and operate all types of facilities on and under the surface of the Earth. Dig deep into the mechanics, dynamics, and behavior of soil. Meet waste management and containment experts, and become one yourself.

• Double major option in geoengineering and earth sciences (8 semesters + 2 summer geology field camps) • Student research

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include the W. David Lacabanne Rock Mechanics Laboratory

STUDENT GROUPS There are many you can join as a GeoE major, including the Society for Mining, Metallurgy, and Exploration (SME) and Engineers Without Borders (EWB). See cse.umn.edu/ studentgroups.

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Geotechnical engineer

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Tunneling specialist

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Groundwater engineer

MAJOR HIGHLIGHTS • Flexible elective options in areas like analytics, product design, healthcare, supply chain, management, consulting, and sustainability • Multidisciplinary blends science, engineering, mathematics, and management

ISYE.UMN.EDU

INDUSTRIAL AND SYSTEMS ENGINEERING Help organizations make smarter decisions using datadriven models. Improve sustainability by minimizing waste. Learn what it takes to build and manage complex systems like global supply chains. Become a big-picture thinker. Brainstorm solutions. Improve quality and efficiency for a wide range of industries, from healthcare to manufacturing to computing.

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Business analyst

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Quality engineer

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Supply chain analyst

• $67,675 estimated starting salary of our graduates • 2 in 5 option earn two degrees (bachelor’s and master’s) with our five-year integrated program

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What I like about my major is that I get exposure to many different subjects. This allows me to explore what I want to do after I graduate.

—Raunak (he/him)

STUDENT GROUPS There are many you can join as an ISyE major, including the Institute for Industrial and Systems Engineers (IISE). See cse.umn.edu/studentgroups.

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MAJOR HIGHLIGHTS • Fundamental courses in metals, ceramics, polymers, semiconductors, and composites • Required classes in thermodynamics, kinetics, metals and alloys, and electrical and magnetic properties • Senior design course with practical training and industry mentors • $67,564 estimated starting salary of our graduates

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Lots of companies are looking for people with the skills we develop here. I also love this major because we look at materials on an atomic scale and really understand what causes the phenomena we see on the macroscopic level.

—Megan (she/her)

STUDENT GROUPS There are many you can join as an MSE major, including Material Advantage and the Solar Vehicle Project (UMNSVP). See cse.umn.edu/studentgroups.

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MATERIALS SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING Study the properties, structure, and performance of materials. Improve them. Customize them. Break them down and make them better—or build new products and applications for more advanced materials. Learn what it takes to produce materials for nearly every product imaginable—from cellphones and artificial joints to automobiles and turbine rotors.

CAREER EXAMPLES •

Materials engineer

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Semiconductor processing engineer

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Composites engineer

MATH.UMN.EDU

MATHEMATICS Prove theorems upon which all science is built. Learn how to use mathematical models to detect and solve real-world problems. Play with game theory.

Focus on structure, symmetry, and patterns. Sharpen your skills in abstract reasoning. Compete in math competitions, near and far. Dive into the systems of equations and inequalities. Develop your power for abstract reasoning.

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Math applies to lots of fields outside of the sciences, such as finance and business.

I love the broad range it gives me.

—Dylan (he/him)

MAJOR HIGHLIGHTS CAREER EXAMPLES •

Business analyst

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Actuary

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Data scientist

• 4 focus areas actuarial mathematics, computer applications, mathematical biology (genomics or physiology), and mathematics education

STUDENT GROUPS

• Customize courses based on your interests and career plans

There are many you can join as a Math major, including Women in Mathematics (WiM), Actuary Club, and MN Quants. See cse.umn. edu/studentgroups.

• Peer tutors to help you in the Math Lab and Quiz Center, and SMART Learning Commons • $80,172 estimated starting salary of our graduates

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There are so many cool clubs to get involved in within ME, which leads to many technical experiences, job opportunities, and so many amazing friends!

—Lizzy (she/her)

MAJOR HIGHLIGHTS • $67,534 average starting salary of our graduates • Paid co-op program to gain work experience and earn $20-$26 an hour

ME.UMN.EDU

MECHANICAL ENGINEERING Study thermodynamics, heat transfer, controls, and machine design—plus specialized topics like bioengineering and particle technology. Learn how to impact society by solving grand challenges in the areas of energy transition, environment and sustainability, human health, next-generation manufacturing, and robotics and mobility.

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• 2 in 5 earn two degrees (bachelor’s and master’s) with our five-year integrated program

Quality engineer

• Hands-on activities in each year of the program— from small-scale robots to prototype designs for industrysponsored projects

STUDENT GROUPS

• Unique research

opportunities

we have a wind tunnel, a wind turbine, experts in 3D printing and solar energy, plus connections to the medical device industry

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Product development engineer

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Energy systems engineer

There are many you can join as an ME major, including Gopher Motorsports, Minnesota Electric Racing, and She is ME. See cse.umn.edu/studentgroups.

PHYSICS.UMN.EDU

PHYSICS Study subatomic particles. Build predictive mathematical models. Learn to connect reality and theory through substantive laboratory work. Explore the fundamental properties, law, and structure of all matter. Examine the relationships among space, time, matter, and energy. Gain the skills for job opportunities in engineering and applied physics, computer applications, secondary school teaching, or biomedical sciences, as well as graduate work.

MAJOR HIGHLIGHTS • 5 focus areas professional physics, engineering, biology, teaching, and computation • Award-winning Methods of Experimental Physics course in which you design your own experiment • $67,000 average starting salary of our graduates • Research & outreach opportunities to work on projects in the Minnesota Institute for Astrophysics (MIfA) and the William I. Fine Theoretical Physics Institute (FTPI)

CAREER EXAMPLES •

Researcher

•

Laser engineer

STUDENT GROUPS There are many you can join as a Physics major, including the Society of Physics Students and Science and Engineering Student Board (SESB).

See cse.umn.edu/ studentgroups.

•

Physicist

“

My favorite thing about majoring in physics is that it helps you phrase and answer meaningful questions about our planet and the universe.

Collaborating in efforts that answer these questions is rewarding.

—Brian (he/him)

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WHAT ARE MY CAREER OPPORTUNITIES? CSE graduates earn an average starting salary of $72,252. Our career counselors can help with résumés, cover letters, and interview preparation—as well as connect you with alumni and employers when you start looking for positions.

350+ companies recruit at CSE Career Fairs that occur in-person twice a year 150+ alumni serve as mentors 500+ students participate in CSE mentor programs each year

EMPLOYMENT BY REGION 3%

73%

95%

3%

11%

4% 2%

2% 2% Abroad

of graduates in 2020-21 reported having a job in their field or were enrolled in graduate/ professional school within six months of graduation.

75% industry 20% graduate school 5% other

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WHAT’S THE AVERAGE STARTING SALARY?* Aerospace Engineering and Mechanics. . . . . . . . . $68,432 Astrophysics. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$61,320 ** Biomedical Engineering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $66,883 Bioproducts and Biosystems Engineering. . . . . . . . $64,857 Chemical Engineering. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $70,223 Chemistry. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $59,028 Civil Engineering. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $62,630 Computer Engineering. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$82,001 Computer Science . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $83,581 Data Science . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $81,262 ** Earth Sciences . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $62,622 ** Electrical Engineering. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $74,635 Environmental Engineering. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $62,455 ** Environmental Geosciences. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $63,960 ** Geoengineering. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $60,203 ** Industrial and Systems Engineering . . . . . . . . . . . .$67,675 Materials Science and Engineering . . . . . . . . . . . . $67,564 Mathematics. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $80,172 Mechanical Engineering. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$67,534 Physics. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $63,600 ** * 2020-21 CSE graduating class ** National average; University of Minnesota cohort data unavailable As a CSE student, you will go on company tours to network with employers.

Here are a few companies that hire CSE graduates: • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •

3M* Abbott Accenture Amazon Andersen Corp.

Apple, Inc. Best Buy* Boeing Boston Scientific Cargill Danfoss Deloitte Ecolab* Emerson Epic Systems Corp.

ExxonMobil General Electric General Mills* Google Honeywell IBM Ingersoll Rand Intel Land O’Lakes* Lockheed Martin Medtronic, Inc.* Microsoft, Inc. Open Systems International Polaris* Schlumberger Seagate Technology Starkey Hearing Technologies Target Corp.* The Dow Chemical Company UnitedHealth Group* U.S. Bank* Collins Aerospace Xcel Energy*

* Fortune 500 in Minnesota

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YOU’RE INSPIRED. YOU’RE CURIOUS.

SO, WHAT’S NEXT?

Choose CSE. Here’s a checklist to help you take the next steps.

Confirm your enrollment—in person or online at z.umn.edu/YestoCSE. Pay your confirmation deposit to save your place in our next freshmen class.

Celebrate!

Submit the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid), even if you’re not sure you’re eligible.

Send in your final high school transcripts.

Send in your official test scores, if you chose to report ACT/SAT scores.

Buy maroon and gold! bookstore.umn.edu Snap a picture with Goldy (the statue) outside the student union.

Visit our campus neighborhoods Dinkytown

Select your residence hall. The U guarantees housing to all first-year students who complete the housing application by May 1.

Pick a meal plan.

Tell all your friends and family: I’m a #FutureGopher!

Sign up for freshman orientation.

Stadium Village Seven Corners/Riverside St. Paul Follow us on social media—so you always know what’s happening!

Pack your bags—and favorite pillow.

Attend Welcome Week.

Oh, and one last thing—watch this video We can tell you many great things about our college, but you really need to hear from real students. They will tell you why they chose us and why they call Minnesota home.

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FOUR SEASONS. The University of Minnesota is the perfect place for you to savor the seasons. We have tons of lakes, miles of bike trails, and dozens of outdoor festivals. In the winter, you can build a snowman, ski, hike—or just stay cozy in our Gopher Way tunnels and skyways.

MORE FUN.

This publication was produced by the College of Science and Engineering communications office, in cooperation with CSE Collegiate Life, Academic Advising, and Career Center. Photos by Rebecca Slater, Eric Miller, and Patrick O’Leary, with contributions from Richard G. Anderson, Augustus Isaac, Paul Udstrand, Brady Willette, Steve Woit, Sara Rubinstein, and Josh Kohanek.

“

Science needs the voices of everyone to thrive.

—James, chemistry (he/him) Former president of oSTEM: Out in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics

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WE ARE CSE. 12 20 5,602

427

Departments Undergraduate majors Undergraduates

1,453 First-year students 264 Transfer students 28.2% Women 25.3% Students of color 10% International students

90% 37%

#FutureGopher • @umncse

of first-year students live on campus of the U of M Marching Band is CSE students

Tenured and tenure-track faculty

undergrad classes are by faculty with a 90% oftaught Ph.D. in their field

525+

CSE Diversity and Inclusivity Alliance members, including students

In the last five years, faculty and students have generated

479 Patents 51 Startup companies

75,000+ 4,000

Alumni

companies founded worldwide

by CSE alumni

500,000+

people employed Fall 2021 data

Apply today. admissions.tc.umn.edu/visit