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    Top Engineering Schools In The USA

    by Akshay Patni

     

     

    It is good that you have decided to do your dream engineering course abroad. With this decision, you will have a wide range of options in front of you. You will have many countries on the list of prospective nations, where you can do your engineering course.

    How about the United States?

    When you think about the United States, there are more than 300 universities in this country alone for engineering. These many schools have the approval of the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology in the US. Shortly called as ABET, this board is responsible for ensuring standard competence among engineering colleges across the country.

    Factors to consider in selecting a university:

    There are different elements that you will have to think when it comes to choosing a college in the United States for your engineering course. Yes, as you know the reputation of the institution is an important consideration. If you are yet to decide the branch of engineering, you should choose a college that offers different choices. But, you should never forget to evaluate the factors like the size of the university, the culture, the climate of the area and other unique features of different colleges. When you address these factors, you are sure to arrive at the best institution.

    Why choose the United States for Engineering?

    The United States offers international students with a wide range of opportunities. Initially, you will get the opportunity to receive a degree from one of the top universities in the world. Further, you can get the education from devoted engineering educators with the best technology and infrastructure in place. Also, thousands of students from international destinations choose the United States for their engineering course. It means that you will get good companions for sure.

    From the best engineering schools in the United States, you can develop not just personal relationships, but also professional associations. In addition to providing the best prospects for your education, the United States will also offer the golden opportunity for your future as well.

    Top engineering colleges in the United States:

    The US News ranks the top engineering institutions in the United States. According to this ranking, here is the list of top UG Engineering schools in the United States for different branches of engineering:

    Top 3 engineering colleges in the US, where a doctorate is the highest degree:

    1. Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Cambridge, MA
    2. Stanford University, Stanford, CA
    3. University of California – Berkeley, CA

    Top 3 engineering colleges in the US, where a doctorate is not offered:

    1. Harvey Mudd College, Claremont, CA
    2. Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology, Terre Haute, IN
    3. Franklin W. Olin College of Engineering, Needham, MA

    Ranking by engineering branches:

    Aerospace/Aeronautical/Astronautical:

    1. Massachusetts Institute of Technology
    2. Georgia Institute of Technology
    3. University of Michigan – Ann Arbor

    Biological/Agricultural:

    1. Iowa State University
    2. Purdue University – West Lafayette
    3. Texas A&M University – College Station

    Biomedical:

    1. Georgia Institute of Technology
    2. Johns Hopkins University
    3. Massachusetts Institute of Technology

    Chemical:

    1. Massachusetts Institute of Technology
    2. University of California – Berkeley
    3. Georgia Institute of Technology

    Civil:

    1. University of California – Berkeley
    2. Georgia Institute of Technology
    3. University of Illinois – Urbana-Champaign

    Computer:

    1. Massachusetts Institute of Technology
    2. University of California – Berkeley
    3. Stanford University

    Electrical / Electronic / Communications:

    1. Massachusetts Institute of Technology
    2. Stanford University
    3. University of California – Berkeley

    Environmental / Environmental Health:

    1. University of California – Berkeley
    2. Georgia Institute of Technology
    3. Stanford University

    Industrial / Manufacturing:

    1. Georgia Institute of Technology
    2. University of Michigan – Ann Arbor
    3. University of California – Berkeley

    Materials:

    1. Massachusetts Institute of Technology
    2. University of California – Berkeley
    3. University of Illinois – Urbana-Champaign

    Mechanical:

    1. Massachusetts Institute of Technology
    2. Stanford University
    3. Georgia Institute of Technology

    Petroleum:

    1. Texas A&M University – College Station
    2. University of Texas – Austin
    3. University of Oklahoma

    So, you can choose one of these universities based on the branch to which you plan to apply.

     

     

     

     

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