Ohio State University College of Engineering
The Ohio State University College of Engineering, including the Knowlton School of Architecture, strives to foster a learning culture that prepares students to be key contributors to society through their technological, professional and personal skills. More than 400 faculty and nearly 10,000 students thrive in an environment of new ideas and concepts that expand the understanding of science, engineering and architecture.
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| Type | State University College of Engineering |
|---|---|
| Established | 1895 |
| Dean | David B. Williams |
Academic staff | 413 engineering and architecture faculty members 13 National Academy of Engineering members [1] |
| Students | 9,743 (College of Engineering) 735 (Knowlton School of Architecture) |
| Undergraduates | 7,931 (College of Engineering) 568 (Knowlton School of Architecture)[1] |
| Postgraduates | 1,812 (College of Engineering) 167 (Knowlton School of Architecture)[1] |
| Address | 2070 Neil Avenue , , , 40°00′14″N 83°00′54″W |
| Colors | Scarlet and Gray |
| Website | Official Site |
Academics
Engineering and architecture students can choose from academic programs in these departments:[2]
- Biomedical Engineering
- Center for Aviation Studies
- Chemical and Bio-molecular Engineering
- Civil, Environmental and Geodetic Engineering
- Computer Science and Engineering
- Electrical and Computer Engineering
- Engineering Education
- Food, Agricultural and Biological Engineering
- Integrated Systems Engineering
- Knowlton School of Architecture
- Materials Science and Engineering
- Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering
In 2019, Ohio State’s six-year graduation rate was 85.8%, up from 79.7% in 2011, and well above the national graduation rate of 60%.[3]
Engineering and architecture degrees awarded (2018-2019):
- bachelor’s: 1,839
- master’s: 538
- doctorate: 172
The ACT composite mid-50% for incoming engineering students (2019) was 29-33.
Research
The College of Engineering is creating new discoveries across a broad range of applications and scientific disciplines. In fiscal year 2019, this research was supported by nearly $145 million in externally sponsored research expenditures. Industry R&D expenditures for the College of Engineering in fiscal year 2019 totaled over $49 million. Ohio State was named one of the most innovative universities in the nation (U.S. News & World Report) and in the world (Reuters).
More than 40 research centers and laboratories provide students with access to state-of-the-art facilities for research and teaching.[3]
Faculty
- 413 engineering and architecture faculty members
- 14 National Academy of Engineering members[4]
Student organizations and activities
Undergraduate enrollment quality has increased substantially while simultaneously growing in size and diversity. The number of undergraduate engineers and architects has grown steadily, from approximately 5,000 in 2006 to 8,499 in 2019. Engineering undergraduate student enrollment is 7.6% underrepresented minority, 23.1% female and 7.4% international. Knowlton School of Architecture undergraduate student enrollment is 15.5% underrepresented minority, 47.2% female and 9.7% international.[4]
Alumni
Worldwide there are 58,761 known, living engineering alumni and 8,531 known, living architecture alumni.[3]
Notes or references
- "Statistical Summary (2017)". engineering.osu.edu. College Of Engineering at Ohio State University. Retrieved 26 January 2021.
- "Departments - UOE- OSU".
- "Ohio State College of Engineering web site". January 26, 2021.
- "About the College". COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING web site. Retrieved 2021-01-26.