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Who we are
We are dreamers, thinkers, makers, and doers
Since 1903, our academic legacy has seamlessly blended real-world experience with a passion for deeper understanding. Rooted in business acumen, a strong work ethic, and boundless curiosity, we've forged a path of excellence that inspires innovation.
Here, scholars, industry-seasoned professors, and relentless students unite with respect and shared purpose. Together, we channel our resilience, break through limitations, and transform the impossible into reality—preparing you not just for change, but to lead it.
MSOE University Rankings Overview
- National and Regional Recognition
- Academic Excellence
- Value and ROI
- Placement Success
- Ranked #2 by U.S. News and World Report - USA Regional Universities
- 6th Most Innovative University in the Midwest, USA
- Ranked #7 Best Computer Engineering Program in the U.S.
- Ranked #5 Best Electrical Engineering Program in the U.S.
- Ranked #11 Best Mechanical Engineering Program in the U.S.
- Ranked #10 in Undergrad Engineering Programs in the U.
- Ranked #12 by The Wall Street Journal as a “Best U.S. University for High Salaries” (top 3%)
- 16th Best Bang for the Buck among Master’s Universities in 2024 by Washington Monthly
- Featured in Money Magazine’s ‘Best Universities in America’ list, ranked by value for 2024
- PayScale Inc. recognizes us for the highest ROI of any university, as one of the best in the Midwest, U.S.A for 2024
- MSOE has set a new benchmark as 99% of its graduates secure employment with the highest starting salaries nationwide, setting the gold standard for graduate earnings.
- Ranked #1 for Best University Locations in Wisconsin, USA
- Ranked #2 for Best Value University
- Ranked #2 for Best University for Computer Science by Niche.
Shape Tomorrow at MSOE
Shaping Tomorrow's Technologies Today
Shaping Tomorrow's Technologies Today
Since 1903, our academic legacy has seamlessly blended real-world experience with a passion for deeper understanding. Rooted in business acumen, a strong work ethic, and boundless curiosity, we've forged a path of excellence that inspires innovation.
Why MSOE?
Why MSOE?
Unleash your potential with MSOE’s transformative education and future-focused opportunities.
Invest in Your Future at MSOE
Invest in Your Future at MSOE
One of the most meaningful investments you’ll ever make is in your education—and at MSOE, you’ll
see the return from day one.
Step directly into your major without waiting, backed by a four-year graduation guarantee and
immersed in the dynamic energy of Wisconsin’s thriving tech hub.
Here, application-driven, hands-on learning comes standard, and innovation fuels every moment. Now
more than ever, MSOE is a S.M.A.R.T. choice:
A campus where bold ideas spark, boundaries crumble, and tomorrow’s possibilities are chased,
caught, and realized.
Learn more about the students, faculty and leadership who make MSOE so special.
A hub of innovation
A hub of innovation
This isn’t just another American university—it’s a place where boundless curiosity is woven into
our very DNA.
Where every challenge becomes an opportunity and every idea can reshape the world. Here, students
and professors unite to spark innovation and create meaningful impact that transcends Milwaukee,
rippling far beyond the shores of Lake Michigan.
At MSOE, we don’t just foster dreams—we bring them fiercely to life.
Unlock Your Potential with MSOE Scholarships
Empowering exceptional students worldwide with millions of dollars in scholarships, including a prestigious full-ride for India's #1 top student.
MSOE Mindset
- Graduates
- Entrepreneurial
Leaders of Character
MSOE graduates lead with integrity, empathy, and accountability, making decisions that positively impact their organizations and communities.
Responsible Professionals
They uphold high standards, continuously learn, and make informed decisions, thriving in dynamic environments with a commitment to excellence.
Value Creators
MSOE graduates create value by identifying opportunities for innovation and solving complex problems that drive positive change in their fields.
Curiosity
DEMONSTRATE constant curiosity about our changing world EXPLORE a contrarian view of accepted solutions
Connections
INTEGRATE information from many sources to gain insight ASSESS and MANAGE risk
Creating Value
IDENTIFY unexpected opportunities to create extraordinary value PERSIST through—and learn from—failure
Building Leaders with World-Class Resources
With over 40 advanced labs and research centers, MSOE empowers students through industry partnerships and cutting-edge facilities like the Science Building and Fred Loock Engineering Center.
NVIDIA's Hall, Research Centre, Advanced AI Labs, Super Computer “Rosie”
Harley-Davidson Design Laboratory
Alvin and Marion Birnschein Laboratoryt
Johnson Controls Building Environmental Systems Laboratory
Applied Technology Center
Construction Science and Engineering Center
Electrical Engineering and Computer Science Department
Fluid Power Institute
Gov. Warren P. Knowles Laboratories
Lee Georgeson Design Laboratory
High Impact Materials and Structures Center
Mechanical Engineering Department
Photonics and Applied Optics Center
Physics and Chemistry Department
Academics
MSOE stands out as a premier institution, home to world-leading programs in computer science, engineering, and health.
- Computer Science
- Business
- Engineering
- Mathematics
- Health
Under Graduate (UG) Degrees
Computer Science (CS): Machine Learning and Applied AI | User Experience
Graduate (PG) Degrees
M.S. in Machine Learning includes Advanced AI
Under Graduate (UG) Degrees
Accounting | Finance | Management | Marketing | Operations and Systems Management | Technical and Business Management
Graduate (PG) Degrees
M.S. in Engineering Management (The Engineer’s MBA) | Master of Business Administration | MBA in Education Leadership
Under Graduate (UG) Degrees
Computer Engineering | Software Engineering | Biomedical Engineering | Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering | Electrical Engineering | Architectural Engineering | Industrial Engineering | Mechanical Engineering
Graduate (PG) Degrees
M.S. in Engineering, M.S. in Architectural Engineering, M.S. in Civil Engineering
Under Graduate (UG) Degrees
Actuarial Science
Under Graduate (UG) Degrees
Nursing - Accelerated Track | Nursing - Traditional Track
Graduate (PG) Degrees
M.S. in Perfusion | M.S. in Nursing | M.S. in Health Informatics (In Progress) | Master of Public Health (In Progress) | M.S. in Health Informatics/Master of Public Health Dual (In Progress)
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