The University of San Diego's Shiley-Marcos School of Engineering does more than develop world-class engineers and computer scientists in a nationally recognized program. We help these bright minds develop into Changemakers with the global perspective, social awareness and leadership skills to make a difference in the world.
Imagine
Engineering for change
To be effective inventors and practitioners, engineers must stay attuned to the needs of the community and look at problems through the eyes of all stakeholders. At USD, every engineering student earns a dual BS/BA degree. Not only will you be equipped with the critical thinking, writing and communication skills to excel, but you'll have the technical skills and global perspective to co-create just and ecologically sustainable solutions.
Innovate
Creating unique value
USD is reinventing the traditional engineering education model by creating interdisciplinary programs that harness and nurture students' innovative spirit to help solve tomorrow’s technology challenges. We continue to expand our programs beyond the classroom — fostering collaboration between departments, across campus and into the community to advance opportunities that create value and benefit society.
Inspire
Making a global impact
USD's Shiley-Marcos School of Engineering strives to help students graduate with a well-rounded perspective as compassionate global citizens and ethical leaders. We offer many opportunities to get involved in community outreach initiatives to develop educational and professional experiences that embrace social justice, humanitarian engineering, sustainability and economic development.
Our roots
USD's engineering program was founded in 1987 and was established as a school in 2013 by Darlene Marcos Shiley, whose extraordinary vision and inspiration resonates in our hallways, our communities and our hearts. Through the years, engineering at USD has grown into a bustling program. We offer five undergraduate programs and five professional master's degree programs and rank #14 in the nation among non-doctoral-granting undergraduate engineering programs by U.S. News & World Report.
Mission
Our mission is to provide engineering students with a holistic education so they are prepared to take on society's challenges and opportunities in socially, ethically and professionally responsible ways.
Vision
Our vision is to deliver a high-quality student-centered engineering education that provides distinctive, authentic and supportive experiences that inspire students to make a positive difference.
Values
Our core values that are critical to the success of our mission and vision are: academic excellence, caring, collaboration, curiosity, empathy, innovation, diversity and global awareness.
Ready to explore USD's Shiley-Marcos School of Engineering?
There are many forces behind our growth: our academic reputation, accreditation, dual BS/BA degrees, small class sizes and personal attention all add up to powerhouse graduates.