Shiley-Marcos School of Engineering

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Shiley-Marcos School of Engineering

Engineering a World of Difference.

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Imagine. Innovate. Inspire.

Get a dynamic, technical education that innovates at every turn and examines every problem-solving angle. You'll graduate with the power to make a world of a difference — in your life, in your community and around the globe.

#14

Best Undergraduate Non-Doctoral Engineering Program

U.S. News & World Report

$83k

Average Starting Salary for Undergraduates

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#12

Best Quality of Life

The Princeton Review

Degrees and Programs

Instituting bold change to impact the future of engineering and computer science.

Why Choose USD's Shiley-Marcos School of Engineering

Not your average engineer

The Shiley-Marcos School of Engineering offers small class sizes, real-world experience and personal attention from dedicated faculty and advisors — all in a holistic, technically challenging learning environment. Our Changemaking Engineers are given an innovative framework to develop sociotechnical, leadership and professional skills, empowering them to make a lasting global impact. Torero culture is vibrant, active, inclusive and bursting with opportunity.

Student Spotlights

Hear from our toreros

Jenna Therese Tumlos '26 (CS)

FUSO, POI, ACM and SASE Member

“Since the beginning of my time at USD, I have felt so much support from the community I found on campus. Being part of multicultural orgs like the Filipino Ugnayan Student Association (FUSO) and People of the Islands Club (POI) has cultivated cherished friendships of mine and always feels like a home away from home. Opportunities like summer research and participating in the Association for Computing Machinery (ACM) and Society of Asian Scientists and Engineers (SASE) has helped me strengthen my professional skills and connect with inspiring individuals. Through it all, I've found a passionate community that continues to shape my college experience in meaningful ways.”

Maximo Babun '27 (CS)

"USD has helped me grow in every dimension of my academic and personal journey, easing my transition from Mexico into the USA with its supportive professors and community. Through lab assisting, tutoring and collaborative projects, I've been able to give back to the community. Being a part of campus groups, such as the Society of Hispanic Engineers (SHPE) and Theta Tau, have deepened my sense of belonging, inspiring me to not only grow but also lead others along the way."

Julia Marie Greely '26 (IntE)

Brotherhood/Alumni Chair, Theta Tau, Biomedical Outreach Chair, SIE

"Integrated Engineering at USD stands out for its hands-on, interdisciplinary approach and incredibly supportive faculty. So much of our learning is project-based, making it exciting to apply concepts across mechanical, electrical and biomedical engineering while researching embedded systems. The program fosters collaboration and diverse perspectives, allowing me to bring my full identity into engineering. This community has given me a true sense of belonging and constantly challenges me to think critically about the technical, social and ethical impacts of my work."

Kevin Christensen '27 (EE)

U.S. Marine Corps & SAE Member

"USD is a small school with incredible faculty. At a large public university, I would ask my questions to a TA; but here I get to ask Dr. Maren Mossman directly about her research with NASA. I can ask Dr. Kathleen Kramer for advice about my resume based on her experience as the global President of the IEEE. They know my name and care about my education because I am 1 of 20 students, not 1 of 200."

Nygil Lowery '27 (CS, Mathematics & Physics Minor)

U.S. Navy

"As a transfer student, I wanted to start strong academically, so I frequently utilized campus resources like the Math Learning Center (MLC) and the Linux Lab. I was intentional about building relationships with faculty and quickly became involved with the National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE). Student Support Services (SSS) became a beacon of guidance and resources, helping me navigate my academic journey with confidence."

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