San Diego Engineering Schools & Programs Touting its rapid success and growing popularity, the largest engineering school in the University of California system resides at the San Diego's Irwin and Joan Jacobs School of Engineering. Faculty members are prolific researchers, and the college offers undergraduate, masters and doctorate degrees. More than 150 companies have signed onto the Corporate Affiliates Program. Another option is San Diego State University which has six departments, including aerospace, computer and mechanical engineering. Active student organizations and a peer mentoring program are among the main draws. Dual programs spanning nine semesters are offered at the University of San Diego including a dual B.S./B.A. in electrical engineering, as well as bachelors in industrial and systems engineering and mechanical engineering.

Engineering Schools, Programs & Courses in San Diego
Subjects listed are highlights of programs and/or courses offered.  
  • University of Phoenix
    Software Engineering
  • DeVry University
    Biomedical Engineering Technology, Computer Engineering Technology, Electronics Engineering Technology

  • Harrington College of Design Brown College Argosy University American Intercontinental University Kaplan University Le Cordon Bleu Schools International Academy of Design & Technology Argosy University Audubon Expedition Institute Brooks Institute of Photography Brooks Institute of Photography The Art Institutes The Art Institutes Sanford Brown Institute Harrington College of Design University of Phoenix Brooks Institute of Photography Brooks Institute of Photography Argosy University DeVry University Vet Tech Institute The Art Institutes The Art Institute Online

    Why San Diego is a Great Place to Study Engineering
    Students interested in engineering will find in San Diego one of the nation's elite schools, several Fortune 500 companies and a promising job outlook. The area is home to six Fortune 500 companies.

    Other Resources for Engineering Education and Careers in San Diego
  • Regional chapter of Society of Women Engineers
  • Pacific SouthWest chapter of the American Society for Engineering Education
  • National Academy of Engineering
  • The California Society of Professional Engineers
  • The Sloan Career Cornerstone Center
  • Engineering - Employers in San Diego
  • Sempra Energy
  • Science Applications International
  • Qualcomm
  • L-3 Titan Group
  • Petco Animal Supplies

  • Engineering - Internship Opportunities in San Diego
  • UCSD Internships
  • General Atomics
  • Pacific Science and Engineering Group, Inc.
  • San Diego Regional Energy Office
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