College of Engineering UC Davis

Why UC Davis Engineering?

Fast Facts

  • Founded in 1962
  • 3,100 Undergraduate Students
  • 1,100 Graduate Students
  • 17,000+ Alumni
  • 8 Academic Departments
  • 15 Undergraduate Majors
  • 10 Graduate Programs
  • Most ABET-accredited Majors (12) in UC System
  • 208 Faculty
  • Research Funding - More than $60 Million in 2006
  • Fast Facts Brochure (PDF requires the free Adobe Reader)

Alumni ProfileChao Gui

Making a Difference
A Profile of Kristin Bernick

Kristin Bernick (B.S., Biomedical Engineering '06) was able to get life-changing research experience as an undergraduate in the College of Engineering.

Alumni ProfileChao Gui

A Brave New Computer World
A Profile of Chao Gui

Chao Gui (Ph.D. Computer Science '07) predicts computers will someday become a seamless part of our analog life.

The College of Engineering integrates teaching, research and service to society to advance the leading edge of engineering knowledge and train the next generation of engineers who will build the future.

Become a UC Davis engineer - make a difference in your life and in your world.

About the College of Engineering

The UC Davis College of Engineering is committed to the idea that great teaching, innovative research and dedicated public service will make life better for everyone.

Dean's Welcome

Dean Enrique Lavernia presents a brief overview of the College.

Download: Dean's Welcome and Overview Movie

Download: Dean's Welcome and Overview Movie (requires the free QuickTime Player)

Undergraduate Studies

All you need to know about the College of Engineering undergraduate majors and programs. Undergraduate Fact Sheet (PDF requires the free Adobe Reader)

Prospective undergraduate engineering students do not apply to the College of Engineering, but to the University of California. In fact, one application allows students to apply to UC Davis and all the other UC campuses.

To apply, learn more about scholarships and find other important information to help prepare for your future at UC Davis:

Apply for Undergraduate Admission Online

Graduate Studies

All you need to know about the College of Engineering graduate programs. Graduate Fact Sheet (PDF requires the free Adobe Reader)

To apply and learn more about UC Davis graduate studies:

Apply for Graduate Admission Online

Gearing Up for Learning, Discovery and Engagement

Download: Gearing Up Movie (requires the free QuickTime Player

Tonya Kuhl, associate professor of chemical engineering and materials science, speaks about graduate studies and research in engineering.

Download: Gearing Up Movie (requires the free QuickTime Player.)