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Student Experience at UC Davis

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Welcome to the College of Engineering

The UC Davis College of Engineering connects people and technology to solve the world’s most pressing problems, design a better tomorrow and make a positive difference in the world.

Our highly ranked undergraduate and graduate programs prepare the next generation of engineers to be agile leaders empowered to better society and the planet. With 13 undergraduate majors and 11 graduate programs, our students impact a wide-ranging field of areas in energy, aerospace, transportation, computer science, medicine and more.

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Take a Virtual Tour

Can't make it to UC Davis in-person? The 360 virtual tour provides an opportunity to explore engineering spaces from the comfort of your home.

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Chat with an Engineering Ambassador

Can't make it to campus but want to hear directly from our undergraduate students about their experiences with classes, research, clubs/teams and more? Engineering Ambassadors also host virtual "Ask An Aggie Engineer" Q&A sessions.

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Visit Us

Visit UC Davis and tour the college with an Engineering Ambassador. Our ambassadors will showcase the college's cutting-edge centers and laboratories and talk about why they chose to study at UC Davis.

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Explore Our Departments

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Meet Aggie Engineers

Declan Kopper

A Layered Approach to New Paths in Solar Power

UC Davis Ph.D. student Declan Kopper is using high-temperature optical simulations to unlock materials for more efficient photovoltaic energy conversion. His research lights the way for thermophotovoltaic innovation.
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Controlling the (Casimir) Force

As researchers continue to shrink the size of mechanical devices, controlling the Casimir force has become the first priority. At UC Davis, Calum Shelden, a Ph.D. candidate in electrical and computer engineering, is beginning groundbreaking experimentation to test the theories.
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Composites: David Elgourt Marches to the Beat of His Own Drum

From helping manufacture computer parts in CNM2 to tapping and marching to Chappell Roan's "Pink Pony Club" as a member of the UC Davis Marching Band, third-year electrical and computer engineering major David Elgourt is hitting every beat.
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Computer Science Student Bohan Li Selected for 2025 M.S. Ghausi Medal

Bohan Li, who will graduate with dual degrees in computer science and applied physics this year, has received the College of Engineering's highest honor for a graduating senior. Li is honored for his efforts in theoretical research and his dedication to furthering STEM education.
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Sailing Across STEMSEAS

Computer science and engineering student Siena Marois wants to advance ocean conservation with next-level robotics. In pursuit of that goal, she recently participated in STEAMSEAS, an exclusive opportunity for undergraduates to gain practical knowledge during a six-day cruise on an offshore research vessel.
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Buzzing Toward the Future: UC Davis Team Rethinks Pollination with RoboBees

Five UC Davis students are among the finalists in the NASA-sponsored 2025 Gateways to Blue Skies Competition. Their project? RoboBees, a swarm of autonomous drones that mimics natural pollination to help modernize capabilities in agriculture.

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Getting Involved as an Aggie Engineer

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Clubs and Teams

Aggie Engineers are encouraged to get involved with engineering student organizations, clubs and teams. We have a plethora of student organizations to choose from.

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Student Startup Center

The Student Startup Center supports Aggie Engineers on their entrepreneurship journey and develop skills, knowledge, and ventures.

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E-SEARCH

E-SEARCH supports undergraduate Aggie Engineers who are considering graduate study or careers in engineering research by linking them with engineering graduate students who are conducting research projects.

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Next Level Strategic Vision

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Taking our college to the next level means amplifying our strengths to become outstanding leaders in the engineering challenges we address, the education we provide and the community we create.

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