Overview
The UC San Diego Jacobs School of Engineering is one of the nation’s top engineering schools, ranked No. 9 overall and No. 6 among public engineering schools. It includes six departments, 278 faculty, and 10,240 students, making it the largest engineering school in California. The school emphasizes excellence in research, education, industry collaboration, and technology transfer. Known for interdisciplinary, entrepreneurial work, Jacobs School researchers and students tackle complex challenges across emerging industries, from AI and medicine to sustainability and advanced technology. Its undergraduate, master’s, and PhD programs help prepare graduates to lead the future innovation economy.
Hannah Fishman, NanoEngineering Major
“Through my studies at UCSD, I have found lifelong friends and a passion for engineering healthcare solutions. The university's status as an R1 school and location were big influences on my experience here.”
Fourth Manaanuntakul, Chemical Engineering Major
“Studying Chemical Engineering at UC San Diego is like the Navier–Stokes equation. At first, it feels overwhelming and complex, like you’ve been thrown into something you don’t fully understand. But over time, as you learn and build your fundamentals, it starts to make sense and reveal its structure. Chemical engineering can feel intense and fast-paced in the beginning, but the curriculum at UC San Diego is designed to help you build your fundamentals step by step until everything comes together into a more complete understanding.”
Jacobs School of Engineering Majors
Below is a list of the undergraduate majors offered by this school. Click any link to learn more about a major. Explore experiential-learning opportunities such as research, study abroad, internships, and student organizations. Review post-graduation outcomes (when applicable) based on student survey data. For most majors you will find information recent employers, typical job types, skills gained and graduate-program options. Much of the information you will see is tailored to the specific major.