Best Industrial Engineering Programs

On Campus | Scheduled Classes

Avg. Cost per Year
In State | $63,468
Out of State | $63,468

Credits to Graduate
128

Program Information
Degree Completion Program | No
Program Accreditation | Engineering Accreditation Commission

USC's bachelor's in industrial engineering integrates a composition/writing requirement into its curriculum consisting of general education and major coursework. The program covers topics like solving engineering problems via computer programming, engineering project management, and operations research.  

The degree culminates in a two-part senior design project. Applicants must respond to a short writing prompt and demonstrate completion of four years of math (preferably including calculus) and three years of physical sciences coursework. 

On Campus | Scheduled Classes

Avg. Cost per Year
In State | $10,258
Out of State | $31,370

Credits to Graduate
128

Program Information
Degree Completion Program | No
Program Accreditation | Engineering Accreditation Commission

Georgia Tech's bachelor's in industrial technology stresses foundational skills including statistics, probability, computing, and optimization. The curriculum combines traditional engineering principles in math and physics with business applications. 

Students can choose from seven concentrations including general engineering, supply chain engineering, and analytics and data science. Applicants must submit high school transcripts and optional standardized test scores through the Common App. First-year students may only apply for the summer or fall semester. 

On Campus | Scheduled Classes

Avg. Cost per Year
In State | $56,500
Out of State | $56,500

Credits to Graduate
137

Program Information
Degree Completion Program | No
Program Accreditation | Engineering Accreditation Commission

Northeastern's bachelor's in industrial engineering blends traditional and contemporary engineering theory and skills. The curriculum emphasizes experiential learning through a six-month cooperative education component. 

Students can select a minor area of study to personalize their degree. Northeastern also offers an accelerated master's degree for undergraduate engineering students through the PlusOne program. Applicants must submit high school transcripts and optional test scores through the Common App or Coalition App. 

On Campus | Scheduled Classes

Avg. Cost per Year
In State | $11,187
Out of State | $39,687

Credits to Graduate
180

Program Information
Degree Completion Program | No
Program Accreditation | Engineering Accreditation Commission

UW's bachelor's in industrial engineering emphasizes systems integration and the optimization of manufacturing and service systems. The curriculum explores topics like operations research, human factors and human interface technology, and quality and reliability engineering, culminating in a comprehensive senior design experience.

Applicants must complete at least 60 credits, including math, physics, chemistry, and English composition prerequisites. Students may only apply for admission in the fall semester. Applicants need a minimum 2.0 GPA in individual courses and a minimum 2.5 cumulative GPA for admission consideration. 

On Campus | Scheduled Classes

Avg. Cost per Year
In State | $58,970
Out of State | $58,970

Credits to Graduate
130

Program Information
Degree Completion Program | No
Program Accreditation | Engineering Accreditation Commission

Lehigh's bachelor's in industrial engineering emphasizes traditional principles including operations research, probability and statistics, and work methods and measurement. Students can customize the program by choosing a thesis option or a technical minor in engineering leadership or manufacturing systems engineering.

Students must choose a specialized course in modern manufacturing methods, computer algorithm design, or both during their junior year. The program culminates in a senior project. 

Lehigh accepts admission materials, including high school transcripts and optional SAT or ACT test scores through the Common App or Coalition App.

On Campus | Scheduled Classes

Avg. Cost per Credit
In State | $498
Out of State | $1,691

Credits to Graduate
120-122

Program Information
Degree Completion Program | No
Program Accreditation | Engineering Accreditation Commission

UW's bachelor's in industrial engineering offers a choice of four focus areas: engineering analytics and operations research, healthcare systems engineering, human factors and ergonomics, or manufacturing and supply chain management. The program culminates in an industrial engineering design project. 

Applicants must declare a major in engineering to apply to the bachelor's program. UW accepts application materials, including high school transcripts and optional SAT or ACT scores, through the Common App or UW's application portal. Students may apply during the fall or spring semester.

On Campus | Scheduled Classes

Avg. Cost per Credit
In State | $380
Out of State | $1,286

Credits to Graduate
127

Program Information
Degree Completion Program | No
Program Accreditation | Engineering Accreditation Commission

NC State offers a highly customizable bachelor's in industrial engineering through a variety of technical electives and focus areas. The core curriculum covers requirements like engineering in the 21st century, intro to engineering problem-solving, and physics for engineers. Students may also choose to minor in supply chain engineering.   

Students must apply through the Common App or Coalition App online. Required application materials include high school transcripts and short-answer questions to a writing prompt. NC State maintains a test-optional admission policy regarding SAT and ACT scores.

On Campus | Scheduled Classes

Avg. Cost per Year
In State | $55,440
Out of State | $55,440

Credits to Graduate
129-143

Program Information
Degree Completion Program | No
Program Accreditation | Engineering Accreditation Commission

UM's bachelor's in industrial engineering incorporates a socio-ethical component through arts and humanities coursework. The curriculum explores core skills, including engineering project management, computer-aided manufacturing, and inventory and supply chain management. The program culminates in a senior design project.

First-year admission requirements include high school transcripts, a supplemental essay, and a personal statement, all submitted online through the Common App. Students may opt to submit SAT or ACT scores for admission consideration. UM also offers a five-year dual-degree program resulting in both a BS and MS in industrial engineering.

On Campus | Scheduled Classes

Avg. Cost per Semester
In State | $2,571
Out of State | $6,937

Credits to Graduate
113

Program Information
Degree Completion Program | No
Program Accreditation | Engineering Accreditation Commission

USF's bachelor's in industrial engineering imparts field-specific problem-solving, complex communication, and collaboration skills. The program includes an optional yet strongly recommended summer internship opportunity. Students complete a year-long senior design project to conclude the degree.  

Preferred applicants must declare a major in industrial engineering and earn a minimum "C" grade and a 3.0 GPA in prerequisite calculus, calculus-based physics, and chemistry coursework. General undergraduate admission requirements include high school transcripts, a minimum 2.5 GPA, and SAT or ACT scores.

On Campus | Scheduled Classes

Avg. Cost per Year
In State | $11,022
Out of State | $30,942

Credits to Graduate
190

Program Information
Degree Completion Program | No
Program Accreditation | Engineering Accreditation Commission

Cal Poly's bachelor's in industrial engineering combines major courses and diverse technical electives in topics like basic electronics manufacturing, human factors engineering, and facilities planning and design. The program culminates in a three-part senior design project. 

Cal Poly accepts student-reported information about high school and college-prep course completion and only requests official transcripts in some cases. Applicants must also declare a major and submit any extracurricular experience for admission consideration.