Denver is one of the United States’ most important centers for technical innovation, and the University of Denver is a gateway for those interested in entering this field. Denver University’s Ritchie School of Engineering and Computer Science is a diverse learning and teaching community dedicated to finding creative solutions for the world’s challenges.
All engineering bachelor's degrees offered at the School are accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET, a non-governmental, nonprofit organization that accredits academic programs in engineering, engineering technology, applied science, and computing. ABET accredits more than 3,100 programs at over 670 universities and colleges in 24 countries. It provides programmatic and specialized accreditation, evaluating individual programs rather than the institution as a whole.
Moreover, DU’s Ritchie School of Engineering and Computer Science offers dual degree programs in partnership with the Daniels College of Business, which the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business accredits. This accreditation is the longest-standing form of professional and specialized accreditation a business institution and its programs can earn. Additionally, Ritchie School students have access to support and guidance throughout their academic journey, such as faculty advisors and graduate teaching assistants, who may provide at least 30 hours of tutoring every week.
The School has a total of eight undergraduate programs for DU’s students. Those are a bachelor of arts in applied computing; a bachelor of science in electrical engineering with a concentration in mechatronic systems engineering; a BS in computer engineering program; a BS in computer science; a BS in electrical engineering; BA in game development; a BS in game development; and a BS in mechanical engineering.
The University of Denver features 11 master of science options and six postdoctoral programs for graduate programs. The masters of science options include bioengineering, computer engineering, computer science, cybersecurity, data science, electrical engineering, engineering, materials science, mechanical engineering, mechatronic systems engineering, and data science online. For example, the master of data science program online is led by a faculty of top researchers dedicated to providing students with the tools they need to join the next generation of data scientists while learning from home.
Ritchie School students can also pursue a Ph.D. in computer science, electrical and computer engineering, materials science engineering, mechanical engineering, and mechatronic systems engineering. The Ritchie School of Engineering and Computer Science building is a new, state-of-the-art, $62.5 million facility design that houses classrooms, laboratories, faculty offices, and the Innovation Floor and Maker Space. Known as the Innovation Labs, the Innovation Floor and Maker Space is a set of project-based, interdisciplinary, experiential learning laboratories dedicated to encouraging students to innovate alongside local businesses to apply the theories they learn in the classroom.
The Labs result from DU’s $80 million interdisciplinary approaches to science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. They are equipped with a maker space, an incubator, a wood lab, and an event space open to DU students, faculty, and staff. Some technologies undergraduate and graduate students can experiment with at the Labs are 3D printing and laser engraving. For instance, those who join the high-end and quality 3D printing service, a micro-factory operated by student consultants, learn about project management through freelancing and contracting work. Students who participate in this program and complete a year-long course can also earn a 3D printer.
