Fowler School of Engineering
BS in Computer Engineering
»BS in Computer Engineering
Devices — from the phone in your pocket to the most powerful supercomputers — are
critical. They're vital to how we work, learn, play and live. That’s why understanding
the technology behind them and envisioning where that technology will go in the future
is important.
Chapman’s Computer Engineering program gives you the tools you need to become an innovator in new and emerging technology.
Along the way, you’ll gain in-depth insight into computer architecture, hardware and software design, programming, networks, systems, electronics and much more.
In this program, you will:
- Design hardware and software for any purpose imaginable.
- Build the future of tech by melding new and emerging technologies with the tools, devices and appliances people use every day.
- Develop the next generation of tech as a hardware or software engineer.
By the time you graduate, you'll be prepared to:
- Create the next generation of high-performance computers and computer networking.
- Develop guidance and navigation systems for satellites.
- Engineer autonomous vehicles and overhaul the landscape of transport and travel.
- Build medical devices that interact seamlessly with internal organs.
Day in the life of a computer engineering student
Learn more about classes, facilities, clubs and more in this video from a Computer Engineering student.
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Computer Engineering careers
Computer Engineering graduates can go into roles like:
- Embedded systems engineer.
- Real-time software engineer.
- Application-specific integrated circuit (ASIC) designer.
- Field-programmable gate array (FPGA) designer.
- Hardware test engineer.
- Systems integration specialist.
- Communications system engineer.
- Computer systems engineer.
Or you can go on to one of Chapman's integrated bachelor's + master's programs. These programs let you earn a master's degree with just one year of additional coursework on top of your bachelor's. Good options for Computer Engineering students include:
Career services on campus
Our Engineering Career Center is your gateway to opportunites in engineering. We're here to help you build your resume, find internships, apply to engineering jobs and much more.
See our Career Services page for all the details and to get started.
Engineering facilities
The Swenson Family Hall of Engineering is our state-of-the-science home for engineering at Chapman. At Swenson Hall, you will have access to engineering facilities designed for:
- Creating with tools and technologies that meet or exceed industry standards.
- Collaborating with your fellow engineers and scientists.
- Innovating through meaningful, hands-on research.
- Bringing your engineering ideas to life in workshops and labs with the latest equipment.
Take a tour of campus
Check out all of our engineering facilities for yourself on this interactive, 360° tour. You'll start your tour in the Swenson Family Hall of Engineering and be able to explore the entire Chapman campus.
Engineering scholarships
We’re dedicated to making science and engineering accessible to everyone. That’s why all our Computer Engineering applicants are eligible for engineering scholarships ranging from $3,000 to 100% of tuition and fees.
The scholarships we offer include:
- Merit-based scholarships for exemplary academic performance.
- Need-based scholarships for students with financial need.
- Human-centered scholarships for students from groups traditionally underrepresented in STEM.
These engineering-specific scholarships are in addition to any general financial aid you receive as a Chapman student.
Engineering research and opportunities
Computer engineering has been around for a long time, but it’s still a relatively young field. New findings and discoveries are being made every day.
At Chapman, you'll be able to be a part of it, with plenty of opportunities to get involved in research and computer engineering projects. This includes:
- Pursuing academic research alongside professors.
- Tackling real-world engineering problems with your peers.
- Participating in the Grand Challanges Initiative, a two-year research project embedded in your curriculum.
- Earning funding and awards for practical engineering projects.
- Studying abroad.
- And more.
Student-led engineering clubs and organizations
In college, clubs and organizations help you make friends and connections, gain experience and prepare for your career. At Chapman, our student-led engineering clubs and organizations give you opportunities to:
- Explore your interests and passions in engineering, or find new ones.
- Build professional skills such as teamwork and leadership.
- Make friends and colleagues you'll work with throughout college and beyond.
Study abroad and away
Studying abroad is a great way to expand your horizons and experience what life is like in other countries. For Computer Engineering students, it's also a good way to complete general education classes, finishing those requirements before moving on to your major classes here at Chapman.
We support all students who want to take their education abroad in one of our study abroad programs. Our programs are designed to:
- Be affordable.
- Keep you on track to graduate.
- Help you grow personally and professionally.
Dedicated engineering advisors
As a Computer Engineering student at Chapman, you will have a team of advisors here to help you. Your academic advisor can help you plan your classes, learn about opportunities on campus and stay on track to graduate.
You will also have a study abroad advisor, access to our career services and more.
Next steps
Interested in connecting with Chapman? Take one of the next steps below to get started:
- If you are planning on transferring into Computer Engineering, you'll want to check out the transfer prerequisites.
- We are always available for tours and information sessions. We have in-person and virtual options available.
- Learn how to apply to Chapman.
