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Bachelor of Computer Engineering at The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley

The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley

United States of America, Aberdeen

The Computer Engineering is a Bachelor degree offered by The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley at its main campus in Aberdeen, United States of America. The program is delivered on campus as a Full Time course in English and requires approximately 4 years to complete. Students study at the university's main campus while gaining the knowledge and practical experience expected for this area of study. The next intake is available from August 28, 2026.

About Bachelor of Computer Engineering

Program Overview

The Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering provides a broad education in computer engineering fundamentals as well as the opportunity for in-depth study in specialized topics. Students will be able to develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze and interpret data, and use engineering judgment to identify conclusions. Students completing the program will have a rigorous foundation in software and hardware engineering practice at the industry level and be prepared to pursue graduate studies in computer science, computer engineering, and other related disciplines.

The Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering was designed with guidelines from the Association for Computing Machinery (ACM) and the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) model curricula to meet the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology Engineering Accreditation Commission (ABET-EAC) standards.

The Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering is accredited by the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology-Engineering Accreditation Commission (ABET-EAC).

Disciplines

College of Engineering and Computer Science

Requirements and Admission Criteria for Bachelor of Computer Engineering at The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley

Entry Requirements

You have decided to experience your college education in another country and UTRGV is ready to support you on this journey. We'll help make the process here as seamless as possible by guiding you through the application process and helping with academic advisement in your chosen major.

An applicant is considered an international student if the applicant meets the following conditions:

Not a citizen, permanent resident, or have an application on file to become a permanent resident of the United States, and
Will be attending UTRGV on a visa. Most international students attending UTRGV are on an F-1 student visa or a J-1 visa.

English Requirements

IELTSMin 6
TOEFLMin 61

Career Opportunities after Completing Bachelor of Computer Engineering

Possible Career Options

Computer engineering is a discipline that embodies the science and technology of design, construction, and implementation of software and hardware components of modern computing systems and computer-controlled equipment. The scope of knowledge includes different aspects of both engineering and computer science.

Fee Information

Application Fee 50

How to Apply

Fill out the UTRGV international application online at applytexas.org.
Pay a $50 non-refundable application fee through ApplyTexas.
Submit official scores from one of the following English Proficiency Exams unless you qualify for an exemption:
- Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL); or
- IELTS; or
- Duolingo English Test
If you attended a foreign high school or college, you must send your transcript to get evaluated by SPANTRAN, Foreign Credentials Service of America (FCSA), or World Education Services (WES). SPANTRAN, FCSA, or WES are the only companies accepted by UTRGV for foreign evaluations.
For First-Year Students: Admissions Essay A or B through ApplyTexas.
For First-Year Students and Transfer students with less than 24 college hours noted on their foreign evaluation: For the 2023-2024 application cycle, UTRGV remains test-optional. If you have taken the ACT or SAT exams and wish to send us your official scores, contact the testing agency. The UTRGV school code for ACT is 6991, and for SAT 6568.

Bachelor of Computer Engineering at The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley

The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley

United States of America, Aberdeen