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School of
Engineering
Top-ranked programs focusing on a purposeful, applied, hands-on, collaborative, industry-relevant engineering and software educational experience.
Upskill with Graduate Programs
Stay ahead of the curve with our practical, industry-relevant graduate programs. Enroll fall, spring or summer.
State-of-
the-Art Facilities
The Frey Science & Engineering Complex consists of nearly 400,000 square feet of modern labs and equipment dedicated to STEM education.
Connections
with Faculty
Our faculty build strong connections with students inside and outside of the classroom. Student development is our #1 priority.
The School of Engineering produces well-rounded, hands-on engineers and savvy technology leaders who have the technical ability and courage to wrap their minds around ideas that can change our world. We offer a range of undergraduate and graduate degrees including engineering programs in Civil, Mechanical, Computer, Electrical, Manufacturing, Systems, Regulatory Science, and Engineering Management and Graduate Programs in Software including Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, Information Technology and Software Engineering. When it comes to academic quality, U.S. News & World Report ranks St. Thomas #29 in the U.S. and #1 in Minnesota for engineering schools without a doctoral program.
School of Engineering News
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In the News: Mahmoud Kabalan on Student Microgrid Research
Mahmoud Kabalan, professor of electrical and computer engineering at the University of St. Thomas, spoke with WCCO-TV about St. Thomas’ Center for Microgrid Research and the applied work students are doing with renewable energy systems. Kabalan explained how students are testing real-time coordination of solar, wind and natural gas sources to improve grid resiliency, particularly… The post In the News: Mahmoud Kabalan on Student Microgrid Research appeared first on Newsroom | University of St. Thomas.
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In the News: Manjeet Rege on AI in the Minnesota Workforce
Dr. Manjeet Rege, professor and chair of the Department of Software Engineering and Data Science, and director of the Center for Applied artificial Intelligence at the University of St. Thomas, spoke with WCCO Radio on the recent growth of artificial intelligence and how it has impacted Minnesota’s workforce. Rege discussed his research that showed one-third… The post In the News: Manjeet Rege on AI in the Minnesota Workforce appeared first on Newsroom | University of St. Thomas.
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In the News: Manjeet Rege on AI at the Minnesota State Capitol
Dr. Manjeet Rege, professor and chair of the Department of Software Engineering and Data Science, and director of the Center for Applied Artificial Intelligence, spoke to WCCO-TV about the implementation of AI in the Minnesota Capitol security systems. AI is expected to provide enhanced safety for lawmakers and visitors. From the story:“AI security detection works… The post In the News: Manjeet Rege on AI at the Minnesota State Capitol appeared first on Newsroom | University of St. Thomas.
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In the News: Manjeet Rege on AI Surveillance and Privacy Concerns
Manjeet Rege, professor and chair of the Department of Software Engineering and Data Science at the University of St. Thomas School of Engineering, spoke with Vineeta Sawkar at WCCO Radio about growing concerns surrounding AI-enabled home surveillance systems such as Ring and Google Nest. From the conversation:Sawkar: She (Nancy Guthrie) didn’t have it, and she… The post In the News: Manjeet Rege on AI Surveillance and Privacy Concerns appeared first on Newsroom | University of St. Thomas.
Featured Stories
Highlighting School of Engineering news and featured stories.
Building Something Special in Minnesota
Welcome to the Fall 2025 issue of the St. Thomas Engineer Magazine!
"It has been another year of exciting accomplishments and growth for the School of Engineering. From innovative student projects and impactful research to the continued growth of our partnerships with industry and community, the stories in this issue highlight the vibrant momentum that defines our school.
Our greatest strength remains the students, faculty and staff who bring our programs to life, supported by state-of-the-art facilities that fuel innovation and collaboration. Together, these elements make for a truly distinctive engineering education, one that prepares our graduates to lead with both skill and purpose."
– Dr. Don Weinkauf, Dean, School of Engineering
Exceptional Students: Brian Osende ’10, ’11 MS
Transforming Uganda: Tommie Alumni Lead Change in Home Country
Transforming Uganda — Brian Osende ’10, ’11 MS, is making a profound difference in Uganda by applying engineering skills to improve infrastructure and empower local communities. His work is demonstrating the global reach of a St. Thomas education.
Exceptional Faculty: Jihun Moon ‘24 MS and Dr. Chih Lai
In partnership with the University of Minnesota, faculty member Dr. Chih Lai and Jihun Moon ’24 MS developed AI systems to enhance surgical analysis. They’re aiming to improve patient outcomes through advanced technology.
Exceptional Partnerships: Machining AdvantEdge, CNC, AFRL
Through an exclusive partnership with the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL), St. Thomas and Third Wave Systems now offer free machining modeling training opportunities. The Machining AdvantEdge program delivers a powerful combination of on-demand advanced machining modeling eLearning and hands-on Computer Numerical Control (CNC) optimization boot camp training.
Exceptional Facilities: Center for Microgrid Research Expansion
Federal and State Support Fuels Expansion at the Center for Microgrid Research
The St. Thomas Center for Microgrid Research is expanding, thanks to over $20 million in federal and state funding. This support fuels new research, a growing team, and a new facility with a second microgrid. The expansion will allow students to work on real-world microgrid solutions, preparing them to lead in clean energy and grid modernization.