P.C. Rossin College of
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A new model for engineering education

Experiential learning helps students apply what they learn in the classroom to the real world, discover their passions through hands-on projects, and make an impact on the world around us. It is a student-centered approach that builds on Lehigh's proud tradition of engineering, with learning environments and approaches design for, and fueled by, the concept of creative inquiry.
Research Experience for Undergraduates with the NSF

Research Experience for Undergraduates

Meet three Lehigh students who took part in research projects through this prestigious national program

Celebrating undergraduate research

Asking the questions that matter

Annual symposium sharpens students' competitive edge

CivE students demonstrate strength in national research competition

Structural integrity

Lehigh team wins best video award in 2021 PCI Big Beam competition

Global social impact

Interdisciplinary team recognized in NIH "DEBUT Challenge"

Engineering Departments

Bioengineering

Bioengineering focuses on advancing human health through bio inspired technologies and the development of new biomedical approaches and techniques.

Chemical & Biomolecular Engineering

We offer an internationally recognized education and research focus areas in materials processing, environment and energy, bioengineering, and systems and information.

Civil & Environmental Engineering

We offer internationally recognized education and research programs in structural, environmental, geotechnical and water resources engineering.

Computer Science & Engineering

Computer Science and Engineering is at the core of the information age. To prepare our students for the tremendous opportunities in the field, the CSE Department is strongly committed to excellence in both education and research.

Electrical & Computer Engineering

Research and educational programs are enhanced by strong interdisciplinary interactions with other departments in engineering, mathematics, and science.

Industrial and Systems Engineering

Thinking manufacturing? Think again, and think bigger. ISE is distinctive because its tools can be applied to any business in any setting, from production to services, in either the private or public sector.

Materials Science & Engineering

Accredited since 1936, the department offers one of the nation's leading materials science and engineering programs.

Mechanical Engineering & Mechanics

Mechanical engineering is one of the broadest engineering professions, dealing with the design, construction and operation of various types of machinery.

Interdisciplinary Research Institutes

  • Interdisciplinary Research Institutes
    IRI: Diverse disciplines powering progress
    We believe that interdisciplinary research is our best hope for addressing the complex challenges that lie ahead. Lehigh’s Interdisciplinary Research Institutes (IRIs) bring together leading faculty and graduate researchers from a variety of fields to focus on a specific challenge. This innovative approach allows these research teams to use their combined strengths to confront problems from every perspective and to develop multifaceted solutions.
    Interdisciplinary Research Institutes
  • Institute for Functional Materials and Devices
    I-FMD
    The Institute for Functional Materials and Devices (I-FMD) focuses on synthesis, fabrication, processing, and characterization of materials, devices and related systems. Existing research interests include photonics and electronics, metals, ceramics, biomaterials, polymers, and composites, and incorporate devices ranging in size from the nanometer and micrometer scales and beyond.
    Institute for Functional Materials and Devices
  • Institute for Data, Intelligent Systems, and Computation
    I-DISC
    The Institute for Data, Intelligent Systems, and Computation (I-DISC) is devoted to the study of problems that involve massive amounts of data and/or large-scale computations, and developing the science that enables the extraction of useful and actionable information across disciplines and research fields.
    Institute for Data, Intelligent Systems, and Computation
  • Institute for Cyber Physical Infrastructure and Energy
    I-CPIE
    Research within the Institute for Cyber Physical Infrastructure and Energy (I-CPIE) underpins all aspects of modern society. The demands and impacts of society’s reliance upon energy, communications, structural, and transportation systems requires a broad approach that’s focused not only on engineering systems, but on improving people’s lives.
    Institute for Cyber Physical Infrastructure and Energy

Graduate Student Spotlight

Leveraging ML in semiconductor design

Onoriode Ogidi-Ekoko ’15 ’16G was 5,400 miles from Nigeria when he defended his doctoral dissertation in electrical engineering, but he's right at home discussing his research into power electronics—work that could lead to compact, faster power conversion devices.

Designing faster, better ways to process data

Amanda Baran ’21 started her master’s research in computer science and engineering during her senior year. Today, she's working on next-generation distributed synchronization protocols so that online consumers can get what they want, when they want it.

Video: Engineering an alternative energy source

Research on tidal turbines by mechanical engineering PhD students Cong Han and Christopher Ruhl may someday help tidal energy become a viable source of renewable power.

Video: Improving disease diagnosis

Caroline Ferguson, a fourth-year PhD student in bioengineering, talks about her research into improving the diagnosis of both cancer and chronic fatigue syndrome, and the very personal reason that motivates her work.

The Latest at the Rossin College

Alumni Updates

Otis Worldwide Corp. CEO Judy Marks ’84 ’13P delivers Commencement keynote

Wed, May 25, 2022

ECE alumna to graduates: "You have been trained, each of you, as great and gifted problem solvers. This world needs your work, your leadership, your ingenuity, your innovation, and your teamwork, more than any generation before you."
Student Success

Graduate students celebrated at 2022 Doctoral Hooding and Commencement

Wed, May 25, 2022

Student speaker Praveen Sreeramagiri ’22 PhD (mechanical engineering): "Curiosity and encouragement are crucial for science and can lead to unimaginable and breathtaking discoveries.”
Student Success

Mark Schafer ’20 ’22G: Bridging the divide

Fri, May 20, 2022

Master’s student found his calling by combining his passions for electrical engineering and bioengineering
Student Success

MSE doctoral student awarded NSF Graduate Research Fellowship

Thu, May 19, 2022

BioE alum Andrew Kitson ’21 draws from his healthcare and military experience to propel his research in osteochondral tissue regeneration
Faculty & Programs

In memoriam: Alan W. Pense '59G '62 PhD, ATLSS founding father

Thu, May 19, 2022

MSE professor and renowned metallurgy researcher, who served as university provost and academic affairs VP, helped lead the creation of Lehigh’s Advanced Technology for Large Structural Systems Engineering Research Center
Faculty & Programs

Romero named ASME Fellow

Wed, May 18, 2022

Director of Lehigh’s Energy Research Center and newly named university fellow/distinguished research scientist recognized for significant R&D contributions

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