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94%
Recent graduates employed or continuing education
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North Dakota University with the Best Student Life
Design your future with NDSU’s manufacturing engineering degree program, a perfect fit for those who want to shape the world around them. From the cars we drive to the devices that connect us, nearly everything in modern life is manufactured — and manufacturing engineers are at the heart of it all. At NDSU, you’ll gain hands-on experience in state-of-the-art laboratories, guided by faculty who are experts in their fields and committed to personalized mentorship. With a curriculum rooted in engineering fundamentals and enriched by industry-standard skills, graduates are equipped to lead, innovate and thrive in diverse career paths in industries like aerospace, medical devices, electronics and construction, or pursue advanced degrees.
Post-Graduation Career Snapshot
High Demand Occupations
- Manufacturing Engineer
- Quality Engineer
- Estimator
- Process Engineer
- Packaging Engineer
National Median Salary
Future Career Pathways
- Advance Manufacturing Engineer
- Chief Estimator
- Supplier Quality Manager
Capture the Moment at NDSU
Shape Your Future
NDSU students are encouraged to collaborate with an advisor and develop a unique program of study that meets their specific interests.
Rewarding Research
Work closely with faculty on world-class research surrounding the areas of data analytics, healthcare, additive/advanced manufacturing and more.
Work in the Best Facilities
From mastering automation and robotics to advancing in additive manufacturing, you’ll gain hands-on experience in the department’s seven specialized labs equipped with state-of-the-art technology. In the fall of 2026 the Richard Offerdahl ‘65 Engineering Complex will be completed and will provide cutting-edge spaces that emphasize teamwork, communication and interdisciplinary learning.
Professional Development and Leadership
Broaden your horizons and expand your experience outside of the classroom through student organizations in the College of Engineering, including the Institute of Industrial and Systems Engineers, the Engineering Leadership Learning Community, Society of Women Engineers, Society of Manufacturing Engineers and more. Participation in these organizations help build strong industry connections that lead to internships, scholarships, coops and full-time jobs.
Limitless Career Opportunities
After graduating you’ll have the expertise to enter a variety of rewarding careers working in industries that produce products including biomedical devices, transportation and construction equipment and aircraft and spacecraft.
Tuition & Costs
NDSU offers a high-quality, academically rigorous education at an affordable cost. To support you in covering tuition and expenses, we provide a wide range of need-based and merit-based scholarships and financial aid options.
Admission Info
At NDSU, we welcome students from all backgrounds who are seeking a dynamic learning environment within a supportive, welcoming community.

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