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The heart of engineering education at the University of Maine.

Frontier Institute for Research in Sensor Technologies

To be a world-class resource for the realization of cutting-edge sensor systems providing solutions for societal advancement and economic wellbeing.

Process Development Center

Big innovations on a small scale.

Enhanced Engineering Tours

Join us on one of live tours or watch a past tour.

Advanced Structures and Composites Center

The University of Maine’s Advanced Structures and Composites Center is a world-leading, interdisciplinary center for research, education, and economic development encompassing material sciences, manufacturing, and the engineering of composites and structures.

Forest Bioproducts Research Institute

Advancing the understanding of the scientific underpinnings, system behavior and policy implications for the production of forest-based bioproducts.

Welcome to the Maine College of Engineering and Computing

As Maine’s leading engineering and computing program, the college prepares an educated workforce, conducts research that turns knowledge into innovative solutions, and provides outreach that includes STEM initiatives.

The mission of the Maine College of Engineering and Computing (MCEC) at the University of Maine is to produce the graduates and new technologies needed to move Maine’s economy forward. As a UMaine signature area, the College continues to play a vital role in our state and beyond and is a key element in assisting several other signature areas.

The Maine College of Engineering and Computing at the University of Maine is Maine’s only educational institution to offer 11 ABET accredited engineering and engineering technology degree programs. Our reputation is known world-wide, our facilities are world-class, and our research contributes significantly to scientific discoveries and economic development in Maine and beyond. Innovating engineering excellence since 1865.

Maine College of Engineering and Computing at a Glance

805 of students participate in internships or co-ops during their time at UMaine.
170 nationwide companies present at the annual Engineering Job Fair.
$65k is the average starting salary for engineering graduates.

Getting Started

Mechanical engineering students testing their offroad vehicles that they built.
What is Engineering?Engineers are problem solvers, organizers, communicators, calculators and designers.
Construction Engineering Technology students cutting plywood on a construction site as part of their learning experience.
School of Engineering TechnologyEngineering focused on application and implementation.
Aerial photo of the university library.
Tour Our CampusThe Maine College of Engineering and Computing has some of the most exciting and world-class facilities.
College of Engineering MagazineThis annual publication highlights the great work of the faculty and students at the college.

Our Programs & Departments

Engineering:

Engineering Technology:

Computing and Information Sciences:

Graduate & Certificate Programs

Computer & Information Sciences

  • 4+1 Computer Science – MS
  • 4+1 Information Systems – MS
  • Computer Science – MS
  • Data Science and Engineering – MS
  • Information Systems – MS
  • Spatial Informatics – MS
  • Spatial Information Science and Engineering – MS
  • Computer Science – PhD
  • Spatial Information Science and Engineering – PhD

Cooperating MSIS and MBA Programs

Engineering:

Graduate Certificate Programs

Meet the Dean

At the UMaine Maine College of Engineering and Computing, we develop our award winning faculty, cutting-edge research facilities and passion for engineering to shape future engineering graduates capable of world-changing innovations. Building on the legacy and prestige of this amazing college, my role as Dean is to help charter it to new multidisciplinary and inclusive horizons that will make innovations impactful and real for the state of Maine and beyond.

Giovanna Guidoboni, PhD
Dean, Maine College of Engineering and Computing
University of Maine

Getting Started with Engineering!

The Maine College of Engineering and Computing is proud to offer programs designed to reach Maine’s youth. Through our partnerships with local and national organizations, we are able to give middle and high school students and hands-on experience with engineering and computing!

Maine College of Engineering and Computing Videos

Academic Calendar

Around the College

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