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A. James Clark School of Engineering

Transforming ideas into action, advancing technology
and innovating for the public good.

Why Maryland Engineering

The world comes to Maryland.

Maryland Engineering is home to world-class faculty, top-ranked programs and groundbreaking research that drives real-world impact. Our engineers are developing ethical and impactful use of artificial intelligence; modern energy storage and distribution systems; health care solutions that are accessible, affordable and personalized to the patient; and more.

Grounded in a culture of innovation and cross-disciplinary collaboration, our students, faculty and staff are advancing discovery and delivering solutions that improve people's lives.

Our Momentum

#12

among public universities, undergraduate engineering

U.S. News & World Report 2025-2026 Best Engineering Undergraduate Programs

#10

among public universities, graduate engineering

#18

online graduate engineering programs

Why now

Every challenge society faces will need an engineer to help solve.

To continue our upward trajectory and reach even greater heights, we must equip our students, faculty and staff with the resources to innovate, collaborate and make a lasting impact.

Your investment accelerates new programs, fuels research addressing urgent global needs and expands access for the next generation of engineers. Together, we will drive innovation, attract top talent and elevate Maryland Engineering as a national leader shaping solutions for today and tomorrow. 

Forward is our path: driving discovery, innovation and impact.

A commitment to experiential learning

Maryland Engineering students major in innovation, creating bold solutions that move the world forward.

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With bold investment, we can expand our impact, accelerate innovation and prepare the next generation of engineers to lead. Together, we will move Maryland Engineering forward and shape solutions the world urgently needs.

Samuel Graham

Dean, A. James Clark School of Engineering

Our Priorities

Fueling Innovation. Developing Future Leaders.

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Fueling transformative research to solve grand challenges and create a safer, smarter and more sustainable world.

Forward for Discovery

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Transforming engineering education with hands-on, interdisciplinary experiences that equip students with skills to drive innovation and deliver real-world impact.

Forward for Experiential Learning

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Investing in people by recognizing excellence, removing barriers and empowering our community to thrive through dedicated support, authentic belonging and transformative growth.

Forward for Community

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Creating high-impact partnerships that connect research to real-world solutions, drive student learning, fuel innovation and strengthen Maryland’s workforce and economy. 

Forward for Partnerships

Leaders & Innovators

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Shaila Rao, Bioengineering Ph.D. '30

I am grateful for the A. James Clark Doctoral Fellowship, which allows me to pursue impactful PhD research in bioengineering.

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Giuliano Scarcelli, Ph.D., Co-Director, The Edward & Jennifer St. John Center for Translational Engineering and Medicine

The St. John Center will close the gap between engineering and medicine.

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Friedrich Alvarez, Electrical Engineering '26

I am committed to using the skills and knowledge I have gained to make a meaningful impact in the field of engineering.