Exciting News! ABET Accreditation

Exciting News!

ECPI University is proud to announce that both the Bachelor’s programs in Electronics Systems Engineering Technology (Electronic Systems and Mechatronics concentrations) and Mechanical Engineering Technology are now accredited by ETAC of ABET

What is ABET?
ABET is internationally recognized as the “gold standard” in programmatic accreditation for the engineering and technology fields.  Programs accredited by ABET meet the highest quality standards in producing graduates prepared to enter a global workforce. You can learn more about ABET at www.abet.org/about-abet

How do students benefit from ABET Accreditation?
Graduating from an ABET accredited program is advantageous as you seek career opportunities in the Engineering Technology field.  Some employers prioritize college recruitment efforts based on ABET accredited programs.  

As an active student, how will you be impacted by this?
Students currently enrolled in an Engineering Technology Bachelor’s program (Virginia Beach, Newport News, or Online Campus’ only) will be considered graduates of an ABET accredited program upon completion.

How will students enrolled in an Associate of Engineering Technology program be impacted?
Students currently enrolled in an Associate of Engineering Technology with our campus will be considered graduates of an ABET accredited program upon successful completion of their Bachelor’s degree.  

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