Case School of Engineering
Engineering seeks to create new processes, products, methods, materials, or systems that impact and are beneficial to our society. To enable its graduates to lead the advancement of technology, the Case School of Engineering offers fourteen degree programs at the undergraduate level (eleven engineering degrees, plus the BS in Computer Science, the BS in Data Science and Analytics, and the BS in Artificial Intelligence). At the post-graduate level, the School of Engineering offers Master of Science programs and the Doctor of Philosophy for advanced, research-based study in engineering. The Case School of Engineering offers a specialized degree at the master’s level: a Master of Engineering specifically for practicing engineers. The Case School of Engineering also offers two dual degrees at the graduate level jointly administered with the School of Medicine: a Doctor of Medicine/Master of Science and a Doctor of Medicine/Doctor of Philosophy. The faculty and students participate in a variety of research activities offered through the departments and the interdisciplinary research centers of the university.
At the core of its vision, the Case School of Engineering seeks to set the standards for excellence, innovation, and distinction in engineering education and research prominence.
Statement of Educational Philosophy
The Case School of Engineering prepares and challenges its students to take positions of leadership in the professions of engineering and computer science. Recognizing the increasing role of technology in virtually every facet of our society, it is vital that engineering students have access to progressive and cutting-edge programs stressing five areas of excellence:
- Mastery of fundamentals
- Creativity
- Societal awareness
- Leadership skills
- Professionalism
Emphasizing these core values helps ensure that tomorrow’s graduates are valued and contributing members of our global society and that they will carry out the tradition of engineering leadership established by our alumni.
The undergraduate program aims to create life-long learners by emphasizing engineering fundamentals based on mathematics, physical, and natural sciences. Curricular programs are infused with engineering innovation, professionalism (including engineering ethics and the role of engineering in society), professional communications, and multi-disciplinary experiences to encourage and develop leadership skills. To encourage societal awareness, students are exposed to and have the opportunity for in-depth study in the humanities, social sciences, and business aspects of engineering. Undergraduate students are encouraged to develop as professionals. Opportunities include the Cooperative Education Program, on-campus research activities, and participation in the student chapters of professional societies. Graduates are prepared to enter the workforce and be strong contributors as practicing engineers or continue for advanced study in engineering.
At the graduate level, the Case School of Engineering combines advanced classroom study with a rigorous independent research experience leading to significant results appropriate for publication in archival journals and/or presentation at leading technical conferences. Scientific integrity, engineering ethics, and communication skills are emphasized throughout the program.
Brief History
The Case School of Engineering was established on July 1, 1992, by an action of the Board of Trustees of Case Western Reserve University as a professional school dedicated to serving society and meeting the needs of industry, government and academia through programs of teaching and research.
The Case School of Engineering continues the tradition of rigorous programs based on fundamental principles of mathematics, science and engineering that have been the hallmark of its two predecessors, the Case School of Applied Science (1880) and the Case Institute of Technology (1947). The formation of the Case School of Engineering is a re-commitment to the obligations of the gift of Leonard Case, Jr., to serve the citizens of Northern Ohio. The Case School of Engineering has been a leader in many educational programs, being the first engineering school to offer undergraduate programs in computer engineering, biomedical engineering, polymer engineering, and systems and control engineering.
Statistics
Enrollment Statistics by Degree Program (Fall 2021 - Fall 2025)
Data reflects sophomore, junior and senior declared majors.
| CSE Degree Program | Fall 2021 | Fall 2022 | Fall 2023 | Fall 2024 | Fall 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aerospace Engineering | 117 | 134 | 138 | 211 | 226 |
| Biomedical Engineering | 304 | 323 | 346 | 342 | 349 |
| Chemical Engineering | 138 | 122 | 114 | 145 | 141 |
| Civil Engineering | 62 | 55 | 50 | 78 | 87 |
| Computer Engineering | 35 | 33 | 42 | 77 | 78 |
| Computer Science (BA and BS) | 391 | 419 | 458 | 571 | 472 |
| Data Science and Analytics | 37 | 40 | 64 | 104 | 82 |
| Electrical Engineering | 111 | 97 | 108 | 156 | 177 |
| Engineering Physics | 16 | 17 | 17 | 25 | 22 |
| General Engineering | 3 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Materials Science and Engr | 34 | 34 | 38 | 37 | 44 |
| Mechanical Engineering | 270 | 288 | 322 | 433 | 481 |
| Polymer Science and Engr | 22 | 18 | 12 | 14 | 12 |
| Systems and Control Engr | 14 | 8 | 8 | 14 | 10 |
Graduation Statistics by Degree Program (AY 2021-2022 - AY 2025-2026)
| CSE Degree Program | 2021-2022 | 2022-2023 | 2023-2024 | 2024-2025 | 2025-2026 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aerospace Engineering | 46 | 45 | 35 | 53 | 66 |
| Biomedical Engineering | 86 | 95 | 99 | 91 | 126 |
| Chemical Engineering | 46 | 50 | 39 | 46 | 33 |
| Civil Engineering | 22 | 26 | 20 | 19 | 26 |
| Computer Engineering | 11 | 13 | 16 | 16 | 19 |
| BA in Computer Science | 40 | 55 | 41 | 67 | 70 |
| BS in Computer Science | 94 | 86 | 78 | 122 | 111 |
| Data Science and Analytics | 14 | 9 | 13 | 28 | 30 |
| Electrical Engineering | 51 | 41 | 35 | 50 | 44 |
| Engineering Physics | 6 | 5 | 4 | 8 | 5 |
| General Engineering | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Materials Science and Engr | 19 | 6 | 14 | 10 | 11 |
| Mechanical Engineering | 108 | 106 | 93 | 123 | 156 |
| Polymer Science and Engr | 8 | 11 | 4 | 3 | 6 |
| Systems and Control Engr | 4 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 6 |