Ingram School of Engineering

Ingram Hall IGRM 2203
Telephone: 512-245-1826 Fax: 512-245-7771
www.engineering.txstate.edu

The Ingram School of Engineering offers master’s and Ph.D. programs across various engineering disciplines. Our graduate programs provide our students with the necessary knowledge, skills, and hands-on experience. Our world-class faculty supervises graduate students’ dissertations and theses based on their cutting-edge research. Students in the program have access to a significant portfolio of state-of-the-art equipment, instruments, and labs.

Mission Statement

  • To provide students with an exceptional education in various disciplines of engineering,

  • To establish, through dedicated faculty, a nationally recognized research program, preparing interested students to achieve excellence in graduate studies and research, and

  • To serve the State of Texas and the nation by creating highly skilled, diverse, and motivated professionals capable of technological innovation and dedicated to the improvement of society.

Vision

The Ingram School of Engineering will be a nationally recognized institution of higher education, serving students and employers with a complete set of accredited engineering programs supported by a faculty which maintains high standards of teaching, research, and service. To accomplish this vision, we will:

  • Engage undergraduate and graduate students with innovative, multidisciplinary, and nationally recognized funded research programs,

  • Emphasize quality undergraduate and graduate education using a practical, interactive, and contemporary learning environment,

  • Produce first-generation professional college graduates as part of an HSI-designated university; be recognized for exceptional community service; and create tight bonds with alumni who will serve as professional mentors, sponsors, and advisors, and

  • Promote a student-centered culture based on collegiality, scholarship, enthusiasm, integrity, and mutual respect among diverse faculty, staff, and students.

Graduate Degree Programs

The Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Civil Engineering (CE) offers advanced study and research opportunities in Environmental & Water Resources Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, Structural & Materials Engineering, and Transportation Engineering. The program emphasizes leadership, innovation, communication, and entrepreneurial skills, and preparing graduates for careers in academia and industry. As the first program in Texas to integrate civil engineering principles with entrepreneurial training and technology-enhanced infrastructure, it addresses the growing need for innovation in the field. Students benefit from mentorship by experienced faculty, interdisciplinary research, and a curriculum that supports the university’s mission of academic excellence and impactful scholarship. Graduates will gain in-depth technical expertise, conduct advanced research, and develop professional skills to excel in diverse, multidisciplinary teams. The goals of the CE Ph.D. program include the following three interrelated aspects:

  • Equip program graduates with applied technical knowledge in corresponding areas of CE.
  • Equip program graduates with skills for conducting cutting-edge research in TEI that advances the state-of-the-art in CE.
  • Equip program graduates with leadership, innovation, communication, and entrepreneurial skills that prepare students to take on challenges in multi-disciplinary and diverse teams of academic and industrial organizations.

The Master of Science (M.S.) and Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) degrees in Electrical Engineering (EE) offer students comprehensive knowledge, practical skills, and hands-on experience in the field. Graduate students work closely with world-class faculty, who supervise dissertations and theses grounded in innovative research. The program provides access to advanced equipment, instruments, and laboratory facilities, supporting a robust learning environment. Core EE courses span a wide range of topics, fostering both depth and breadth in electrical engineering and encouraging research and technological development. The program’s mission is to prepare graduates for leadership and research roles in areas such as energy production and management, semiconductor development and commercialization, and advanced computing and communications technologies. Program objectives include:

  • Develop expertise in semiconductor technology, power systems, advanced computing, and communications—including Machine Learning (ML), Artificial Intelligence (AI), Advanced Wireless (6G and beyond), Internet of Things (IoT), and Semiconductor Devices.
  • Promote commercialization, entrepreneurship, and innovation in electrical engineering.

The Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) Program in Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering (MME) offers an innovative curriculum that merges advanced engineering principles with the latest technologies driving Industry 4.0 and Industry 5.0. Students engage with cutting-edge topics such as artificial intelligence, robotics and automation, additive manufacturing, cybersecurity, data analytics, augmented and virtual reality, digital twins, and cyber-physical systems. Graduate students work closely with world-class faculty from the Mechanical, Manufacturing and Industrial Engineering programs. Unique to this program is the integration of commercialization and entrepreneurship within both coursework and research, equipping graduates with the skills to translate technical discoveries into real-world solutions. Graduates are prepared for successful careers in academia, industry, research laboratories, and government agencies. The program’s curriculum is designed to foster technical expertise and market-ready skills through a blend of core engineering courses, specialized electives, and classes focused on disruptive technologies, as well as commercialization and entrepreneurship. The program goals include:

  • Develop advanced knowledge and technical depth in mechanical and manufacturing engineering.
  • Integrate disruptive technologies with traditional graduate-level engineering education.
  • Provide diverse research opportunities in mechanical, manufacturing, and industrial engineering.
  • Advance engineering knowledge through original doctoral research.

The Master of Science (M.S.) degree with a major in Industrial and Business Operations Engineering (IBOE) is designed to address the growing demand for industrial engineers with advanced expertise to solve problems in both traditional and novel domains of industry and business operations. This program enables students to align their interests with a curriculum that emphasizes data science, machine learning, predictive analytics (such as time series analysis and forecasting), prescriptive analytics (including optimization and simulation techniques), systems engineering, quality and reliability engineering, sustainable operations, and resilient supply chains. Through the completion of a faculty-supervised thesis, students gain hands-on experience in data-driven modeling, large-scale problem-solving, and statistical analysis, all aimed at optimizing industrial and business processes. The goals of the program include:

  • Provide a broad set of core courses that meet the market needs for industrial engineers with advanced degrees
  • Integrate electives that escalate students’ abilities to innovate in their professional practice and succeed in doctoral studies 
  • Offer a research experience led by faculty with practical expertise in the program areas
  • Contribute to advancing knowledge through transformative research in traditional and emerging IE application fields.

Financial Assistance

Graduate Instructional and Research Assistantships: A limited number of paid graduate assistantships are available. Research assistants work with faculty on research and other special projects. Instructional assistants work with undergraduates in grading and in laboratory settings. Contact the program’s graduate advisor for details and application instructions.

Graduate College Scholarships and Fellowships: For more information about scholarships, fellowships, financial aid, and application deadlines, visit The Graduate College website at http://www.gradcollege.txstate.edu/ and click on the Funding tab.

Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.)

Master of Science (M.S.)