Applying for PE exam without an ACE/ABET accredited degree
Applying for PE exam without an ACE/ABET accredited degree
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Hello everyone! I recently posted about advice on which PE exam to take, but I had a different question about applying for the exam. I recently graduated from Cal Poly Slo with an MS in Engineering and a Specialization in Biochemical Engineering, but my BS (also from cp slo) is in Biology. Although all the BS engineering programs at Cal Poly are ACE/ABET accredited, none of their MS engineering programs are. Apparently it is rare for a school to peruse accreditation for MS programs. Anyway, I contacted the CA board of professional engineers and they said when the time comes (after 1 year of work experience under a PE) I can apply and they will review my transcripts and determine if it is compatible with their requirements. However, if they decide it's not good enough it sounds like I would have to wait 5 more years (with an EIT) in order to be able to take the PE exam. Ii know my situation is kinda strange, but does anyone have any tips/advice/experience with this? Any help would be much appreciated. Thanks!





RE: Applying for PE exam without an ACE/ABET accredited degree
RE: Applying for PE exam without an ACE/ABET accredited degree
RE: Applying for PE exam without an ACE/ABET accredited degree
RE: Applying for PE exam without an ACE/ABET accredited degree
It sounds like it will most likely be a 6 years. I am, currently working in a firm that does mostly water resources with some environmental work, so at least getting some civil PE references will be easy when the time comes. Until then it looks like there may be some other certs to pursue.