About Us

The Best Value in High-Quality Engineering Education

FGCU's School of Engineering was established in fall 2005 and became the U.A. Whitaker College of Engineering (WCE) in August 2011.

The WCE is located in Holmes Hall, a building that was specifically designed for student-centered teaching of engineering, computing, and construction courses in an active and collaborative learning environment. The college has over 60 faculty and staff and over 1200 students. We offer undergraduate degree programs in bioengineering, civil engineering, computer science, construction management, environmental engineering and software engineering. We also offer a master's of engineering program with concentrations in sustainable water and construction management.

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MISSION

Transform students in engineering, computing, and construction management into ethical and empowered graduates who lead with innovation, elevate their professions, strengthen their communities, and help shape the future of Southwest Florida and beyond.

VISION

Lead a new era of engineering, computing, and construction management education and innovation by igniting individual potential, accelerating educational and societal transformation, and driving bold progress throughout Southwest Florida and far beyond.

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• Value Proposition

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  The U.A. Whitaker College of Engineering offers high-quality programs in Engineering, Computing, and Construction. ​ It provides a student-centric ecosystem rooted in academic excellence through experiential learning, dedicated faculty and support staff, program-specific accreditation, sound curricula, state-of-the-art classrooms and laboratory facilities, professional-development opportunities, and immersive campus culture. ​ Graduates are equipped with not only the highest standards of disciplinary knowledge and skills, but also with a broad mindset to contribute meaningfully and impactfully to the profession and communities they serve. 

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