Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) Exam

• The Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam is typically the first step in becoming a licensed professional engineer. It is intended for students who are within 2 semesters of graduation from an EAC of ABET Inc. engineering program. It is an online exam that is specific to your engineering discipline, and is administered year-round. More information can be found at NCEES.

Along with your degree in engineering, passing the FE exam adds to your list of recognized credentials when applying for engineering positions.

• It is a practical means of assessing your skills and experience.
• The results are published in Tennessee and nationwide, so it affects the reputation of the college.
• It provides additional verification of your knowledge of the principles and practices in your specific major.
• It gives you membership in a distinctive peer group made up of your fellow professionals.
• It looks good to potential employers.
• It can aid in your career advancement and compensation because many engineering positions require the employee to hold a Professional Engineer's license.

• Go to the NCEES website to do exam preparation and register for the exam. Complete the Engineer Intern application available here.

• You will be notified via email seven to 10 days after the exam.

• The College of Engineering will reimburse all costs associated with a passing grade for the FE exam that is taken while you are still enrolled as an undergraduate, up to a maximum of $300. This includes costs for the exam preparation at NCEES, the exam itself, and registration in Tennessee. Present receipts and proof of a passing grade to your departmental administrator to start the reimbursement process.
• You will not be reimbursed for failing attempts, or attempts while you are not enrolled as an undergraduate engineering student in the Herff College of Engineering