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B.S. Plastics Engineering

If you are interested in an industry that has a worldwide impact – now and in the future – plastics engineering is the right fit for you. UW-Stout's Bachelor of Science degree in Plastics Engineering (PLE) will teach you product and mold design, materials science and advanced processing techniques. Hands-on experiences will prepare you to create biodegradable and compostable plastics. You'll be ready to develop innovations in medical, automotive and other plastic products.

The Plastics Engineering program is a calculus-based program that progresses from solid foundations in mathematics through analysis and design. Our industry-experienced faculty has developed a math- and a science-based curriculum grounded in plastics materials science and mechanical engineering principles.

The Bachelor of Science degree in Plastics Engineering is designed to prepare engineers as experts in the design and manufacturing of plastic components. Plastics engineers work with other professionals in the design of products, particularly to ensure efficiency and quality when manufacturing. First class testing and processing facilities allow plastics engineering students to learn how to setup, optimize and validate processes to meet high quality standards. Plastics engineers also work to design and program automated systems capable of manufacturing and assembling plastic products. Through advanced knowledge of plastics materials, engineering design rules, and computer simulation software, plastics engineers play a vital role in automotive and recreational vehicle components, medical devices, consumer electronics, and everything else made of plastic.

To be admitted to the program, students must have graduated in the top 40 percent of their class or, for high schools that do not rank, have a cumulative grade point average of at least 3.0 on a 4.0 scale, or receive a composite score of 22 or greater on the ACT or equivalent score or greater on the SAT (ACT is preferred). In addition, an ACT math score of at least 22 or equivalent score on the SAT is required.

UW-Stout’s Plastics Engineering degree is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET (Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology). It is the only nationally accredited plastics engineering degree in the Midwest, and one of only two in the United States. Many opportunities exist for paid cooperative experience with local and regional companies, as well as national and international companies. These experiences are extremely beneficial when applying for full-time engineering positions, and are an essential component to the undergraduate plastics engineering experience at UW-Stout.

Intakes

Application Processing Time in Days: 20

Minimum English Language Requirements

English Level Description	IELTS (1.0 -9.0)	TOEFL IBT (0-120)	TOEFL CBT (0-300)	PTE (10-90)
Expert	9	120	297-300	86-90
Very Good	8.5	115-119	280-293	83-86
Very Good	8	110-114	270-280	79-83
Good	7.5	102-109	253-267	73-79
Good	7	94-101	240-253	65-73
Competent	6.5	79-93	213-233	58-65
Competent	6	60-78	170-210	50-58
Modest	5.5	46-59	133-210	43-50
Modest	5	35-45	107-133	36-43
Limited	4	32-34	97-103	30-36
Extremely Limited	< 4	< 31	< 93	< 30

Job Opportunity Potential

The University of Wisconsin-Stout is a career-focused polytechnic university emphasizing applied learning. UW-Stout is known for the annual career success of its graduates, with 98.4% employed or continuing their education upon graduation.

At UW-Stout, you will join a vibrant community of passionate educators and support staff who impact our students' lives and our society at large. We call ourselves Stout Proud, and we are looking for talented individuals to join our team.

With over 1,400 employees, UW-Stout offers a wide range of positions for faculty, both tenure-track and adjunct, as well as for administrators, managers, professional and support staff. We offer exceptional benefits and a rewarding academic environment.

PSW Opportunity

Post-Study Work visa or permit, allowing international students on F-1 visas to work in the US after completing their studies, typically through Optional Practical Training (OPT).

Eligibility:
To be eligible for OPT, students must have been enrolled full-time in a US educational institution for at least one academic year and be seeking work related to their major.

Duration:
Students can apply for up to 12 months of OPT, either before they finish their studies (pre-completion) or after graduation (post-completion).

STEM OPT:
Students in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) fields can apply for an extended OPT period of up to 24 months.

Contact our PSA counselor for more information

Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria

The English proficiency requirement may be waived for applicants from English-speaking countries. This will be determined by the Admissions Office after you have applied.

Ways to show evidence of English proficiency:

Official TOEFL score: Minimum iBT (or MyBest) score of 70, or minimum paper-based score of 525.
Official IELTS score, or IELTS One Skill Retake: Minimum score of 6.0
Pearson Test of English (PTE Academic): Minimum score of 48
Duolingo English Test (DET):
Minimum score of 115 overall (minimum sub/sectional scores of 90 or higher)
UW-Stout's English as a Second Language Institute (ESLI) will require that students who submit Duolingo English Test scores:
complete additional testing conducted by the ESLI, and
enroll in additional ESL courses, as applicable.
Successful completion of UW-Stout's English as a Second Language (ESL) program.
Earned transfer credit from a regionally accredited school equivalent to UW-Stout's English 101, with a grade of C or higher.

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