Welcome to the Padnos College of Engineering!

The Grand Valley State University (GVSU) Seymour & Esther Padnos College of Engineering (PCE) offers undergraduate programs in engineering and occupational safety and health management. Graduate programs are offered in engineering, and the professional sciences. The college also provides courses in support of non-engineering and computing students through a variety of minor programs.

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Specific information on the admission, curriculum, and graduation requirements can be found in each program section below, or you can take a virtual tour of our Pew Grand Rapids Campus and Allendale Campus. Both the School of Engineering and the Occupational Safety & Health Management Department are based on the Pew Grand Rapids Campus. 

Questions about your course schedule or program requirements? Contact our team of professional advisors!



Why Choose the Padnos College of Engineering?


ASEE Diversity Recognition Program Bronze Award

The Padnos College of Engineering is proud to have received the Bronze Level Award from the American Society for Engineering Education for the 2019 ASEE Diversity Recognition Program.


PCE News

Roger That! Celebrates 10 Years

Roger That! Celebrates 10 Years

The Padnos College of Engineering once again took part in this annual conference, which this year celebrated space and time.

Feb 25, 2026

PCE Faculty Receive Awards at Faculty Award Convocation

PCE Faculty Receive Awards at Faculty Award Convocation

Congratulations to PCE's Faculty Award winners who received their honors at GVSU's recent Faculty Awards Convocation

Feb 18, 2026

Laker Racing heads to the Motor City for Michigan Central Race Days

Laker Racing heads to the Motor City for Michigan Central Race Days

"Being able to represent our team and GVSU at such a high-profile event is a unique experience"

Jan 27, 2026

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Events

Region 12 Michigan Science Olympiad Tournament

March 21, 2026 7:30 AM - 6:00 PM

The Region 12 Michigan Science Olympiad Tournament brings together hundreds of middle and high school students for a full day of hands-on STEM competition, creativity, and teamwork. Students compete...

2026 Mosaic Lecture: Mobilizing Mathematics for the Fight Against Cancer

March 23, 2026 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

The Mosaic lecture Series aims to celebrate diversity within the mathematical sciences. This year, it will take place on March 23, 7pm, at: LTT 103 Lecture Hall. Abstract: Mathematical oncologists...

FIRST Robotics West Michigan District Event

March 27, 2026 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM

Welcome to FIRST Robotics Rebuilt!  During the match, robots collect fuel and score in their hub. Human players can deliver fuel to robots or toss them in their hub.  Robots conclude...

FIRST Robotics West Michigan District Event

March 28, 2026 8:00 AM - 6:30 PM

Welcome to FIRST Robotics Rebuilt!  During the match, robots collect fuel and score in their hub. Human players can deliver fuel to robots or toss them in their hub.  Robots conclude...

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